Surgical oncology training evolves to meet diverse needs

Recent survey shows how surgical oncology fellowship prepares graduates for varied practices with implications for patient selection and training focus.

• Post-2013 graduates feel better equipped for peritoneal surface and gynecologic cancers and robotic surgery.
• Pre-2013 graduates reported greater readiness for melanoma and thoracic cases.

Consider emphasizing advanced training for emerging areas like robotic techniques and specific malignancies.

• 36% of respondents focus more than half of their time on one disease site, highlighting the need for tailored training approaches.