A How To Guide For Medical Students / edited by Andrea Gillis, Cary B. Aarons.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Gillis, Andrea, editor.

Aarons, Cary B., editor.

Series:

Success in Academic Surgery, 2194-749X

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Surgery.

Medicine--Practice.

Medicine.

Hospitals--Administration.

Hospitals.

General Surgery.

Practice and Hospital Management.

Local Subjects:

General Surgery.

Practice and Hospital Management.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (270 pages)

Edition:

2nd ed. 2024.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2024.

Summary:

This book will provide a guide for medical students to self-reflect, build a portfolio, and select a career path equipped with the knowledge to make an informed decision that is the best for them. The editors comprise a diverse spectrum from background, stage of training, type of practice, to career path. This is a timely update taking into account new situations such as the virtual environment for residency applications, the spotlight on residency wellness, and incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion in our personal and institutional missions.

Contents:

Part I: Exploring Surgical Specialties and Practice Settings

Assessing Your Interests, Skills, and Values

Choosing a Surgery Training Environment: Military Programs

Independent Programs

Choosing a Surgical Training Environment: Rural Surgery Programs

Choosing a Training Program: University-Based Programs

Overview of the Surgical Subspecialties: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Overview of the Surgical Subspecialties: Vascular Surgery

So you want to be a Cardiothoracic Surgeon?

Maximizing the Clinical Years in Medical School—A Fourth Year Student’s Perspective Preparing for Surgical Training

Part II: Navigating the Residency Application Process

Developing a Competitive Residency Application

Navigating the Residency Application Process: Understanding the Updates to the Recruitment Process

Navigating the Residency Application Process: Preparing for both Virtual and In-Person Residency Interviews

Navigating the Residency Application Process: A Recent Applicant’s Perspective on Choosing a Residency Program

Part III: Excelling in Surgical Training

Developing Clinical and Technical Skills

Utilizing Technology and Simulation-Based Training (Excelling in Surgical Training)

Strategies for Succeeding During Intern Year: Perspectives from Recent Surgical Interns

Strategies for Succeeding in Residency Programs: A Program Director’s Perspective

Part IV: Building a Career in Academic Surgery

Balancing Clinical, Research, and Teaching Responsibilities

Understanding The Intersection of Social Media and Mentorship in Surgery and Medicine

Part V: Work-Life Integration as an Academic Surgeon

Fostering Productive Mentor-Mentee Relationships

Achieving Personal and Professional Fulfilment

Part VI: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion in Surgery

The Resident Perspective – A Part of and Apart from the Surgical Workforce

Recognizing Unconscious Bias and Its Impact on Patient Care and Outcomes

Strategies for Promoting Diversity and inclusion in Surgical Specialties

Understanding the Importance of Self Care and Mental Health.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

3-031-66011-0

OCLC:

1455117889