Col (Ret) Patrick Osborn, MD -Measuring Orthopedic Surgeon Readiness: Refining the KSA Framework

<p style="font-weight:400;">Military Medicine & WarDocs present: "A Ready Medical Force Special Collection"</p> <p style="font-weight:400;">MILMED-D-22-00154: “Ascertaining the Readiness of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons:  A Revision to the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Methodology”</p> <p style="font-weight:400;">EPISODE SUMMARY</p> <p style="font-weight:400;">Discover the crucial factors for Military Orthopedic Surgeon readiness in our thought-provoking discussion with retired Air Force Colonel and Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Patrick Osborn. Together, we explore the updated revision of the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) methodology, examining the KSA project's concerning findings and the process of generating KSA scores to measure readiness in Military Medicine. We also discuss ways to eliminate and realign CPT codes for a more accurate assessment of Military Orthopedic Surgeon readiness.</p> <p style="font-weight:400;">We dive deeper into the challenges of integrating high-acuity cases from trauma centers into military treatment facilities (MTFs) and how off-duty employment data can be unreliable. Dr. Osborn shares insights on the KSA project's measurement of reps and procedures deemed important and ways to evaluate surgeon competence beyond CPT codes. Our conversation highlights the significance of military medical training, especially in the area of wound debridement, and the roles experience and confidence play in decision-making.</p> <p style="font-weight:400;">Lastly, we emphasize the need for readiness training for medical personnel and the importance of team experience in developing a Ready Medical Force. Dr. Osborn stresses the necessity for local community buy-in and commitment to supporting an ACS-designated trauma center. Join us in this vital conversation as we uncover the key aspects of improving Military Orthopedic Surgeon readiness and ensuring the competence of our medical forces in times of crisis.</p> <p style="font-weight:400;"> </p> <p style="font-weight:400;">EPISODE CHAPTERS<