How do we learn about error? A cross-sectional study of urology trainees.

Clíodhna Browne; Lauren Crone; Enda O'Connor

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How do we learn about error? A cross-sectional study of urology trainees.

June 28, 2023

Browne C, Crone L, O'Connor E. J Surg Educ. 2023;80(6):864-872.

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While medical trainees and residents agree that disclosing errors to patients is important, they also perceive barriers to doing so. In this study, surgical trainees described factors influencing their decisions not to disclose errors despite their intention to do so. Even with formal communication trainings throughout the program, participants reported a lack of sufficient education in error disclosure. Workplace culture and role-modelling influenced their own disclosure practices both positively and negatively.

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