Surveying surgical skills: perceptions of ob/gyn residency program directors, chief residents and recent graduates

Abstract

Listen

Translate article

Prior studies suggest OBGYN residency graduates may be underprepared to perform gynecologic surgery at graduation. OBGYN residents typically receive a 18-24 months of surgical training, but it is unclear how much time is actually spent operating or how this translates to surgical competence. This study aimed to survey chief (PGY4) residents, program directors, and recent graduates on their perceptions of surgical experience.