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. 2023 Jun 28;4(3):e306.
doi: 10.1097/AS9.0000000000000306. eCollection 2023 Sep.

Thriving as a Surgical Intern: Three Tips From the Collaboration of Surgical Education Fellows (CoSEF)

Joseph C L'Huillier  1   2 , Sarah Lund  3 , Ananya Anand  4 , Rachel M Jensen  4   5 , Andrea J H Williamson  6 , Julie M Clanahan  7 , Rebecca Moreci  8 , Rebecca S Gates  9
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Thriving as a Surgical Intern: Three Tips From the Collaboration of Surgical Education Fellows (CoSEF)

Joseph C L'Huillier et al. Ann Surg Open. .

Abstract

We are the multi-institutional organization known as the Collaboration of Surgical Education Fellows (CoSEF). We've collectively reflected on our range of experiences across the country and identified 3 principles which promote a successful intern experience: (1) Own your patients; (2) Treat people like people; and (3) Take care of yourself.

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