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DOI: 10.1055/s-0033-1356724
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Effective Time Management: Surgery, Research, Service, Travel, Fitness, and Family

C. Rees Porta
1   Department of Surgery, Madigan Army Medical Center, Fort Lewis, Washington
,
Michael R. Anderson
2   Department of Otolaryngology, Fort Healthcare, Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin
,
Scott R. Steele
1   Department of Surgery, Madigan Army Medical Center, Fort Lewis, Washington
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20. November 2013 (online)

Abstract

Over 1,500 years ago, the St. Benedictine Monks used planning and strict schedules to increase their productivity. Since then, surgeons have developed several different strategies to manage our time effectively. Finding a balance among career, family, and hobbies is essential for maintaining satisfaction and optimizing productivity. Several recurring themes throughout the medical literature offer potential solutions to help maximize the little time surgeons possess. In this article, we will explore some of the methods and strategies available to help surgeons minimize waste and make the most of the most precious commodity we have—our time.