The ageing surgeon: a qualitative study of expert opinions on assuring performance and supporting safe career transitions among older surgeons.
Sherwood R, Bismark M. The ageing surgeon: a qualitative study of expert opinions on assuring performance and supporting safe career transitions among older surgeons. BMJ Qual Saf. 2020;29(2):113-121. doi:10.1136/bmjqs-2019-009596.
Confidential skill assessments have been recommended as a strategy to ensure competence among aging surgeons. In this qualitative study, the authors describe opinions from 52 experts on how to manage potential concerns associated with aging surgeons.