The adequacy of Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary training: How closely do perceptions of fellows and programme directors align?

Alexsander K. Bressan, Janet P. Edwards, Sean C. Grondin, Elijah Dixon, Rebecca M. Minter, D. Rohan Jeyarajah, Chad G. Ball

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Abstract

Background Hepatopancreatobiliary fellowship programmes have recently undergone significant changes with regards to training standards, case-volume thresholds and multimodality educational platforms. The goals of this study were to compare the perspectives of fellows and programme directors (PDs) on perceptions of readiness to enter practice and identify core Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) procedures that require increased emphasis during training. Methods This survey targeted PDs and trainees participating in the Fellowship Council/AHPBA pathway. Data related to demographics, education and career plans were collected. Analysis of PD and fellow opinions regarding their confidence to perform core HPB procedures was completed. Results The response rate was 88% for both fellows (21/24) and PDs (23/26). There was good agreement between PDs and fellows in the perception of case volumes. Select differences where PDs ranked higher perceptions included major hepatectomies (PDs: 87% versus fellows: 57%, P = 0.04), pancreaticoduodenectomies (100% versus 81%, P = 0.04) and laparoscopic distal pancreatectomies (78% versus 43%, P = 0.03). 'Good or excellent' case volumes translated into increased fellow readiness, except for some pancreatitis procedures, laparoscopic distal pancreatectomies and potentially major hepatectomies. Conclusions This study provides insight into content domains that may require additional attention to achieve an appropriate level of proficiency and confidence upon completion of training.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)791-795
Number of pages5
JournalHPB
Volume17
Issue number9
DOIs
StatePublished - Sep 1 2015

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Hepatology
  • Gastroenterology

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