The development of multiple training pathways to foster competent hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgeons has led to a diverse group of surgical subspecialists. The objective of our study was to determine the current scope of practice of today's HPB surgeons. An online survey was sent to all the Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association's members to assess the current scope of practice of today's HPB surgeons. We found very few surgeons run a solo HPB practice, so changes may be needed in HPB training to provide uniformity and enhance the scope of practice for future HPB surgeons.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
172
Survey was sent to all the Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association's members
Ascension Providence Hospital
Southfield, Michigan, United States
Survey outcome 1
Response to survey
Time frame: December 2014 - February 2015
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.