How long does it take to train a surgeon?

Gretchen Purcell Jackson; John L. Tarpley

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How long does it take to train a surgeon?

November 18, 2009

Jackson GP, Tarpley JL. BMJ. 2009;339:b4260.

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This commentary addresses the evidence on the effectiveness of limiting work hours and assesses the impact of the limitations on residents' development of surgical expertise and competency.

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