The Moynihan Academy: preparing surgical residents for crisis, leadership and change

Key Points

• To develop confident and adaptable surgeons through integrated education in technical skills and leadership.
• Implemented an educational program combining technical skills training with crisis management and leadership development.
• Focused on real-world scenarios to simulate crisis situations.
• Emphasized compassionate leadership as part of the training curriculum.
• Residents reported increased confidence in handling crisis situations.
• Participants demonstrated improved leadership skills during simulated challenges.
• Feedback indicated a greater readiness for change in unexpected clinical environments.