Redefining the "Community" Surgeon: Discussion and Q&A

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In this VTT transcript, Brendan Sheehan leads an engaging discussion with multiple participants on the challenges and dynamics of orthopedic surgery practices, particularly in different settings such as academic centers versus community hospitals. Sheehan opens the floor for questions, emphasizing themes of collaboration and support among colleagues that emerged in previous talks. Lane Dielwart discusses the importance of recognizing one's competencies and the effects of sub-specialization on surgical practice, while Martin Colly shares insights on the competitive nature and differing expectations in urban versus rural settings. Concerns about maintaining surgical volumes in the face of increasing sub-specialization are addressed, with speakers highlighting the need for efficient communication between surgeons to ensure patient referrals for complex cases. Audience members contribute their experiences, stressing the importance of adapting surgical practices in various hospital environments and the value of teaching incoming surgeons the business aspects of medicine. The conversation culminates in sentiments towards building strong teams and practices to foster a supportive environment for both experienced and new surgeons. The session concludes with a note on the evolution of surgical practice and the high caliber of new trainees entering the field.

DOI: 10.1302/3114-222012

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