Asanthi Ratnasekera – författare

There are over 250 surgical residencies in the United States. Most residents experience some degree of shock once they start on the very first day, and the demands of residency are high. The current overall dropout rate is 16%, and there is evidence for higher burnout rates, suicide rates, addiction rates and divorce rates among all surgeons compared to other careers. There is therefore a critical need for the education of resiliency during surgical residency and guidance on surviving this challenging portion of their career. Unfortunately, the experiences of trial and error are the basis for survival, and resiliency training is often overlooked as part of the traditional surgical training. This practical guide is founded on many conversations with struggling general surgery residents and will have wide appeal, utilizing these experiences via interviews with current residents at different residency programs and covering an even wider variety of topics, with variableexperiences based on differing ages, races, sexes, and marital statuses. Each chapter begins with a topic and a brief introduction, expansion on the topic based on their unique experiences, and then a concluding list of pearls to remember and use in daily residency. The topics are broken down thematically into five main sections, covering the breadth of residency experience and work/life balance: academics, clinical duties, life outside of work, leadership and ethics, and basic survival skills and self-care.Written by current residents for current residents, General Surgery Residency Survival Guide will be a valuable resource for everyone navigating this challenging portion of their medical career.

There are over 250 surgical residencies in the United States. Most residents experience some degree of shock once they start on the very first day, and the demands of residency are high. The current overall dropout rate is 16%, and there is evidence for higher burnout rates, suicide rates, addiction rates and divorce rates among all surgeons compared to other careers. There is therefore a critical need for the education of resiliency during surgical residency and guidance on surviving this challenging portion of their career. Unfortunately, the experiences of trial and error are the basis for survival, and resiliency training is often overlooked as part of the traditional surgical training. This practical guide is founded on many conversations with struggling general surgery residents and will have wide appeal, utilizing these experiences via interviews with current residents at different residency programs and covering an even wider variety of topics, with variableexperiences based on differing ages, races, sexes, and marital statuses. Each chapter begins with a topic and a brief introduction, expansion on the topic based on their unique experiences, and then a concluding list of pearls to remember and use in daily residency. The topics are broken down thematically into five main sections, covering the breadth of residency experience and work/life balance: academics, clinical duties, life outside of work, leadership and ethics, and basic survival skills and self-care.Written by current residents for current residents, General Surgery Residency Survival Guide will be a valuable resource for everyone navigating this challenging portion of their medical career.

One of the most important exams in training of the surgeon is the certification exam, also known as the Board Exam.  It is mentioned at most weekly educational conferences in residency training programs, and many examinees feel overwhelmed by the amount of material to prepare. The first edition of this text, published in 2006, represented the first major text of its kind from a major medical publisher to cover the topic of the Oral Boards in Surgery. It presented a structured approach to each surgical topic: The Concept, Way the Question May Be Asked, How to Answer, Curve Balls, and Strikeouts.  The second edition, published in 2014, added several important surgical topics, included up-to-date medical information, and provided a “Summary” section at the end of each topic.  This third edition provides an up-to-date review of the surgical topics covered, with several new topics added. “Answers” to the “Curveballs” posed under each subject heading have been added, and flow charts help guide the examinee's decision-making process and provide a structure for learning the material and answering the questions posed.Designed to be used in conjunction with medical textbooks and other study guides, Passing the General Surgery Oral Board Exam, Third Edition prepares candidates to think on their feet and answer exam questions confidently and accurately. It is an essential guide for surgical residents, fellows across the surgical subspecialties, and practicing surgeons who are board eligible.

Women in Surgery: Navigating Challenges and Triumphs is an intriguing exploration of the experiences, challenges and triumphs of women in the field of surgery. This book delves into the multifaceted journey of women surgeons, from the decision to pursue a surgical career to the challenges faced in training, practice, leadership, and work-life balance. Through personal narratives, expert insights, and practical guidance, this book aims to inspire, empower, and advocate for gender equity in surgery.Part I presents historical perspectives on women in surgery, outlining their crucial yet often overlooked contributions and delving into the evolution of women's roles in surgery, highlighting the challenges they faced, the milestones they achieved, and the pioneering women who blazed a trail for future generations. Part II describes the choice to pursue a career in surgery, a significant milestone in the life of any aspiring surgeon. For women, this decision often comes with unique challenges and considerations, and this section explores the motivations, obstacles, and personal reflections that shape a woman's choice to embark on the path to becoming a surgeon. Training and education are covered in Part III, foundational components of a successful surgical career, providing aspiring surgeons with the knowledge, skills and experiences necessary to excel in the field. This section delves into the unique challenges and opportunities that women encounter during their surgical training and education, exploring the complexities of residency, fellowship programs, and ongoing professional development. Subsequent sections discuss the considerations involved in building a practice, innovations and emerging technologies in surgery, global perspectives, advocacy and leadership, and maintaining balance and resilience.