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Pediatric neurosurgery work force: a pilot study

A M Flannery1

  • 1Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Ga., 30912-4010, USA. aflanner@mail.mcg.edu

Pediatric Neurosurgery
|December 5, 1998
PubMed
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Future pediatric neurosurgery workforce needs are unclear. This pilot study surveyed current pediatric neurosurgeons, revealing practice variations and workload perceptions across regions, informing future training and workforce planning.

Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Medical Workforce Analysis
  • Pediatric Healthcare

Background:

  • The future physician workforce, particularly in specialized fields like pediatric neurosurgery, is influenced by current training numbers and practice dynamics.
  • Limited data exists on the projected demand for pediatric neurosurgeons over the next decade and their current practice activities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To gather preliminary data on the current workload and practice characteristics of pediatric neurosurgeons.
  • To inform future studies and workforce planning in the field of pediatric neurosurgery.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire was administered to physicians at the 1997 Pediatric Section Meeting of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
  • Ninety-three questionnaires were returned and analyzed for demographic data, practice type, workload, and future plans.

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Main Results:

  • Respondents were predominantly aged 35-55, with the largest geographic group from the Northeast.
  • Academic practitioners were more likely to report busy workloads, while workload perceptions varied significantly by geographic location (e.g., Northeast vs. Southwest).
  • Thirty-six respondents planned practice expansion or retirement within 10 years, suggesting potential shifts in the workforce.

Conclusions:

  • This pilot study highlights the potential for growth in pediatric neurosurgery.
  • Preliminary data on self-reported workloads and practice distribution provides a foundation for future, more sensitive workforce studies.
  • Understanding current practice patterns is crucial for addressing future needs in pediatric neurosurgical care.