AAOS Now, February 2023
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Fellow Shares ‘Invaluable’ Experience of International Rotation in Annecy, France
Through an international rotation during my hand and upper-extremity surgery fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta, I traveled to Annecy. This month-long experience was invaluable.
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Resident Shares Perspective on Logistics and Lessons from International Orthopaedic Electives
International medical teaching trips represent an unparalleled opportunity for orthopaedic residents. Having recently had the privilege to complete an international rotation in Bangladesh, I can personally attest to the value of this experience.
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An Inside Look at Resident Unions Shows Pros and Cons
The future of medical training and medical care is full of uncertainties both inside the hospital and at home--with staffing shortages, stagnant wages, inflation, a competitive housing market, family dynamics, and pressure to do more work in less time. Resident burnout, with a particular focus on duty hours, has been an item of hot discussion.