In your early years as a cardiothoracic surgeon, you may encounter another challenging situation: not assessing whether the patient needs an operation, but rather, should you be the one doing the case.
Virtual interviews are now a part of our lives. It may be for the better: decreased time away, less cost, more discretion (if you are looking to change jobs), and an easy opportunity to get to know a group.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion in medicine are of paramount importance. It is well known that a diverse medical workforce leads to better patient care, outcomes, and trainee education.
As an early career surgeon, you don’t want to be left on an island without the backing of your partners and department leaders., Robert M. Van Haren, MD, MsPH