The Education and Training of Future Hip Preservation Surgeons: Aggregate Recommendations of High-Volume Surgeons
Authors
Chen AW, Steffes MJ, Laseter JR, Maldonado DR, Ortiz-Declet V, Perets I, Domb BG
Journal: J Hip Preserv Surg. 2018 Oct 25;5(3):307-311.
DOI: 10.1093/jhps/hny032
PMID: 30393559
Background
As hip preservation surgery grows rapidly, there is no clear consensus on the education and training required for future surgeons. This survey-based study gathers perspectives from high-volume hip preservation surgeons on the training needed for entering this field.
Methods
A cross-sectional survey of 16 high-volume hip preservation surgeons was conducted to determine the optimal number of cases for training and the necessary duration of fellowships for hip preservation surgeons.
Key Findings
Surgeons recommended that a dedicated 12-month hip preservation fellowship with at least 128 hip arthroscopies is optimal for training. Mid-career surgeons were advised against adopting hip preservation surgery without sufficient prior experience.
Conclusions
A well-structured and dedicated fellowship program is essential for future hip preservation surgeons. Surgeons must gain exposure to both arthroscopic and open techniques, hip arthroplasty, and research.
What Does This Mean for Patients
Patients should seek surgeons who have undergone specialized training in hip preservation surgery, as this ensures the surgeon has adequate experience for optimal outcomes.
DOI: 10.1093/jhps/hny032