National trends in general surgical trainees' operative numbers (2013–2022)

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Authors

Lara Rimmer · Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland

Jessica J. Tan · Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland

Nayaab Abdul-Kader · Hammersmith Hospital

Matthew Boal · Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland

TanA.H. Arulampalam · Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland

TamsinE.M. Morrison · Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland

Abstract

A significant decline in total operative procedures was recorded across all General Surgery training levels, with senior trainees particularly affected by reduced operating. These findings underscore the need to adapt training to ensure trainees attain sufficient surgical expertise to become the consultants of the future.

Topics & Keywords

Surgical Simulation and Training Diversity and Career in Medicine Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The Surgeon

DOI: 10.1016/j.surge.2026.02.007

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