Researchers adapted a surgical journal club curriculum to an asynchronous, virtual format during the pandemic, allowing for expanded participation and active learning opportunities. The new format enabled visual abstract generation and audio-synopsis creation, supporting learners’ critical appraisal skills of surgical literature. Rural surgeons could now participate in the expanded community-based journal clubs, promoting inclusivity and […]

Robotic surgery is projected to surpass laparoscopy and open surgery in various abdominal procedures by 2025, with forecasts indicating dominance in colectomies, proctectomies, pancreatectomies, and esophagectomies. Urology shows robotic surgery leading in prostatectomies and nephrectomies, while general surgery sees a shift towards robotic colectomies and proctectomies. This transformative shift emphasizes the need for proactive adjustments […]

Surgeons and surgeon trainees in Canada showed higher levels of divergent thinking compared to the adult norm, with increased fluency and flexibility in generating ideas. However, their ability to produce original ideas was below average. Female participants had higher divergent thinking scores. The study also found that surgical training did not significantly impact creative potential. […]

Surgeons across specialties experience musculoskeletal discomfort, with new techniques adding complexity. Gender disparities in surgeon ergonomics are not well understood. Female surgeons, especially pregnant ones, suffer more ergonomic discomfort than males. To address this, the study suggests: 1) improved education on ergonomic injury prevention, 2) institutional support for ergonomic solutions, 3) collaborations with industry, and […]

Ultrasound-guided robotic procedures offer significant advantages in general and oncological surgeries, including precise tumor localization, feasibility testing, and comparison with laparoscopic probes. The systematic review of 20 studies highlights the potential of robotic intraoperative ultrasound to support surgeons, reduce procedure times, and improve outcomes in various surgical fields. Robotic instrumentation’s ergonomics and dexterity make it […]

Research examined payer-negotiated prices for surgical oncology services at NCI-designated cancer centers and their impact on clinical outcomes. Prices varied greatly within and between centers, but the effect on morbidity and mortality was statistically significant, yet clinically negligible across colon, lung, and pancreas cancer cohorts. Higher prices were not linked to better clinical quality. Overall, […]

Palliative surgery aims to alleviate symptoms in seriously ill patients. Although common in surgical oncology, the durability of symptom improvement and quality of life post-surgery lacks high-quality evidence. Outdated studies with inconsistent definitions hinder decision-making. However, with effective communication and patient selection, palliative surgery can provide relief and reduce healthcare burdens for certain seriously ill […]

Studies analyzed 625,316 surgical procedures and found that claims with modifier 22 had higher charges, payments, but were more likely to be denied. Overall mean payments varied, with some procedures showing higher payments with modifier 22. However, for most surgeries, little financial advantage was seen, suggesting surgeons have little incentive to use modifier 22 under […]