Visiting scholarships in cardio-thoracic surgery: A valuable experience for fostering collaboration

Monisha Sudarshan, Stephen D. Cassivi

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Abstract

Visiting scholarships to other institutions have a rich history in medicine and are an exciting opportunity to exchange ideas, learn new clinical techniques and form collaborative relationships for research advancements. Such experiences are also important in fostering a well-rounded surgical education. In this article we reflect on the valuable nature of international collaboration and provide a few guidelines to optimize the experience.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)E1122-E1124
JournalJournal of Thoracic Disease
Volume9
Issue number12
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 1 2017

Keywords

  • Exchange scholar
  • Global health
  • International collaboration
  • Observership
  • Visiting scholarships

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

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