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North American pediatric surgery fellows' preparedness for humanitarian surgery
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In brief
In brief
Study evaluates whether North American pediatric surgery fellowship training adequately prepares surgeons for humanitarian work in conflict and disaster zones by comparing fellowship case experience with surgical needs in humanitarian settings.
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Abstract
Introduction
The overwhelming burden of pediatric surgical need in humanitarian settings has prompted mutual interest between humanitarian organizations and pediatric surgeons. To assess adequate fit, we correlated pediatric surgery fellowship case mix and load with acute pediatric surgical relief efforts in conflict and disaster zones.
Methods
We reviewed pediatric (age
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