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J L Ankeney

    The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
    |September 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    Practicing thoracic surgeons desire more input in their professional society and support recertification through performance review and continuing education, not cognitive exams. Communication and member participation are key areas for improvement.

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    Area of Science:

    • Thoracic Surgery
    • Medical Society Governance
    • Professional Development

    Background:

    • A perceived communication breakdown exists between practicing thoracic surgeons and leadership within the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
    • This disconnect impacts member engagement and decision-making processes in the specialty.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess practicing thoracic surgeons' views on recertification and identify strategies for enhanced member participation and communication.
    • To inform the Society of Thoracic Surgeons' leadership regarding member preferences for professional standards and governance.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of member responses to a questionnaire regarding recertification and professional society engagement.
    • Review of current practices in medical education and postgraduate training standards.

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    Main Results:

    • Members agree on the necessity of periodic competence review and are willing to participate in peer review and continuing medical education.
    • Surgeons oppose multiple-choice cognitive examinations for recertification, preferring self-education/self-assessment programs.
    • Members advocate for increased participation through elected regional representatives, open discussions, clinical workshops, and inclusion of non-academic surgeons in committees.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective recertification should focus on performance review and continuing medical education, with mechanisms for implementation needing development.
    • Enhancing communication and incorporating greater member input into the Society of Thoracic Surgeons' governance are crucial for member satisfaction and engagement.