Global variability in orthopedic surgery training

Medical and orthopaedic training varies throughout the world. The pathways to achieve competency in orthopaedic surgery in other countries differ greatly from those in the United States. This review summarizes international educational requirements and training pathways involved in the educational...

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Main Authors: Andrew D. Sobel, Davis Hartnett, David Hernandez, Adam E. M. Eltorai, Alan H. Daniels
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Open Medical Publishing 2019-06-01
Series:Orthopedic Reviews
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Online Access:https://www.pagepress.org/journals/index.php/or/article/view/8152
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Summary:Medical and orthopaedic training varies throughout the world. The pathways to achieve competency in orthopaedic surgery in other countries differ greatly from those in the United States. This review summarizes international educational requirements and training pathways involved in the educational development of orthopaedic surgeons. Understanding the differences in training around the world offers comparative opportunities which may lead to the improvement in education, training, and competency of individuals providing orthopaedic care.
ISSN:2035-8237
2035-8164