Orthopaedic training in New Zealand.
This paper illustrates some of the problems associated with a nationally organised training programme. The limit on entry numbers is on the 'best guess' for manpower requirements and not on the number of training posts available and hence a challenge can always be made on the grounds that a 'closed shop' is being operated. Experience has shown that to date this is not a valid criticism. However, there is little room for expanding the number of training posts available so that the annual intake cannot be expanded significantly beyond present levels. The selection criteria and methodology are discussed in detail, representing our current practice without any claim to have established an ideal technique. Finally, when a trainee is seconded from an overseas programme and the question of approval of his time in this country is raised, it is most important that the host institution have data relevant to both the local and the national scene.
D007396:Internship and Residency / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009520:New Zealand; D009985:Orthopedics / Q000193:education*