The history of surgery is the same as any skilled craft, with knowledge transferred
from the master to the apprentice by exposure to cases and in the performance of the
procedure. Implementation of the European Working Time Directive in times of NHS rationing
and increased service commitments will inevitably reduce the exposure of trainees
to plastic surgical cases. Practical teaching opportunities should be provided as
an alternative to ensure maintenance of skills. Recently published articles have cited
the development of unique simulators in order to improve this limited training.
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Published online: December 12, 2011
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© 2011 British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
