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First Touch course—the impact of a nation-wide boot camp on the transition to Surgical residency

  • By

  • Sofia Gaspar Reis

  • Mário Rui Gonçalves

  • Constança Azevedo

  • Ana Ruivo

  • Gonçalo Guidi

  • Ricardo Marinho

  • Joana Pinto Teles

  • Ana Sofia Domingos

  • André Luís Borges

  • Filipe Rodrigues Quintas

  • Liliana Grilo Miranda

  • António Oliveira

  • José Novo de Matos

  • June 30, 2025

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    The First Touch Course (FT) is a nationwide boot camp designed to ease the transition to Surgical residency in Portugal.

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    FT provides hands-on simulation training, networking opportunities, and essential resources for new surgical residents.

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    The course has evolved to include online components due to the COVID-19 pandemic, maintaining its focus on practical skills.

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    Over eight editions, FT has trained 481 participants across various surgical specialties, enhancing their confidence and preparedness.

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    The curriculum includes online preparatory courses and workshops, accessible throughout the six-year residency period.

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First Touch course—the impact of a nation-wide boot camp on the transition to Surgical residency

  • by Sofia Gaspar Reis, Mário Rui Gonçalves, Constança Azevedo, Ana Ruivo, Gonçalo Guidi, Ricardo Marinho, Joana Pinto Teles, Ana Sofia Domingos, André Luís Borges, Filipe Rodrigues Quintas, Liliana Grilo Miranda, António Oliveira, José Novo de Matos

  • June 30, 2025

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