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Microsurgery is an integral element in many surgical specialties, as well as an important technique for surgical research. Student participation in microsurgery research programs can be a source for both high quality training in skills and for research contributions. In this article, the authors review their experience in developing general principles for setting up medical student microsurgery research programs, and analyze the research output and career choices made by the students who have participated.
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