Ann Surg Edu. 2025;5(2):ASE-05-1059 | Open Access
Stovall SL, Kim HC, Chang LC, Deal SB, Kaplan JA, Moonka R, Sternbach JM and Simianu VV
Background: Robotic-assisted colorectal surgery has experienced rapid growth, yet it demands overcoming a considerable learning curve. The impact of this early learning curve on resident education is poorly understood.
Methods: We retrospectively reviewed consecutive colorectal operations (right hemicolectomy, sigmoid colectomy, and Low Anterior Resection (LAR)) performed by two newly fellowship-trained colorectal surgeons. We analyzed Surgeon Console ... Read more
RESEARCH ARTICLE Updated Jul 09, 2025 PDF
Ann Surg Edu. 2025;5(2):ASE-05-1058 | Open Access
Sukhbir Kaur Sira
Surgical training in the UK is at a pivotal moment, facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. As a nation with a National Health Service (NHS) operating within finite resources, the pressures of post-pandemic waiting lists, an ageing population, and technological advancements necessitate innovative solutions to maintain high standards of patient care. This article explores the evolving landscape of surgical education, examining ... Read more
OPINION Updated May 05, 2025 PDF
Ann Surg Edu. 2025;5(2):ASE-05-1057 | Open Access
Ardit Kacani, Arben Gjata, Irisi Xure, Krenar Lilaj, Pranvera Doko and Kristian Mihalaj
Petersen’s hernia and hiatal hernia are rare but serious complications following total gastrectomy, often presenting with nonspecific symptoms that can lead to delayed diagnosis. We report the case of a 69-year-old male who underwent an open total gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y reconstruction for gastric adenocarcinoma. Postoperatively, the patient expe-rienced progressive dyspnea, dysphagia, and severe weight loss, initially misdiagnosed as ... Read more
CASE REPORT Updated Apr 14, 2025 PDF
Ann Surg Edu. 2024;5(1):ASE-05-1056 | Open Access
Akam EA, Akam EY, Dhanani H, Nembhard C, Tee M and Fullum T
T he coronavirus-19 pandemic highlighted major flaws in the way healthcare is delivered globally, which invoked the need to reevaluate how healthcare systems are structured. The United States spends more money on healthcare than any other country in the world, yet the US ranks 40th in life expectancy. Factors contributing to US healthcare spending are too numerous and complex, and ... Read more
REVIEW ARTICLE Updated Dec 04, 2024 PDF
Ann Surg Edu. 2024;5(1):ASE-05-1055 | Open Access
Cheyenne Hall, Jeremy Gaskins and Sandra Kavalukas
Background: Medical education transitions from largely didactic curriculum the first two years to self-directed learning in the clinical clerkship years. A critical component of self-directed learning is bi-directional feedback to the student and the facilitator (in this case, clerkship director) to make adaptations and enhance future learning. These clinical years have proven critical to residents’ satisfaction and ... Read more
RESEARCH ARTICLE Updated Jun 05, 2024 PDF
