Microlearning in Complex Surgical Oncology: Proof of Concept and Impact on Surgical Skills Acquisition During Residency.

Background: Recent structural changes to residency programs, such as workforce shortages and work-hour restrictions, have reduced operating room exposition for residents in surgical specialties. Complementary strategies need to be developed to support surgical educators and provide residents with the optimal learning environment. This study aimed to assess the feasibility of integrating microlearning in a general surgery residency program and to evaluate its impact on surgical skills acquisition in surgical oncology.

Bariatric Surgery Should Be Offered to Active-Duty Military Personnel: a Retrospective Study of the Canadian Armed Forces' Experience.

Purpose: Like most Western armies, obesity affects Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel. Bariatric surgery is an effective treatment for obesity. However, this is not yet accepted for active-duty soldiers in most countries.