Training Competent Orthopaedic Surgeons - Is It Sustainable?

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In this impactful speech delivered by Ann Van Heest, the president of the American Orthopedic Association, a call to action is made for the sustainability and evolution of orthopedic surgery education. Van Heest emphasizes the vital need for collaboration among English-speaking medical professionals and underlines the responsibility of current practitioners to impart knowledge to future generations. Reflecting on the challenges faced in the field, particularly after the pandemic, she critiques the outdated residency training programs and advocates for a transition to competency-based education. This new framework would focus on demonstrated skills and outcomes rather than merely time spent in training. Van Heest highlights the importance of adapting educational practices to modern technological advancements and varying learning styles, as well as the necessity of fostering diversity within the profession. She argues for an inclusive approach that not only improves resident training and patient care but also attracts a wider range of talents to orthopedic surgery. Her rallying cry poses a crucial question for the audience: are we ready to implement the necessary changes to ensure a sustainable future in graduate medical education?

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