Locum Tenens and Pediatric Surgery: A Position Statement and Practice Guidelines From the American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA)
Topic overview
APSA position statement establishing best practice standards for locum tenens coverage in pediatric surgery. Guidelines address safe practice parameters for surgeons, hospitals, and agencies to ensure quality care and protect both patients and practitioners during temporary coverage arrangements.
Key takeaways
- APSA establishes first formal guidelines for locum tenens practice in pediatric surgery to ensure patient safety and quality care.
- Guidelines define optimal resources and parameters that hospitals and locum tenens agencies must follow when arranging coverage.
- Recommendations protect both patients and pediatric surgeons by establishing best practice standards for temporary coverage arrangements.
- Guidelines serve as framework for contract negotiation between surgeons, host organizations, and locum tenens companies.
- Position statement aligns with APSA mission to ensure all children receive highest quality surgical care regardless of staffing model.
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