The evolution of surgical education and workforce development reflects a shift toward competency-based training, continuous learning, and global collaboration. Traditional apprenticeship models are now supplemented with structured simulations, digital platforms, and interdisciplinary modules. Programs focus not only on technical skills but also leadership, communication, and ethical decision-making—skills essential for modern surgical environments. As global surgical demand increases, strategic workforce planning is required to address disparities, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Initiatives to improve access to mentorship, standardized curricula, and international fellowships are helping close this gap. Ultimately, sustaining a capable, adaptive surgical workforce depends on innovation in education, equitable resource distribution, and support systems that ensure lifelong professional development.
Title : Microbial spectrum and histo-pathological pattern in patients with breast abscess: A 5 year retrospective study in a tertiary care rural teaching hospital in South India
Caroline Francis, Hull Royal Infirmary, United Kingdom
Title : The coincidence between spinal perineural cysts, increased intracranial pressure and the appearance of small fiber neuropathy. Exploring the relationship and (surgical) lessons to be learned
Ricky Rasschaert, AZ Rivierenland, Belgium
Title : Evolution of surgical oncology
Nagy Habib, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
Title : Improvement in general surgery handover
Amaan Akhter, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, United Kingdom
Title : Giant anterior sacral meningocele masquerading as cystic sacrococcygeal teratoma in a neonate: A diagnostic pitfall and literature review
Gamal Al Saied, Al-Azhar University, Egypt
Title : Tracheostomy-free total ventilatory support
John R Bach, Rutgers University, United States