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Pinto Rodriguez P, Debbie Li R, DiLosa K, Ramanan B, Sridharan N, Aulivola B, Ochoa Chaar CI. The evolution and impact of the Society for Vascular Surgery Resident and Student Program. J Vasc Surg 2024:S0741-5214(24)01239-4. [PMID: 38906433 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2024.05.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2024] [Revised: 05/18/2024] [Accepted: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 06/23/2024]
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OBJECTIVE There is an ongoing national shortage in the vascular surgery (VS) workforce. To increase interest in the specialty, the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Resident and Student Outreach Committee (RSOC) developed a dedicated general surgery (GS) resident and medical student (MS) program at the Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) and invested in a scholarship program to help reduce attendee expenses. This study assesses the program's effectiveness, correlating recipient feedback with the likelihood of matching into a VS training program. METHODS Records related to the SVS VAM GS resident and MS program from 2013 to 2023 were reviewed, focusing on attendee evaluations of the program. The program included a simulation session from 2013 to 2019. VS training program match rates among scholarship recipients were determined. The annual average match rate in VS was used to divide the survey responses into two groups: below average (BA) and above average (AA) match rate groups. Survey responses were based on a 5-point Likert scale and allowed for comments. Responses were divided into high value, strongly favoring the activity (scores 4-5), and low value (scores 1-3) categories. The survey responses from the group of years with AA match rates were compared with the group of years with BA rates. RESULTS The SVS awarded 1040 GS resident and MS travel scholarships over the 10 years assessed. Overall, applicants had a 43% success rate in receiving a scholarship. During the study period, the annual number of applicants increased, whereas the number of scholarships and match success rates significantly decreased. The average match rate into VS among scholarship recipients was 50.2%. The survey response rate was 33%. During AA match rate years, evaluations for simulation allotted time and lectures were significantly more likely to be high value compared with BA years. Simulation content and the residency fair consistently had the most favorable evaluations (>90% high value), and overall, the program had a consistently positive impact on recipients' interest in VS (>90% high value). Trainees in the AA group were significantly more likely to provide positive comments (73% vs 55%; P < .001). Numerous recipients commented on the need for a dedicated space to interact with faculty and mentors and highlighted simulation as the standout aspect of the program. CONCLUSIONS The SVS VAM RSOC program is positively correlated with attendee interest in VS, with approximately 50% of scholarship recipients matching into the field. The quality of the program and the number of scholarships correlate with VS match rates. Additional investments in similar programs could help close the workforce gap.
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- Paula Pinto Rodriguez
- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT.
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, University of California, Davis, CA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
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Roth A, Moreno O, Santos T, Khan H, Marks N, Ascher E, Hingorani A. Impact of the endovascular revolution on vascular training through analysis of national data case reports. J Vasc Surg 2024; 79:1498-1506.e12. [PMID: 38367849 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2024.01.207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 02/19/2024]
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BACKGROUND In the last couple of decades, there has been a shift in use of endovascular procedures in vascular surgery. We aim to examine the impact of this endovascular shift on vascular trainees, determine whether the surgical experiences of trainees in the integrated residency and fellowship program changed over time, and identify differences between the two training paradigms. METHODS Data were extracted from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education National Data Case Logs for the vascular surgery fellowship (1999-2021) and integrated residency (2012-2021) programs. Every procedure was categorized as open or endovascular, then designated into the following subcategories: thoracic aneurysm repairs, cerebrovascular, abdominal aneurysm repairs, venous, vascular access, peripheral arterial disease, visceral, or miscellaneous. We compared the prevalence of open and endovascular cases in the fellowship and integrated residency using data from overlapping years (2012-2021). In addition, we compared the mean number of cases per trainee per year within designated time intervals. The vascular surgery fellowship was grouped into three intervals: 1999 to 2006, 2006 to 2013, and 2013 to 2021; the integrated vascular surgery residency was grouped into two intervals: 2012 to 2017 and 2017 to 2021. Data were standardized to represent the average number of cases per trainee per year. RESULTS Within the fellowship, we found a 362.37% increase in endovascular procedures (mean, 56.80 ± 32.57 vs 262.63 ± 9.91; P < .001), although there was only a 32.47% increase in open procedures (220.19 ± 4.55 vs 291.68 ± 8.20) between the first and last time intervals. There was a decrease in abdominal aneurysm repair (24.46 ± 7.30 vs 13.85 ± 0.58; P < .001) and visceral (6.41 ± 0.44 vs 5.80 ± 0.42; P = .039) open procedures. For the integrated residency, there was an increase in open procedures by 8.52% (352.18 ± 8.23 vs 382.20 ± 5.84; P < .001). Residents had greater total, open, and endovascular procedures per year than fellows (all P < .001). Chief residents had approximately one-half as many cases as vascular fellows per year. Fellows performed more open abdominal aneurysm repair (14.04 ± 0.80 vs 12.40 ± 1.32; P = .007) and visceral (5.83 ± 0.41 vs 4.88 ± 0.46; P > .001) procedures than residents. Overall, 52% to 53% of cases performed by trainees per year were open procedures in both the fellowship and integrated residency (288.56 ± 12.10 vs 261.27 ± 10.13, 365.52 ± 17.23 vs 319.58 ± 6.62; both P < .001). Within the subcategories, only cerebrovascular, vascular access, and miscellaneous had more open procedures performed per trainee. CONCLUSIONS Vascular surgery training has incorporated new endovascular techniques and technologies while maintaining operative training in open procedures. Despite changes in vascular surgery training, trainees are still performing more open procedures than endovascular procedures per year. However, there are evolving deficits in specific types of procedures.
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- Alexis Roth
- College of Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, NY.
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
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- College of Medicine, St. George's University School of Medicine, St. George, Grenada
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- College of Medicine, Kansas City University, Kansas City, MO
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- Total Vascular Care, Brooklyn, NY; Department of Surgery, NYU Langone Hospital, Brooklyn, NY
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- Total Vascular Care, Brooklyn, NY; Department of Surgery, NYU Langone Hospital, Brooklyn, NY
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- Total Vascular Care, Brooklyn, NY; Department of Surgery, NYU Langone Hospital, Brooklyn, NY
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Altin SE, Kwong M, Hamburg NM, Creager MA, Banerjee S, Oladini L, Schneider MD, Ruddy JM. Addressing Barriers to Entry and Retention of Women in Interventional Vascular Specialties With Proposed Solutions: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association. Circulation 2024; 149:e986-e995. [PMID: 38375663 DOI: 10.1161/cir.0000000000001210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/21/2024]
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Representation of women in interventional vascular fields (interventional cardiology, interventional radiology, and vascular surgery) lags behind that in other specialties. With women representing half of all medical school graduates, encouraging parity of women in these fields needs to start in medical school. Barriers to pursuing careers in vascular intervention include insufficient exposure during core clerkships, early mentorship, visibility of women in the field, length of training, lifestyle considerations, work culture and environment, and concerns about radiation exposure. This scientific statement highlights potential solutions for both the real and perceived barriers that women may face in pursuing careers in vascular intervention, including streamlining of training (as both interventional radiology and vascular surgery have done with a resultant increase in percentage of women trainees), standardization of institutional promotion of women in leadership, and professional and industry partnerships for the retention and advancement of women.
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Arismendi T, Schaper N, Falkenhain A, Karabetsos KC, Syed A, Branch R, Moreno M, Pickney C, Obayi I, Lucas SJ, González E, Graves A, Kauffman B, Maningat A, Zielke T, Nam J, Soult MC, Aziz F, Bose S, Smeds MR. Fourth-Year Medical Students' Perceptions of Vascular Surgery: Can We Improve the Pipeline? Ann Vasc Surg 2023; 97:147-156. [PMID: 37495096 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2023.07.099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2023] [Revised: 07/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/13/2023] [Indexed: 07/28/2023]
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BACKGROUND Since their inception, Integrated Vascular Surgery Residency (IVSR) programs have expanded widely and attracted highly competitive medical students by offering a more focused approach to learning both open surgical and endovascular techniques. However, despite substantial modifications to the training paradigm, a shortage of vascular surgeons is still projected through 2050. We aimed to gather and analyze fourth-year medical students' knowledge and perceptions of vascular surgery (VS) to further inform strategies for recruiting future vascular surgeons. METHODS We sent anonymous electronic questionnaires to fourth-year medical students at 7 allopathic and 3 osteopathic medical schools, with questions detailing demographics, specialty preferences, and exposure to and perceptions of VS. Descriptive statistics were obtained, and responses were compared between students applying to surgical specialties (SS) and nonsurgical specialties (NSS). RESULTS Two hundred eleven of 1,764 (12%) participants responded (56% female). 56% reported VS exposure, most commonly during the third year. 64 (30%) planned to apply to SS. 57% of respondents reported knowledge of the management of vascular disease, and 56% understood procedures performed by vascular surgeons. Ranking the importance of factors in choosing specialties, SS selected "experiences gained during medical school rotations" (P < 0.05), "types and/or variety of treatment modalities used in this field" (P < 0.001), and "interest in the pathology or disease processes treated" (P < 0.05) as highest priorities. NSS preferred "lifestyle (work-life balance) as an attending" (P < 0.001). Only 7% of all respondents believed vascular surgeons have a good work-life balance, with a larger percentage of SS (P < 0.001) agreeing. Stratified by gender, female students rated "limited ability of childbirth during residency and/or postponement of family plans" (P < 0.05), "gender-related concerns, such as discrimination at work or unfair career possibilities" (P < 0.001), and "fear of unfair competition" (P < 0.05) as potential negative aspects of VS careers. 55% of respondents believed the IVSR makes VS more appealing. CONCLUSIONS Medical students perceive poor quality of life and work-life balance as deterring factors to a career in VS. Opportunities exist to educate students on the pathologies treated, procedures performed, and attainable quality of life available in our field. We should also continue to develop recruitment strategies to stimulate student interest and increase early exposure in VS.
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- Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY
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- Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV
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- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH
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- City University of New York (CUNY) School of Medicine, New York, NY
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- Sanford School of Medicine, University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kansas City University, Kansas City, MO
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- University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine, San Antonio, TX
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- Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University Chicago, Maywood, IL
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- Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University Chicago, Maywood, IL
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- Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University Chicago, Maywood, IL
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- Penn State College of Medicine, State College, PA
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- Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, MO; Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, MO
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- Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, MO; Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, MO.
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Fisher AT, Fereydooni A, Mullis DM, Smith BK, Sgroi MD. Individual and Program-Related Predictors of Academic Vascular Surgery Practice. Ann Vasc Surg 2023; 97:121-128. [PMID: 37454896 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2023.06.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2023] [Revised: 06/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/30/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND Several studies have explored factors affecting academic employment in surgical subspecialties; however, vascular surgery has not yet been investigated. We examined which elements of surgical training predict future academic productivity and studied characteristics of NIH-funded vascular surgery attendings. METHODS With approval from the Association of Program Directors in Vascular Surgery (APDVS), the database of recent vascular surgery fellowship (VSF) and integrated vascular surgery residency (IVSR) graduates was obtained, and public resources (Doximity, Scopus, PubMed, NIH, etc.) were queried for research output during and after training, completion of dedicated research years, individual and program NIH funding, current practice setting, and academic rank. Adjusted multivariate regression analyses were conducted for postgraduate academic productivity. RESULTS From 2013 to 2017, there were 734 graduates. Six hundred three completed VSF and 131 IVSR; 220 (29%) were female. Academic employment was predicted by MD degree, advanced degree, training at a top NIH-funded program, number publications by end of training, and H-index. Dedicated research time before or during vascular training, advanced degree, or graduating from a top NIH-funded program were predictors of publishing >1 paper/year. Number of publications by end of training and years in practice were predictive of H-index ≥5. VSF versus IVSR pathway did not have an impact on future academic employment, annual publication rate as an attending, or H-index. Characterization of NIH-funded attendings showed that they often completed dedicated research time (72%) and trained at a top NIH-funded program (79%). Mean publications by graduation among this group was 15.82 ± 11.3, and they averaged 4.31 ± 4.2 publications/year as attendings. CONCLUSIONS Research output during training, advanced degrees, and training at a top NIH-funded program predict an academic vascular surgery career. VSF and IVSR constitute equally valid paths to productive academic careers.
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- Andrea T Fisher
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stanford University, School of Medicine, Stanford, CA.
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stanford University, School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stanford University, School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Stanford University, School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
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Kim JH, Toesca A, Pozzi G, Gazzetta G, Marrazzo E, Park HS. Controversies and strengths of robot-assisted mastectomy. Eur J Cancer Prev 2023; 32:388-390. [PMID: 37302018 DOI: 10.1097/cej.0000000000000812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) is used to improve cosmetic outcomes while maintaining oncological safety in patients with early breast cancer; however, NSM requires a higher level of skill and workload than mastectomy and is associated with long, visible scars. Robotic surgical systems reduce surgeon workload and facilitate precise surgery. Considering the increasing support of robot-assisted NSM (RNSM), this paper aims to discuss the current controversies based on the research findings reported thus far. There are four concerns regarding RNSM; increased cost, oncological outcomes, the level of experience and skill, and standardization. It should be noted that RNSM is not a surgery performed on all patients but rather a procedure performed on selected patients who meet specific indications. A large-scale randomized clinical trial comparing robotic and conventional NSM has recently begun in Korea; therefore, it is necessary to wait for these results for more insight into oncological outcomes. Although the level of experience and skill required for robotic mastectomy may not be easily achieved by all surgeons, the learning curve for RNSM appears manageable and can be overcome with appropriate training and practice. Training programs and standardization efforts will help improve the overall quality of RNSM. There are some advantages to RNSM. The robotic system provides improved precision and accuracy, helping remove breast tissue more effectively. RNSM has advantages such as smaller scars, less blood loss, and a lower rate of surgical complications. Patients who undergo RNSM report better quality of life.
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- Joo Heung Kim
- Department of Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Candiolo Cancer Institute, FPO-IRCCS, Turin, Italy and
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Candiolo Cancer Institute, FPO-IRCCS, Turin, Italy and
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Candiolo Cancer Institute, FPO-IRCCS, Turin, Italy and
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- Breast Unit, Department of Surgery, Ospedale Maggiore di Lodi, Lodi, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Silvestre J, Nawaz Z, Rowe VL, Hughes K. Paradigm Shift in Vascular Surgery Training: Independent versus Integrated Match Outcomes. Ann Vasc Surg 2023; 91:57-64. [PMID: 36574831 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2022.12.081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2022] [Revised: 12/16/2022] [Accepted: 12/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Currently, 2 predominant pathways exist for vascular surgery training: integrated and independent training pathways. We hypothesized that match rates would increase with time and be higher in the independent pathway than in the integrated pathway. METHODS The National Resident Matching Program provided data from the Vascular Surgery Match (VSM) (2008-2021). Match rates were defined as the percentage of applicants who matched. Chi-squared tests were used to evaluate temporal trends and interpathway differences. RESULTS Over the study period, the annual number of training positions increased for both the independent (119 to 129, 8% increase) and integrated (9 to 79, 778% increase) training pathways. From 2008 to 2021, the annual match rate was stable in the independent pathway (97% to 96%, P > 0.05). In the integrated pathway, the annual match rate increased from 29% to 44% (P < 0.001). During each year, match rates in the independent pathway exceeded those in the integrated pathway (P < 0.001). US allopathic graduates had higher match rates than non-US allopathic graduates in both the independent (92% vs. 82%, P < 0.001) and the integrated pathway (70% vs. 17%, P < 0.001). In the independent pathway, the percentage of applicants that matched at 1 of their top 3 choices decreased from 67% to 58% (P < 0.001). Over the study period, more training positions went unmatched in the Independent (n = 130, 8%) versus the Integrated (n = 17, 3%) pathway (P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS VSM match rates have increased for the integrated pathway and remains competitive especially for non-US allopathic graduates. More research is needed to understand applicant variables that modulate match rates.
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- Jason Silvestre
- Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, DC.
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- Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, DC
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- The Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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- Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, DC
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Sundaram N, Sampson L, Marica S, Ronsivalle J, Rizzo A, Cagir B. Starting a Vascular Surgery Fellowship at a Rural Healthcare Center. J Surg Res 2023; 283:611-618. [PMID: 36446248 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2022.11.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2022] [Revised: 05/03/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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INTRODUCTION In the United States, there is an anticipated critical shortage of vascular surgeons in the coming decades. The shortage is expected to be particularly pronounced in rural areas. Our institution serves a rural and underserved population in which the incidence and prevalence of cardiovascular disease continues to rise. Our institution maintains a general surgery residency and has all the required Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) rotations and educational infrastructure to support a vascular surgery fellowship. This study aims to analyze the vascular caseload at our institution to determine if we and other institutions with similar surgical volumes can support the creation of a 2-year vascular fellowship. METHODS A single-site retrospective review of the number and type of vascular cases conducted at our institution between July 2016 and June 2021 was performed. The procedures were grouped into the following ACGME-defined categories: abdominal, cerebrovascular, complex, endovascular aneurysm repair, endovascular diagnostic or therapeutic, and peripheral. The total number and annual average for each category was obtained. Using the annual average, a 2-year estimate was calculated and compared to the ACGME minimum for each category. Our 2-year estimate was then compared to the national average for graduating vascular surgery fellows in order to generate a z-score for each category. RESULTS In the specified period, 6100 total surgical procedures were performed by three vascular surgeons at our institution. Two thousand five hundred and seventy-eight of the 6100 procedures met at least one of the ACGME-defined category requirements. Our center greatly exceeded the requirements for each category except for abdominal. This is consistent with trends observed in most centers across the nation, which are seeing a decline in open repairs across all categories, especially in open abdominal repairs. Our center's vascular case volume shows no significant difference the national average in each ACGME category (P ≥ 0.05 for all). CONCLUSIONS Despite our center's large vascular caseload and need for more vascular providers, there were not enough open abdominal cases performed to support the training of a vascular fellow. Given the continued decline in open aortic volume across the country, we anticipate that rural centers similar to our own will have difficulty establishing programs to train and recruit vascular surgeons. Flexibility in the abdominal category requirement or creation of open aortic fellowships may be necessary for smaller rural centers to train vascular surgeons and meet the future needs of the specialty.
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- Niteesh Sundaram
- University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The Guthrie Clinic, Sayre, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The Guthrie Clinic, Sayre, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, The Guthrie Clinic, Sayre, Pennsylvania
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- Department of General Surgery, The Guthrie Clinic, Sayre, Pennsylvania
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- Department of General Surgery, The Guthrie Clinic, Sayre, Pennsylvania
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Morgan DE, Zarzour JG, Millette N, Galgano SJ, Smith EN, Canon CL. Accelerated Fellowships Applicable Across all Subspecialty Areas of Diagnostic Radiology as a Catalyst for Academic Recruitment. Acad Radiol 2022:S1076-6332(22)00483-4. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acra.2022.08.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2022] [Revised: 08/24/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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Potts JR, Buyske J, Klingensmith ME. Outcomes of the Early Specialization Program in Vascular Operation. J Am Coll Surg 2022; 235:550-558. [PMID: 35972178 DOI: 10.1097/xcs.0000000000000297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND The Early Specialization Program (ESP) in vascular surgery (VS) began as a "pilot program" in 2003. There is only one published report on ESP outcomes. STUDY DESIGN The general surgery (GS) and VS programs of all institutions using the ESP were contacted. Data gathered included demographics of ESP enrollees, participants' case logs (CLs), and CLs of participants' residency graduating classmates. National CLs, program and institutional data, and participants' certification status were publicly available. RESULTS Nine institutions have enrolled 34 participants. Four withdrew, and four are in the GS component. Of 26 who have completed ESP, residency CLs were available for 20. Participants' percentile rankings among national contemporaries were lower than 13th for surgeon-junior cases (SJCs), higher than 73rd for surgeon-chief cases (SCCs), and 49th for total major cases (TMCs). They were lower than the 40th percentile in all domains except operative trauma (52; SD 23.8) and vascular (84.7; SD 22.1). As a percentage of the mean (% mean) for their own graduating classes, participants performed 91.8% (SD 16.5) as many SJCs, 143.7% (SD 45.1) as many SCCs, and 105% (SD 11.4) as many TMCs. Participants performed more than 79 % mean in every domain, including 213.4% (SD 82.4) as many vascular cases. As fellows, they ranked higher than the 50th percentile nationally in all but two categories. Twenty-four of 26 certified in GS. GS certification has lapsed for 5, 17 remain initially certified, and 2 have re-certified. All have current VS certification. CONCLUSION Although infrequently employed, ESP remains an effective option for those who seek both GS and VS certification.
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- John R Potts
- From the Superior Value in Program Accreditation, Chicago, IL (Potts)
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- the American Board of Surgery, Philadelphia, PA (Buyske)
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DeAngelo M, Hakim A, Darelli-Anderson AM, Harding JP, Smith BK. Medical Student Perspectives on Choosing a Career in Vascular Surgery. Ann Vasc Surg 2021; 83:152-157. [PMID: 34936893 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2021.11.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2021] [Revised: 11/07/2021] [Accepted: 11/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Vascular surgery is facing an impending workforce shortage as the population ages and the demand for vascular surgical services increases. The integrated vascular surgery residency (0+5) paradigm is well-established and provides a mechanism to increase the number of board-certified vascular surgeons. Recruitment of medical students to these programs has proven challenging with unfilled positions in each of the past two years. The aim of this study is to explore factors that influence medical students' interest in vascular surgery and their decision to ultimately pursue a career in the field. METHODS Medical students listed on the Society for Vascular Surgery "Find a VSIG (Vascular Surgery Interest Group)" webpage were contacted via email to participate in the study. A snowball sampling technique was employed to recruit additional participants, including recent medical school graduates who had matched into a 0+5 program. Fifteen students participated in 5 focus groups. Directed content analysis was employed to qualitatively analyze focus group transcripts. RESULTS Five domains were identified as influencing students' decision to pursue vascular surgery. Experiential learning facilitated early exploration of the field. The intellectuality of the specialty was a feature that attracted students to vascular surgery. In addition, the professional identify of vascular surgeons as comprehensive care providers was appealing. Students identified with their mentors' relationships as observed during clinical encounters. Long-term mentorship was important in sustaining students' interest. CONCLUSION Medical students pursue a career in vascular surgery based on early exposure to the specialty, experiential learning through hands-on VSIG events, clinical experiences, and longitudinal faculty mentorship. The unique aspects of the specialty, including professional identity and intellectuality, should be highlighted to both attract and maintain students' interest in the field. These findings can be used by national vascular surgery leaders, practicing vascular surgeons, and faculty and student leadership of VSIGs to optimize recruitment programs and increase the vascular surgery workforce.
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- University of Utah, Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery.
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Ramirez JL, Zarkowsky DS, Mohebali J, Nehler MR, Lopez J, Al-Musawi MH, McDevitt D, Smeds MR. Self-Perceived Comfort Performing Vascular Surgery Procedures among Senior Vascular Surgery Trainees and Recent Graduates. Ann Vasc Surg 2021; 75:1-11. [PMID: 33831526 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2021.03.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2021] [Revised: 03/06/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE In the last two decades, vascular surgery training evolved from exclusively learning open skills to learning endovascular skills in addition to a functional reduction in training duration with 0+5 residency programs. The implications for this on trainee evolution to independence are unknown. We aimed to assess self-perceived comfort performing open and endovascular procedures and to identify predictors of high comfort among senior vascular surgery trainees and recent graduates. METHODS Junior and senior 0+5 vascular surgery residents, traditional fellows, and attendings in their first 4 years of practice were asked to complete a survey assessing the number of vascular procedures performed to date, comfort performing these procedures on a Likert scale, and validated scales of self-efficacy and grit. Groups were then matched by training level and age. Logistic regression identified independent predictors of the top quartile of self-perceived comfort performing procedures. RESULTS Surveys were completed by 92 trainees and 71 attending surgeons in their first 4 years of practice. After matching, completing ≥7 open juxtarenal aortic repairs (OR = 4.73, 95% CI = 1.59-14.07) and a higher self-efficacy score (OR = 3.24, 95% CI = 1.20-8.76), were independent predictors of top quartile comfort performing open vascular procedures. 0+5 residency training inversely correlated with top quartile comfort performing open vascular operations (OR = 0.12, 95% CI = 0.03-0.47). Completing ≥7 complex EVARs (OR = 3.94, 95% CI = 1.61-9.59) and a higher self-efficacy personality score (OR = 2.76, 95% CI = 1.09-7.02) were predictors of top quartile comfort performing endovascular procedures. CONCLUSION In this nationally representative survey, both trainees and junior attendings completed a paucity of complex open vascular cases, which corresponded to reduced comfort performing these procedures. Furthermore, 0+5 residency training was associated with lower self-perceived comfort performing open vascular surgery, a trend that persisted through the first years of practice. Endovascular comfort did not show a similar correlation.
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- Joel L Ramirez
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California.
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Saint Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri
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The 100 most cited articles in the diagnosis and management of peripheral artery disease. J Vasc Surg 2021; 74:135-152.e4. [PMID: 33592290 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2021.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2020] [Accepted: 02/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a highly prevalent disease that places major lifestyle limitations and mortality risk on affected individuals. As the understanding of the disease has grown in the medical community, it is unknown which literature has made the greatest impact on the knowledge of PAD. We performed a bibliometric analysis using the number of citations as an indication of impact to analyze the top 100 most influential articles on PAD management. METHODS A retrospective search of the Web of Science (Thomson Reuters, New York, NY) database for English-only publications was conducted in November 2020. We identified initial references from the database using the search terms "Peripheral Arterial Disease," "Peripheral Vascular Disease," "Claudication," "Critical Limb Ischemia," "Chronic Limb Threatening Ischemia," "Rest Pain," "Ischemic Ulcer," "Toe Gangrene," "Ankle Brachial Index," and "Leg Ischemia" in Web of Science Core Collections. Articles were ranked based on the number of citations and then analyzed based on citation count and average number of citations per year. Additional metrics included the overall average number of publications per year, the journals, journal discipline, author (including degree and gender), institution, country, topic area, and the level of evidence. RESULTS The most popular articles were published between 1959 and 2017, with 46,716 citations in total (average 27.26 citations/y). The most popular article had 2225 citations in total and was Rutherford's "Recommended standards for reports dealing with lower extremity ischemia: Revised version." Peak years of citations were 2016, 2014, and 2018 (2753, 2674, and 2639 citations, respectively). Top journals for the most cited publications were Circulation, Journal of Vascular Surgery, and the Lancet with 21, 13, and 7 articles, respectively. A majority of articles originated from the United States (58 articles), followed by the United Kingdom (15 articles) and Germany (13 articles). Major topic areas of interest and trends in the progressive understanding of PAD were noted. Top areas of focus included surgical interventions (29%), therapeutic angiogenesis (15%), epidemiological studies in PAD (14%), and diagnosis and evaluation (13%). In the top cited literature, 48% (14/29) of surgical articles investigated endovascular interventions for PAD. CONCLUSIONS Overall, PAD research has evolved from basic epidemiological studies to advanced management with continued investigation toward future, improved treatments for PAD.
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Giurgius M, Horn M, Thomas SD, Shishehbor MH, Barry Beiles C, Mwipatayi BP, Varcoe RL. The Relationship Between Carotid Revascularization Procedural Volume and Perioperative Outcomes in Australia and New Zealand. Angiology 2021; 72:715-723. [PMID: 33535812 DOI: 10.1177/0003319721991717] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) and carotid artery stenting (CAS) prevent stroke in selected patients. However, each intervention carries a risk of perioperative complications including stroke or death (S/D). We aimed to determine the relationship between operator volume, hospital volume, and the perioperative risk of S/D in carotid revascularization in Australia and New Zealand. Retrospective analysis was performed on prospectively collected data extracted from the Australasian Vascular Audit between 2010 and 2017. Annual caseload volume was analyzed in quintiles (Q) using multivariate regression to assess its impact on perioperative S/D. Carotid endarterectomy procedures (n = 16 765) demonstrated higher S/D rates for lower-volume operators (2.21% for Q1-Q3 [1-17 annual cases] vs 1.76% for Q4-Q5 [18-61 annual cases]; odds ratio [OR]: 1.28; 95% CI: 1.001-1.64; P = .049). Carotid artery stenting procedures (n = 1350) also demonstrated higher S/D rates for lower-volume operators (2.63% for Q1-Q3 [1-11 annual cases] vs 0.37% for Q4-Q5 [12-31 annual cases]; OR: 6.11; 95% CI: 1.27-29.33; P = .024). No significant hospital volume-outcome effect was observed for either procedure. An inverse relationship was demonstrated between operator volume and perioperative S/D rates following CEA and CAS. Consideration of minimum operator thresholds, restructuring of services and networked referral pathways of care in Australia and New Zealand, would likely result in improved patient outcomes.
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- Mary Giurgius
- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia.,Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia.,Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia.,The Vascular Institute, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, University Hospitals, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Australasian Vascular Audit, Australian and New Zealand Society for Vascular Surgery, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, University of Western Australia, School of Surgery and Royal Perth Hospital, Perth, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia.,Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia.,The Vascular Institute, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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Smeds MR, Sheahan MG, Shames ML, Abularrage CJ. A modern appraisal of current vascular surgery education. J Vasc Surg 2020; 73:1430-1435. [PMID: 33098942 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2020.10.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2020] [Accepted: 10/10/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Although general program requirements and curriculum content outlines are provided by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, Association for Program Directors in Vascular Surgery, and Vascular Surgery Board of the American Board of Surgery, there is no single format for delivery of this content. The delivery of these defined educational components is, thus, likely to differ from site to site. The curriculum committee of the Association of Program Directors in Vascular Surgery was tasked with formalizing the content of the Vascular Surgery Surgical Council on Resident Education curriculum modules, and, therefore, we sought to appraise the current status of vascular educational programs in U.S. training programs before its implementation. METHODS Program directors (PDs) of 112 U.S. vascular surgery residency and fellowship training programs were contacted via email and asked to participate in an anonymous electronic survey. This survey evaluated the educational components of individual programs, including vascular specific conferences, use of other training modalities, and determination of who was involved in the creation of these programs. RESULTS Of the 112 PDs offered the survey, 80 (71%) responded. Most (42 of 80; 53%) have both an integrated vascular residency and a fellowship with the remaining being solely fellowship (31 of 80; 39%) or integrated residencies (7 of 80; 9%). The majority (79 of 81; 98%) of programs hold at least one vascular conference per week, with 75% (60 of 81) holding more than one each week. The total time spent in conference averaged 2.6 hours/wk, and the most common educational components of the weekly conferences were review of upcoming (48 of 79, 61%) or recently completed surgical cases (30 of 79; 38%), lectures on vascular disease processes (40 of 79; 51%), and review of book chapters from vascular surgery textbooks (27 of 78; 35%). PDs are responsible for creating the schedule at 50% (39 of 78) of the programs with most remaining programs relying on trainees (18 of 78; 23%) and assistant PDs (17 of 78; 22%). Vascular trainees present the majority of material at most programs' conferences (64 of 77; 83%). The majority of PDs feel that trainees should independently study 4 hours or more per week (51 of 79; 65%), but only 25% (20 of 79) believe that trainees actually spend this amount of time studying (P = .0001). Only 13 of 80 (16%) programs currently use a preformatted standardized vascular curriculum, but 64 of 80 (80%) believe that there is a need for the creation of this product and 72 of 80 (90%) would most likely use it. CONCLUSIONS There is a significant variation in vascular surgery educational programs with considerable dependence on trainees to create the curriculum. The majority of PDs in vascular surgery support the creation of a standardized vascular curriculum and would use it if made.
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- Matthew R Smeds
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, Mo
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, La
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of South Florida Health Morsani School of Medicine, Tampa, Fla
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, Department of Surgery, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Md.
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to investigate the teaching effect of vascular simulation training (ST) in rotating vascular residents. DESIGN Retrospective cohort study. SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS A total of 95 vascular residents were included from 2015 to 2018 in a university affiliated centre western China, and divided into an ST group and a conventional training (CT) group. The ST group received ST and CT, and the CT group only received CT. PRIMARY OUTCOME MEASURES Theoretical scores were assessed, and the technique parameters, complications and radiation damage of the procedures were analysed. RESULTS The mean scores (8.74±1.09 vs 8.13±1.31) and the rate of willingness for retraining (93.62% vs 79.17%) in residents were higher in the ST group than in the conventional training (CT) group (p<0.05). The success rate of arterial puncture was significantly higher in the ST group (78.72% vs 58.33%, p=0.03); however, the incidence of complications was similar between the two groups (p>0.05). The time of the puncture procedure was significantly lower (9.56±5.24 vs 12.15±6.87 min), and the comfort score of the patient (5.49±1.72 vs 4.71±1.57) was higher in the ST group than in the CT group (p<0.05). At the end of the assessment, the learning time for angiography (3.65±0.64 vs 4.07±0.77 months) and the complete procedure time (33.81±10.11 vs 41.32±12.56 min) were lower in the ST group than in the CT group (p<0.01). The fluo time for angiography (489.33±237.13 vs 631.47±243.65 s) and the cumulative air kerma (401.30±149.06 vs 461.16±134.14 mGy) were significantly decreased in ST group (p<0.05). CONCLUSION The application of a vascular simulation system can significantly improve the clinical performance of residents and reduce the radiation damage from a single intervention procedure in patients.
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- Lin Yang
- Vascular Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Medical Administration, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Vascular Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- International Radiology, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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Gillan E, Feghali A, Nguyen T, Salvatore D, DiMuzio P, Abai B. Update of Operative Log Data for Traditional versus Integrated Vascular Training Programs. Ann Vasc Surg 2020; 67:497-502. [DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2020.02.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2019] [Revised: 01/23/2020] [Accepted: 02/03/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Jacobs BN, Boniakowski AE, Osborne NH, Coleman DM. Effect of Mentoring on Match Rank of Integrated Vascular Surgery Residents. Ann Vasc Surg 2020; 64:285-291. [DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2019.03.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2018] [Revised: 01/03/2019] [Accepted: 03/19/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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What Does the Average Person Know About Endocrine and Vascular Surgeons? J Surg Res 2019; 244:348-351. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2019.06.056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2019] [Revised: 05/13/2019] [Accepted: 06/14/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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The recognition of vascular surgery as an independent surgical specialty is inevitable, but the pathway to full autonomy remains uncertain. Vascular surgery emerged from general surgery in the mid-1950s with the advent of synthetic grafts and microvascular techniques. By the early 1980s, Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-approved fellowships were established in most large academic medical centers. The American Board of Surgery recognized this additional specialty training by awarding vascular graduates a Certificate of Special Qualifications distinguishing them from general surgeons. The emergence of endovascular surgery radically changed the face of vascular surgery from a general surgery subspecialty to a unique surgical specialty with a growing array of minimally invasive tools. With the establishment of a primary Certificate in Vascular Surgery and the subsequent development of integrated residencies, vascular surgery moved ever closer to recognition as an independent surgical specialty. Despite the remarkable progress that has been observed over the past 50 years, there is a desire in the vascular community for formal recognition of the unique body of knowledge and surgical skills that serve as the foundation of contemporary vascular care.
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- John F Eidt
- Department of Vascular Surgery, Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital, Dallas, TX.
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Requarth JA. Image-Guided Palliative Interventions. Surg Clin North Am 2019; 99:921-939. [PMID: 31446918 DOI: 10.1016/j.suc.2019.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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This article reviews a few surgical palliative care procedures that can be performed by surgeons and interventional radiologists using image-guided techniques. Treatment of recurrent pleural effusions, gastrostomy feeding tube maintenance, percutaneous cholecystostomy, and transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunts (TIPS) with embolotherapy of bleeding stomal varices is discussed.
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- Jay A Requarth
- 1959 North Peacehaven Road, #118, Winston Salem, NC 27106, USA.
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Smith BK, Davies MG, Harris IB. The Current State of the 0+5 Integrated Vascular Surgery Residency Training Paradigm: A Scoping Review of the Literature. JOURNAL OF SURGICAL EDUCATION 2019; 76:990-1004. [PMID: 30713138 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsurg.2019.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2018] [Accepted: 01/08/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND The 0+5 integrated vascular surgery residency program (IVSR) was introduced as a training model toward board certification in vascular surgery over 10 years ago. The pros and cons of this training model have been debated. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this review is to investigate, using qualitative methods, what is known about the development, implementation, and outcomes of the IVSR paradigm. DESIGN A systematic search of the literature pertaining to the IVSR training model was conducted to include literature from 2005 to 2016. A search strategy involving use of 4 literature databases, 4 search terms, and 4 inclusion criteria was used. Three independent reviewers screened titles and abstracts for inclusion. Data abstraction was performed by 1 reviewer. Qualitative content analysis was completed using the method of constant comparative analysis associated with a grounded theory design by all 3 reviewers. RESULTS Of 890 articles initially identified, 33 articles were found to meet inclusion criteria for full review. Nineteen (57%) were research articles with an average Medical Education Research Study Quality Instrument score of 6.3 out of 18. The remaining articles were categorized as editorials, presidential addresses, invited commentaries, and historical summaries. Three major themes related to the IVSR program were identified: context of program development, processes of the program once implemented, and outcomes. CONCLUSIONS The literature on the IVSR paradigm reflects contextual, process, and outcome issues. Research articles are of generally low quality and there is a paucity of analyses of outcome issues. Further research is recommended to identify and understand the outcomes of the model.
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- Brigitte K Smith
- Department of Surgery, University of Utah, Division of Vascular Surgery, Salt Lake City, Utah.
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- University of Texas Health Sciences Center - San Antonio, Division of Vascular/Endovascular Surgery, San Antonio, Texas
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- University of Illinois - Chicago, Department of Medical Education and Department of Pathology, Chicago, Illinois
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Shames M, Bandyk D. Introduction: Evolution of vascular surgery training—Apprentice to fellow to integrated resident. Semin Vasc Surg 2019; 32:1-4. [DOI: 10.1053/j.semvascsurg.2019.05.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Ozaki CK, Perler BA, Mitchell ME, Gahtan V. The role of the Vascular Surgery Board in surgical education. Semin Vasc Surg 2019; 32:5-10. [DOI: 10.1053/j.semvascsurg.2019.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Tanious A. Traditional (5+2) versus integrated (0–5) vascular surgery training: the effect on case volume and the trainees produced. Semin Vasc Surg 2019; 32:27-29. [DOI: 10.1053/j.semvascsurg.2019.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Tenorio ER, Mirza AK, Kärkkäinen JM, Oderich GS. Lessons learned and learning curve of fenestrated and branched endografts. THE JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY 2018; 60:23-34. [PMID: 30221895 DOI: 10.23736/s0021-9509.18.10728-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Fenestrated and branched endovascular repair (F-BEVAR) has been increasingly used to treat patients with complex aortic aneurysms involving the renal-mesenteric arteries. As with any new procedure, there is a learning curve associated with mastering the technique. However, proficiency with deployment is only one aspect of the learning process, and ultimately, this curve is defined not by one quality parameter, but by patient selection, the performance of the entire team, the surgeon's ability to adapt to unexpected events, and the durability of the repair. This article reviews the importance of novel training paradigms, learning curve, and factors affecting outcomes of complex endovascular aneurysm repair.
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- Emanuel R Tenorio
- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Mayo Clinic Aortic Center, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Mayo Clinic Aortic Center, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Mayo Clinic Aortic Center, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Mayo Clinic Aortic Center, Rochester, MN, USA -
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Torres I, De Luccia N. Artificial vascular models for endovascular training (3D printing). Innov Surg Sci 2018; 3:225-234. [PMID: 31579786 PMCID: PMC6604582 DOI: 10.1515/iss-2018-0020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2018] [Accepted: 07/17/2018] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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The endovascular technique has led to a revolution in the care of patients with vascular disease; however, acquiring and maintaining proficiency over a broad spectrum of procedures is challenging. Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology allows the production of models that can be used for endovascular training. This article aims to explain the process and technologies available to produce vascular models for endovascular training, using 3D printing technology. The data are based on the group experience and a review of the literature. Different 3D printing methods are compared, describing their advantages, disadvantages and potential roles in surgical training. The process of 3D printing a vascular model based on an imaging examination consists of the following steps: image acquisition, image post-processing, 3D printing and printed model post-processing. The entire process can take a week. Prospective studies have shown that 3D printing can improve surgical planning, especially in complex endovascular procedures, and allows the production of efficient simulators for endovascular training, improving residents’ surgical performance and self-confidence.
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- Inez Torres
- Discipline of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, São Paulo University Medical School, Rua Oscar Freire, 1546, ap 33, Pinheiros, São Paulo - SP 05409-010, Brazil
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- Discipline of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, São Paulo University Medical School, São Paulo, Brazil
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Arous EJ, Judelson DR, Simons JP, Aiello FA, Doucet DR, Arous EJ, Messina LM, Schanzer A. Increasing the number of integrated vascular surgery residency positions is important to address the impending shortage of vascular surgeons in the United States. J Vasc Surg 2018; 67:1618-1625. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2017.12.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2017] [Accepted: 12/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Aurshina A, Hingorani A, Iadagarova E, Ascher E, Marks N, Hingorani A, Blumberg SN. A Trainee Perspective to Issues Needing Redressal in Current Vascular Surgery Training Programs: Survey Results from 2004 to 2015. Ann Vasc Surg 2018. [PMID: 29522874 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2018.01.103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Vascular surgery training and practice have been constantly evolving in the last 2 decades. The goal of this study is to report the changing trends in perspectives of vascular surgery trainees on current training program and issues that need redressal in vascular training and practice. METHODS Vascular surgery trainees in the United States, who attended the Society of Clinical Vascular Surgery meeting from 2004 to 2015, were surveyed annually with an anonymous questionnaire during the meet. Questions pertaining to their endovascular and open surgical learning experience, independent performance of procedures, challenges of job search, starting an independent practice, and their perception of issues in vascular surgery training were analyzed. Responses from the first half of the decade (2004-2009) were compared with the second half (2010-2015) to identify evolving trends in trainee perception. RESULTS Among the 908 vascular surgery trainees who attended the annual meeting from 2004 to 2015, 670 (74%) trainees responded to the questionnaire. The mean age of vascular trainees was 32.5 years. In the latter half of the decade, there was a 2-fold increase in female trainees, from 12.3% to 23.6% (P = 0.002), and the integrated program trainees also increased from 0% to 12% of respondents (P = 0.0023). Trainee satisfaction with endovascular training improved from 78% to 90% (P = 0.0001), and satisfaction with open surgical experience was unchanged at 83% over the 10-year period (P = 0.16). The perception of vascular laboratory experience improved with only 35% vs. 27% (P = 0.016) of respondents dissatisfied, despite only a third of respondents actually performing the noninvasive tests in both the former and the latter half of the decade, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Although the quality of vascular cases during training has improved, vascular trainees desire shorter training paradigms, and vascular laboratory education is still viewed as deficient. These findings can be used by training programs to re-examine their curricula and implement changes to improve the quality of training the next generation of vascular surgeons.
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- NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn, Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Brooklyn, NY.
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Tanious A, Wooster M, Jung A, Nelson PR, Armstrong PA, Shames ML. Comparison of the integrated vascular surgery resident operative experience and the traditional vascular surgery fellowship. J Vasc Surg 2017; 66:307-310. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2017.03.414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2016] [Accepted: 03/03/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Batista P, Abai B, Salvatore D, DiMuzio P. The first assessment of operative logs for traditional vascular fellowship track versus integrated vascular training programs. J Vasc Surg 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2015.05.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Perspectives on endovascular training in traditional 5+2 vascular surgery fellowship training programs. Vascular 2015; 24:134-43. [DOI: 10.1177/1708538115586948] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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This study aimed to compare expectations and experiences of fellows to those of faculty in vascular surgery fellowship programs with regard to endovascular training. Anonymous surveys were sent to fellows (n = 235) and program directors (n = 147), with 79 fellows and 65 faculty members responding. Fellows noted higher expectations of their endovascular skills prior to starting fellowship than the faculty group reported expecting. Faculty assessed fellows' pre-training endovascular skills at a significantly lower level than the fellows' self-assessment. Fellows were significantly less satisfied with the structured aspects of endovascular training than the faculty believed them to be. Only 3% of fellows vs. 32% of faculty felt that the presence of an endovascular simulator affected how residents ranked fellowship programs during the match. In conclusion, incoming fellows in vascular surgery fellowship programs have high expectations of themselves, but may overestimate their actual pre-training endovascular skills. Fellows desire more structured endovascular training, which is not recognized by faculty. Endovascular simulators are valued, but may not be a significant draw in the match process.
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What is the best training for vascular access surgery? J Vasc Access 2015; 16 Suppl 9:S16-9. [PMID: 25684580 DOI: 10.5301/jva.5000345] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/07/2014] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Questions have been raised whether there is a lack of appropriate training in access creation and maintenance, and if training juniors in arteriovenous (AV) fistulas may affect the outcome. A survey was undertaken to study "experts" opinion in access training using a closed questionnaire. The majority of "experts" consented that there is a lack of appropriate training in access creation and maintenance in a great extent, although they located the main deficit regarding access training in the preoperative planning and decision making. Regarding the second question, a literature search revealed only four studies, comparing the outcomes of AV fistulas created either by consultant surgeons or trainees. A meta-analysis performed revealed that 1-year patency rate was not statistically significant different among access procedures created either by consultants or trainees. Access surgery shares the same basic principles with vascular surgery and provides a valuable workload for the trainees and is a necessity to become a building component in all "core" vascular curricula; the required skills can be acquired with the trainees operating independently simple cases, as the latter is not leading to suboptimal outcomes.
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Mogannam AC, Chavez de Paz C, Sheng N, Patel S, Bianchi C, Chiriano J, Teruya T, Abou-Zamzam AM. Early vascular consultation in the setting of oncologic resections: benefit for patients and a continuing source of open vascular surgical training. Ann Vasc Surg 2015; 29:810-5. [PMID: 25725275 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2014.11.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2014] [Revised: 11/09/2014] [Accepted: 11/25/2014] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Oncologic surgeons have become more aggressive at tumor resections that often require complex open vascular interventions. Vascular surgeons may be consulted preoperatively to aid in these cases, or commonly called into the operating room for an urgent consult. These operations provide a challenge to the vascular surgeon and also an opportunity for open vascular surgical training of residents. We present our experience with vascular surgical interventions during oncologic resections. METHODS A retrospective review of a prospectively maintained vascular registry was performed to identify patients undergoing vascular surgery in the setting of oncologic resections. Tumor histology, location, type of vascular intervention, vascular, and oncologic outcomes were recorded and reviewed. RESULTS Over a 7-year period, 21 oncologic cases involving vascular surgeons were identified. Tumor types included sarcoma (9), adenocarcinoma (4), germ cell (4), paraganglioma (2), and others (2). Tumor locations included abdominal/pelvic (15), cervical (3), and extremity (3). Complete resection was achieved in 18 of the 19 patients; 2 patients underwent exploration alone for carcinomatosis. Vascular surgical procedures included bypass grafts in 7 patients, resection with primary repair in 5 patients, ligation/excision in 4 patients, and arterial mobilization in 3 patients. No major vascular complications occurred. Short-term patency rates were 100%. Survival rates following therapeutic resection were 90%, 80%, and 80% at 1, 3, and 5 years, respectively. Vascular surgeons were involved in the preoperative planning in 11 cases (52%). Patients with preoperative vascular consultation had significantly fewer vascular injuries, a nonsignificant trend toward lower blood loss, and a nonsignificant trend toward improved survival than those with urgent intraoperative vascular consultation. CONCLUSIONS Vascular interventions can lead to favorable long-term outcomes during definitive oncologic resection of diverse tumor histologies and locations. Vascular surgeons must be prepared to participate, frequently urgently, in oncologic procedures. Standard open techniques employing all aspects of vascular exposures continue to be integral to vascular surgery training. Preoperative consultation between the oncologic and vascular surgeons may lead to improved outcomes.
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- Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA
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- Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA
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The Evolving Integrated Vascular Surgery Residency Curriculum. Ann Vasc Surg 2014; 28:1761-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2014.02.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2013] [Revised: 02/11/2014] [Accepted: 02/21/2014] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Kiguchi M, Leake A, Switzer G, Mitchell E, Makaroun M, Chaer RA. Perceptions of society for vascular surgery members and surgery department chairs of the integrated 0 + 5 vascular surgery training paradigm. JOURNAL OF SURGICAL EDUCATION 2014; 71:716-725. [PMID: 25088369 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsurg.2014.02.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2013] [Revised: 12/18/2013] [Accepted: 02/10/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION As the first generation of integrated (0 + 5) vascular surgery (VS) residents enter the job market, this survey sought to understand how the surgical community perceives this training paradigm. METHODS An anonymous online survey was e-mailed to surgery chairpersons (n = 193) and Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) members (n = 2193) in the United States/Canada with 26% (n = 38) and 14% (n = 309) response rates, respectively. Respondents were asked about their practice background, residency program, hiring patterns, and perceptions of the 0 + 5 training. RESULTS Response rates were 26% (n = 38) and 14% (n = 309) for surgery chairpersons and SVS members, respectively. SVS respondents were from academic (62%) and private (38%) practices and included staff surgeons (62%), program directors (15%), and division chiefs (22%). Only 33% had a 0 + 5 program, and 57% had a VS fellowship. Overall, 94% were likely to hire a new vascular surgeon in the next 5 years. In some categories, SVS respondents believed 0 + 5 residents would be less prepared than 5 + 2 residents. Only 32% thought that 0 + 5 residents have the same level of surgical maturity, and 36% thought that they have the same level of open operative skills as 5 + 2 trainees. Another 34% thought 0 + 5 residents will need additional fellowship training in open surgery. However, there was also a general perception from SVS respondents that 0 + 5 residents would be prepared for clinical practice (67%) and would have equal endovascular skills to 5 + 2 trainees (92%). The chairpersons had similar perceptions as SVS members. Both SVS members (88%) and chairpersons (86%) would consider interviewing a 0 + 5 graduate for faculty position; 83% and 72%, respectively, would consider hiring. Moreover, 93% of SVS respondents who currently have a 0 + 5 program and 86% of SVS respondents who do not would consider hiring a 0 + 5 graduate. Both SVS members (62%) and chairpersons (50%) believed the 0 + 5 paradigm is essential for the advancement of VS. CONCLUSIONS Overall perceptions of 0 + 5 graduates were positive and indicated their likely acceptance into the VS workforce. Although there were some reservations regarding the 0 + 5 graduates' maturity level and open operative skills, the surgical community was willing to interview and hire these trainees for staff positions. Further follow-up will be required to evaluate their performance in clinical practice.
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- Misaki Kiguchi
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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- University of Pittsburgh, Department of General Internal Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Oregon Health and Sciences University, Department of Surgery, Portland, Oregon; SVS Education Committee, Chicago, Illinois
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- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Rosenthal R, Mujagic E, Jacob AL, Seelos R, Schäfer J, Gürke L. Impact of an intensive 2-day endovascular training course on technical performance of trainees. Ann Vasc Surg 2013; 27:1173-81. [PMID: 23972635 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2013.01.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2012] [Revised: 01/08/2013] [Accepted: 01/28/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of a 2-day international endovascular training course on the performance of trainees as compared with a control group, assessed in a bench model-based task using an objective structured evaluation protocol. METHODS A total of 50 trainees, 28 course participants of 2 consecutive identical courses and a control group of 22 participants with a similar level of experience without course attendance, underwent baseline and final assessment (simulated arterial access task). The evaluation form consisted of a global assessment (GA), task-specific checklist percentage score (CL), and global rating scale percentage score (GR), with both percentage scores ranging from 0% (worst performance) to 100% (best performance). RESULTS Course participants were more likely to pass the GA at final testing than the control group (odds ratio=59; 95% confidence interval [CI] 9.5-656; P<0.001). The estimated difference in percentage score at final testing between course participants and the control group was 26% (95% CI 18-34; P<0.001) for the CL and 29% (95% CI 19-40; P<0.001) for the GR. CONCLUSIONS A 2-day structured endovascular training course significantly improves endovascular performance in a simulated environment. These results are important for the design of endovascular training curricula with the ultimate goal of contributing to patient safety.
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- Rachel Rosenthal
- Department of Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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Valentine RJ, Rhodes RS, Jones A, Biester TW. Evolving Patterns of Vascular Surgery Care in the United States: A Report from the American Board of Surgery. J Am Coll Surg 2013; 216:886-893.e1. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2013.01.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2012] [Revised: 01/14/2013] [Accepted: 01/16/2013] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Sumpio BE. Application of Porter’s Five Forces Model and generic strategies for vascular surgery: should be stuck in the middle? Vascular 2013; 21:149-56. [PMID: 23518839 DOI: 10.1177/1708538112473707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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There are many stakeholders in the vascular marketplace from clinicians to hospitals, third party payers, medical device manufacturers and the government. Economic stress, threats of policy reform and changing health-care delivery are adding to the challenges faced by vascular surgeons. Use of Porter's Five Forces analysis to identify the sources of competition, the strength and likelihood of that competition existing, and barriers to competition that affect vascular surgery will help our specialty understand both the strength of our current competition and the strength of a position that our specialty will need to move to. By understanding the nature of the Porter's Five Forces as it applies to vascular surgery, and by appreciating their relative importance, our society would be in a stronger position to defend itself against threats and perhaps influence the forces with a long-term strategy. Porter's generic strategies attempt to create effective links for business with customers and suppliers and create barriers to new entrants and substitute products. It brings an initial perspective that is convenient to adapt to vascular surgery in order to reveal opportunities.Vascular surgery is uniquely situated to pursue both a differentiation and high value leadership strategy.
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- Bauer E Sumpio
- Department of Surgery, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 06510, USA.
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Trends in a changing vascular practice environment for members of the Society for Vascular Surgery. J Vasc Surg 2012; 57:586-592.e2. [PMID: 23254185 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2012.09.064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2012] [Revised: 09/04/2012] [Accepted: 09/20/2012] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To survey the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) membership with regard to practice trends related to work effort, employment status, practice ownership, endovascular cases, and anticipated changes in practice in the near future. METHODS A survey questionnaire was developed to gather information about member demographics and practice, hours worked, full-time (FT) or part-time status, employment status, practice ownership, competition for referrals, proportion of endovascular vs open procedures, and anticipated changes in practice in the next 3 years. We used SurveyMonkey and distributed the survey to all active vascular surgeon (VS) members of the SVS. RESULTS The response rate was 207 of 2230 (10.7%). Two thirds were in private practice, and 21% were in solo practice. Twenty-four percent were employed by hospitals/health systems. Those VS under the age of 50 years were more likely to exclusively practice vascular surgery compared with VS over the age of 50 years (P = .0003). Sixty-eight of the physicians (32.7%) were between 50 and 59 years old, 186 (90.3%) were men, 192 (92.8%) worked FT (>36 hours of patient care per week), and almost two thirds worked >60 hours per week. Those in physician-owned practices worked >40 hours of patient care per week more often than did FT employed VS (P = .012). Younger VS (age <50 years) more frequently reported >50% of their workload being endovascular compared with older VS (age ≥50 years; P < .001). Eighty percent of FT VS planned to continue their current practice over the next 3 years. Of the 43.6% indicating loss of referrals, 82% pointed to cardiologists as the competition. CONCLUSIONS The current workforce is predominately male and works FT; one-third is between the ages of 50 and 59 years. Younger VS (age <50 years) are more likely to exclusively practice VS and have a higher caseload of endovascular procedures. Those in physician-owned practices are more likely to put in >40 hours of patient care per week than are FT employed VS. Longitudinal surveys of SVS members are imperative to help tailor educational, training, and practice management offerings, guide governmental activities, advocate for issues important to members, improve branding initiatives, and sponsor workforce analyses.
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Ingen-Housz-Oro S, Amici JM, Roy-Geffroy B, Ostojic A, Domergue Than Trong E, Buffard V, Lafaye S, Moreno JC, Goldszal S, Mirkamali A, Plaquet JL, Thuillot D, Meningaud JP, Wolkenstein P, Chosidow O. Dermatosurgery: total quality management in a dermatology department. Dermatology 2012; 225:204-9. [PMID: 23128401 DOI: 10.1159/000343288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2012] [Accepted: 09/10/2012] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Dermatosurgery (DS) is a growing sector in dermatology. Performance measurement is organized worldwide to improve the quality of health care. Clinical audit relies on self-assessment, comparison with guidelines, frames of references and implementation of improvement actions. OBJECTIVE To assess the efficiency of our DS department. METHODS A clinical audit focusing on the organization of the DS unit, patient routing, continuing medical education and training for students was conducted by two external auditors. After an initial evaluation, improvements were implemented and reassessed 1 year later by the same auditors. RESULTS The audit resulted in the implementation of preoperative consultation, improved pre- and postoperative information leaflets for patients, standardizing of surgery reports, earmarking of funds for materials, and patient satisfaction survey. The training of residents was organized. CONCLUSION This audit was a driving force for communication among the medical and paramedical teams and helped improve patient care and training of residents in DS. It also highlighted areas needing further improvement.
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The aviation model of vascular surgery education. J Vasc Surg 2012; 55:1801-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2012.01.080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2012] [Revised: 01/24/2012] [Accepted: 01/31/2012] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Mills JL. Invited commentary. J Vasc Surg 2012; 55:1820. [PMID: 22608047 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2012.02.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2012] [Revised: 02/09/2012] [Accepted: 02/11/2012] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Ullery BW, Nathan DP, Jackson BM, Wang GJ, Fairman RM, Woo EY. Qualitative Impact of the Endovascular Era on Vascular Surgeons’ Comfort Level and Enjoyment With Open and Endovascular AAA Repairs. Vasc Endovascular Surg 2012; 46:150-6. [DOI: 10.1177/1538574411432147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Objective: To evaluate the qualitative impact of training in the endovascular era (post-2000) on vascular surgeons’ comfort level and enjoyment with abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repairs. Methods: A sample of vascular surgeons (n = 1754) were sent a survey pertaining to their fellowship training and practice of AAA repair. The influence of training- and practice-related variables on qualitative outcomes was assessed. Results: A total of 382 (22%) surgeons completed the survey. Surgeons who performed more endovascular aneurysm repairs (EVARs) than open AAA repairs were more likely to enjoy EVAR ( P < .001). Those completing fellowship after 2000 reported a higher level of procedure-related comfort with EVAR ( P = .001) compared to those completing fellowship before 2000. Conversely, surgeons completing fellowship before 2000 reported a higher level of procedure-related comfort with open AAA repair ( P = .001). Conclusion: The advent of EVAR has changed fellowship training of AAA repair and has translated into changes in both practice patterns and comfort level.
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- Brant W. Ullery
- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Woo K, Rowe VL, Weaver FA, Sullivan ME. The Results of a Needs Assessment to Guide a Vascular Surgery Skills Simulation Curriculum. Ann Vasc Surg 2012; 26:198-204. [DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2011.05.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2010] [Revised: 03/31/2011] [Accepted: 05/12/2011] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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Aparajita R, Zayed MA, Casey K, Dayal R, Lee JT. Development and Implementation of an Introductory Endovascular Training Course for Medical Students. Ann Vasc Surg 2011; 25:1104-12. [DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2011.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2011] [Revised: 07/12/2011] [Accepted: 07/13/2011] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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Eidt JF, Mills J, Rhodes RS, Biester T, Gahtan V, Jordan WD, Hodgson KJ, Kent KC, Ricotta JJ, Sidawy AN, Valentine J. Comparison of surgical operative experience of trainees and practicing vascular surgeons: A report from the Vascular Surgery Board of the American Board of Surgery. J Vasc Surg 2011; 53:1130-9; discussion 1139-40. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2010.09.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2010] [Revised: 09/08/2010] [Accepted: 09/08/2010] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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- Steven C Stain
- Department of Surgery, Albany Medical College, 47 New Scotland Avenue, MC 61, Albany, NY 12208-3479, USA.
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Ensuring vascular surgical training is on the right track. J Vasc Surg 2010; 53:517-25. [PMID: 21050703 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2010.08.082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2010] [Revised: 07/07/2010] [Accepted: 08/27/2010] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Approval of the primary certificate in vascular surgery eliminated the requirement for certification in general surgery before vascular surgery certification. New training paradigms for training in vascular surgery have emerged driven by the desire to offer greater flexibility of training and to shorten the length of training. Many of these changes are based upon "expert opinion," promise, and "logic" without objective evaluation of the residents or the training programs themselves. To be on the forefront of surgical education, vascular surgery will need to adopt methods of curriculum development firmly grounded in educational principles and use modern assessment tools for the evaluation of competence and performance. This report presents the evolution and challenges to the current vascular surgical training model and then argues for a more rigorous and scientific approach to training in vascular surgery. It presents an analysis of potential avenues for placing education and training in vascular surgery on the forefront of modern surgical education.
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Early Tracking Would Improve the Operative Experience of General Surgery Residents. Ann Surg 2010; 252:445-9; discussion 449-51. [DOI: 10.1097/sla.0b013e3181f0d105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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