The Role of Non-Technical Skills in Surgery

Publication date: Available online 9 October 2015 Source:Annals of Medicine and Surgery Author(s): Riaz Agha, Alexander J. Fowler, Nick Sevdalis Non-technical skills are of increasing importance in surgery and surgical training. A traditional focus on technical skills acquisition and competence is no longer enough for the delivery of a modern, safe surgical practice. This review discusses the importance of non-technical skills and the values that underpin successful modern surgical practice. This narrative review used a number of sources including written and online, there was no specific search strategy of defined databases. Modern surgical practice requires; technical and non-technical skills, evidence-based practice, an emphasis on lifelong learning, monitoring of outcomes and a supportive institutional and health service framework. Finally these requirements need to be combined with a number of personal and professional values including integrity, professionalism and compassionate, patient-centred care.
Source: Annals of Medicine and Surgery - Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research