Office-Based Minor Surgery: An Ever-Increasing Challenge Not Only for the Dutch General Practitioner.

Background And Objectives: Office-based minor surgery (OBMS) refers to all surgical procedures performed under local anesthetic in the office setting. It is cost effective for the health economy, safe, and appreciated by patients. It is not yet fully understood why some general practitioners (GPs) perform OBMS and others do not, while there is a growing demand for OBMS.

Role modelling in the training of hospital-based medical specialists: a validation study of the Role Model Apperception Tool (RoMAT).

Introduction: Role modelling is a key component in the training of doctors that influences professional behaviour, identity and career choices. Clinical teachers and residents are often unaware of this, thereby risking transmission of negative behaviour. On the other hand, awareness positively affects role model behaviour.