Reflecting on principles of professionalism.
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It is hoped that this document will serve as a ready reference for students and residents — an appropriate objective, considering the aggressive expansion of education programs that are taking new learners into multiple communities distributed throughout the country.
Abstract
In this issue, the members of the Committee on Professionalism of the Canadian Association of General Surgeons have undertaken to define a new position paper on professionalism for the general surgeon.1 As stated by the Committee, it is essential to raise the awareness of professionalism in surgery, to define its importance and to be very aware of what constitutes unprofessional behaviour. It is hoped that this document will serve as a ready reference for students and residents — an appropriate objective, considering the aggressive expansion of education programs that are taking new learners into multiple communities distributed throughout the country. As part of this initiative, it is essential to reflect on the rights and responsibilities of learners and surgeons alike and also to reflect on processes that exist to support concerns that arise.