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This is the Scientific Surgery Archive, which contains all randomized clinical trials in surgery that have been identified by searching the top 50 English language medical journal issues since January 1998. Compiled by Jonothan J. Earnshaw, former Editor-in-Chief, BJS

Medical student participation in a surgical outpatient clinic: a randomized controlled trial. ANZ J Surg 2013; 83: 466–471.

Published: 4th September 2013

Authors: Azher H, Lay J, Stupart DA, Guest GD, Watters DAK

Conclusion

A total of 151 outpatient consultations were studied. Patients had no preference about the way students were involved. Students preferred ‘student before doctor’ style (P=0.023). Doctors had no preference either, but noted that the students’ preferred style took longer (P<0.0001).

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