Less than Full Time Training—A Survey of Prospective Trauma&Orthopaedic Surgeons in the UK—Understanding Prospective Trauma&Orthopaedic Surgeons’ Attitudes Towards Less than Full Time Training

Key Points

• The central aim is to explore the attitudes of prospective trauma and orthopaedic surgeons regarding less than full time training.
• Survey of prospective trauma and orthopaedic surgeons in the UK
• Assessment of attitudes towards less than full time training
• Analysis of perceived barriers and support needs
• Identification of the need for clearer guidance on less than full time training
• Recognition of barriers within orthopaedic departments
• Suggestions for cultural shifts and education programmes for senior staff