Viewpoint highlights the importance of surgeon-scientists in enhancing patient care and advancing research.
Surgeon-scientists bridge the gap between clinical care and medical discovery. Despite mounting economic and institutional pressures, their contributions can enhance patient outcomes, foster innovation, drive policy, and encourage philanthropy. This perspective highlights 10 enduring reasons to prioritize surgeon-scientists, underscoring their importance in advancing surgical practice, inspiring future leaders, and sustaining academic progress.
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