National Mentorship Network Improves Support for Surgery Residents

A national mentorship network is addressing the significant mentorship gap for general surgery residents from marginalized backgrounds.

• More than one-third of surgery residents reported unmet mentorship needs; 68.2% enrolled in the program for this reason.
• 77.3% of residents met with their mentors, and 64.7% found them to be a good fit.

This program may enhance surgical education and support for underrepresented residents, improving overall outcomes in mentorship experiences.

• 44.1% of resident-mentor pairs discussed mental health, indicating a holistic approach to support.