The study evaluates participant feedback from four years of the course (2021–2024), surveying attendees on their experiences, knowledge gains, and subsequent professional activities. With responses from 89 participants representing a wide global demographic – 68% from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and 70% female – the findings illustrate the course’s broad appeal and real-world relevance.
Key outcomes highlighted in the publication include:
- Universal course satisfaction: All respondents rated the course as excellent and educationally beneficial.
- Applied learning: 87% of participants reported frequent application of course material in their daily work.
- Continued engagement: After completing the course, 70% joined global surgery groups, 63% contributed to academic publications, and 58% pursued further education in the field.
- Leadership and advocacy: Many respondents reported engagement in policy advocacy and successful grant or scholarship attainment.
Read the full story on the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences website.