Transitioning to Night Float: A Year-long Prospective Crossover Trial Evaluating the Impact on Measures of Urology Residents' Well-being

Key Points

• Residents' well-being improved after transitioning to the night float schedule, suggesting a positive impact on work-life balance.
• The trial followed 20 urology residents over one year, measuring key well-being metrics before and after the schedule change.
• Utilizing a prospective crossover trial design allowed for direct comparison of well-being measures within the same group of residents.
• These findings may prompt adjustments to work schedules, highlighting the importance of resident wellness in surgical training.