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The study aims to explore the responsibilities and perceived value of the vice chairs of education (VCE) role in surgery.

February 9, 2026Journal of surgical education0 citationsOpen Access

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Vice Chairs of Education in Departments of Surgery: Responsibilities, Value, and Future Directions

ECElizabeth M. Huffman CooperIndiana University School of Medicine NANicholas E. AntonPurdue University West Lafayette DSDouglas S. SminkBrigham and Women's Hospital

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The study aims to explore the responsibilities and perceived value of the vice chairs of education (VCE) role in surgery.
Conducted a survey among individuals in surgical departments
Analyzed responses related to VCE responsibilities
Identified areas of concern for further investigation
Increased understanding of VCE responsibilities in surgical departments
Identification of key concerns affecting VCE effectiveness
Recommendations for intradepartmental examination to enhance VCE roles

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The results of this survey provide insight into the responsibilities and perceived value of the VCE role in surgery. This survey also identified areas of concern which merit intradepartmental examination in order to improve the effectiveness of the VCE role at a local level.

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