ASTP-2026 Dataset: Time to Independent Surgical Practice - Prescribed Training Duration and Pathway Architecture Across 30 Asian Health Systems and Six Comparators

This dataset documents the prescribed minimum time to independent general surgical practice and formally recognised organ-based subspecialty credentialing across 30 Asian health systems and six international comparators. The study examines surgical training duration, entry requirements, training structure, credentialing authorities, and compulsory non-training intervals. Data reflect regulatory and training requirements in force as of 31 October 2026. The repository includes a detailed codebook defining the study variables, four-axis training pathway classification, coding conventions, source verification categories, and analytical methodology. Where supplied, accompanying datasets, documentary source records, and reproducible Python analysis scripts support independent verification of the reported findings. The dataset is intended to support transparency, reproducibility, and further comparative research in surgical education and workforce development.