I assume virtually all physicians here think they are outstanding clinically. That is a function of intelligence, work ethic, training, and maybe some luck thrown on top of it. Most here are relatively early in their careers I think and so the hours of training plus close supervision plus testing more or less make this very likely to be the case. For procedurists, there are plenty of data that suggest higher volumes, or at least thresholds, are associated with better outcomes.
Yet I hazard that we all know some physicians still working who may be capable but not at the top of their game. Or, you know, ... some who are ROAD Retired, but on active duty.
What strategies do we have to ensure that we stay at the top of the game?
To a degree, working full time for me ensures that I stay current. I have mandatory CME, I attend group meetings with lots of clinical discussions, i do a high volume of procedures, I have to answer tough questions from patients. I ask other smart people tough questions all the time.
If we have plans to cut back at 40 or 45, but still want to work part time for a considerable length of time, how do we ensure that at 55 or 60 we can be good to great? even if we want to volunteer, how do we maintain skills?
Thanks!
Yet I hazard that we all know some physicians still working who may be capable but not at the top of their game. Or, you know, ... some who are ROAD Retired, but on active duty.
What strategies do we have to ensure that we stay at the top of the game?
To a degree, working full time for me ensures that I stay current. I have mandatory CME, I attend group meetings with lots of clinical discussions, i do a high volume of procedures, I have to answer tough questions from patients. I ask other smart people tough questions all the time.
If we have plans to cut back at 40 or 45, but still want to work part time for a considerable length of time, how do we ensure that at 55 or 60 we can be good to great? even if we want to volunteer, how do we maintain skills?
Thanks!
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