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Resident Track

Professionalism

Young Surgeons Mock Orals and More

Saturday, May 10, 2025
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Location: San Diego Convention Center, Room 15A, Mezzanine Level
All of the relevant financial relationships listed below have been mitigated.
David A. Kleiman, MD, MSc, FACS, FASCRS: This individual has no relevant relationships with ineligible companies.
Carrie Peterson, MD, MS: This individual has no financial relationships with ineligible companies.
Beatrice Dionigi, MD, FACS, FASCRS: This individual has no financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
  • Describe the structure of the oral examination.
  • Demonstrate the ability to answer colorectal oral board-style questions in a simulated, high-stakes format.
  • Demonstrate knowledge among colleagues and learn from other examinees.
  • Recognize key topics relevant to his or her own career stage.
Registration Required.
Registration Fees: Candidate member: $100; Member: $225; Non-Member: $300

CME Credit: 3.75
Contact Hours:3.75

This workshop aims to prepare candidates for these examinations and address the critical needs of current fellows and recent graduates when they begin their practices.

The symposium portion will consist of an introduction and overview of the structure of the mock oral examination and then break into two tracks each composed of a Mock Oral Examination Session and a Mini-Symposium that will run concurrently. The Mock Oral Examinations will be conducted in a small group format and administered by different examiners, with a critique of the examinees’ performances in a format replicating the actual ABCRS Oral Examination. Questions will be directed to one participant at a time, so other group members may observe their colleagues' answers and receive critique on scenarios. Scenarios covered will be those that are heavily tested on the certifying oral examination and are commonly encountered in standard colorectal practice. Additionally, the session will also provide feedback on performance and guidance in the treatment of these various disease processes by members who are board-certified already.

The Mini-Symposium consists of presentations and a panel discussion on topics highly relevant to the audience, such as board review, transition to practice, academic success, transition of careers, and financial planning. This mini-symposium will be tailored to the needs of current fellows and young attendings as they transition into practice and prepare to apply for board certification.