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Experience of a fellowship in spinal surgery: a quantitative analysis.
- Source :
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European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society [Eur Spine J] 2014 Apr; Vol. 23 Suppl 1, pp. S40-54. Date of Electronic Publication: 2014 Feb 19. - Publication Year :
- 2014
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Abstract
- Objectives: The objective of our paper was to ascertain the self-reported competency level of surgeons who had completed a 1-year spine fellowship versus those who had not. Our secondary objective was to determine whether there was any difference between orthopaedic and neurosurgeons.<br />Methods: A 60 question online questionnaire was provided to AOSpine Europe members for completion online.<br />Results: 289 members provided a response, of which 64% were orthopaedic surgeons and 31% neurosurgeons (5% did not specify). Eighty (28%) had completed a 1-year fellowship. Theoretical and practical knowledge of the management of spinal deformity was the greatest difference seen upon completing a fellowship. Multiple elective and emergent conditions were demonstrated to have a significant difference upon completion of a fellowship. There was no difference between orthopaedic surgeons and neurosurgeons.<br />Conclusions: In order to provide an efficient and safe service covering the broad spectrum of spinal pathology, a formal spine fellowship, ideally with a formal curriculum, should be considered.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1432-0932
- Volume :
- 23 Suppl 1
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 24549385
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-014-3209-y