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Sean Dineen1, Charlotte O'Leary2, Sahana Rajasekhara2
1Department of GI Surgery and Endoscopy, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL, USA. Sean.dineen@moffitt.org.
Annals of Surgical Oncology
|August 23, 2025
Summary
A new palliative surgical oncology rotation addresses critical training gaps for complex general surgical oncology (CGSO) fellows. This structured curriculum ensures trainees gain essential skills for a significant portion of their future practice.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Oncology
- Palliative Care
- Medical Education
Background:
- Palliative surgical oncology is a growing and significant component of cancer care.
- Complex general surgical oncology (CGSO) fellows expect 25-30% of their practice to involve palliative care.
- Current training in surgical palliative care is often insufficient for CGSO fellows.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address identified gaps in palliative surgical oncology training for CGSO fellows.
- To develop a structured educational rotation focused on palliative surgical oncology.
- To align training with essential competencies and learning objectives.
Main Methods:
- Utilized Kern's six-step model for curriculum development.
- Designed a dedicated palliative surgical oncology rotation.
- Focused on creating a structured learning experience.
Main Results:
- A comprehensive rotation outline was developed.
- The rotation is aligned with defined competencies and learning objectives.
- The curriculum addresses the need for deliberate training in palliative surgical oncology.
Conclusions:
- A structured palliative care rotation is feasible within CGSO training programs.
- This rotation serves as a foundation for enhancing surgical oncology education.
- The developed curriculum can foster innovation in palliative care training.
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