The predictive value of general surgery application data for future resident performance.

Objective: The predictive value of application data for future general surgery resident performance and attrition are poorly understood. We sought to determine what variables obtained in the application process might predict future resident success.

Methods: We performed an 18-year review (1990-2008) of all matched residents (n = 101) to a university program.

International volunteerism during general surgical residency: a resident's experience.

Objective: The purpose of this article is to discuss a surgical resident's experience in Kenya as a component of a custom-designed dedicated year. The academic value, clinical experience, and lessons learned will be described. Hopefully, these insights will be useful to those planning to take a similar course or for those seeking to offer such an experience at their training programs.