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Surgeon Licensure Gains Support, Trust Lags

Researchers examined public views on state laws permitting licensure of internationally trained surgeons.

  • By

  • Kathryn Wighton

  • January 21, 2026

  • 4 min

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Objective:

To examine public perceptions of state laws permitting internationally trained surgeons to practice in the US without completing US residency training.

Approach:
    Key Findings:
    • Add that 74% did not consider international surgical training equivalent to US-based training.
    Interpretation:

    Revise to explicitly state the contrast between public support for licensure laws and personal trust issues regarding internationally trained surgeons.

    Limitations:
    • Expand on how the limitations may impact the generalizability and applicability of the findings.
    Conclusion:

    While there is strong public support for licensure laws, significant concerns about training equivalence and trust in internationally trained surgeons persist.

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Surgeon Licensure Gains Support, Trust Lags

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • January 21, 2026

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