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Leadership Opportunities for Orthopaedic Surgery Residents and Medical Students: Growing Interest for Formal Training
Hayden Hartman1, Alberto Vasquez2, Mitchell J Christiansen3
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri.
JBJS Reviews
|December 11, 2025
Summary
Effective leadership is crucial for orthopaedic surgeons. This review highlights essential leadership skills and training opportunities for residents to foster future leaders in orthopaedic surgery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Medical Leadership
- Surgical Education
Background:
- Leadership is a critical skill for orthopaedic surgeons across various settings.
- Technical proficiency alone is insufficient; leadership competencies are vital for success.
- There's a growing need for structured leadership training in orthopaedic residency programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review key leadership styles in orthopaedic surgery.
- To identify characteristics of effective orthopaedic leaders.
- To explore opportunities for leadership development in orthopaedic trainees.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of leadership concepts in orthopaedic surgery.
- Analysis of essential leadership competencies.
- Identification of current training and mentorship initiatives.
Main Results:
- Key leadership styles and essential competencies (communication, emotional intelligence, team management, mentorship) were identified.
- Effective leaders possess specific traits crucial for success in orthopaedics.
- Formal leadership and mentorship programs are essential for trainee development.
Conclusions:
- Leadership training is increasingly important for orthopaedic surgeons.
- Structured programs can enhance leadership skills in trainees.
- Developing future leaders is vital for the advancement of orthopaedic surgery.
