title: What I expect from an orthopaedic traumatology fellow.
abstract: After 2.5 decades working with a variety of orthopaedic traumatology fellows, I have learned that several qualities and behaviors are important to a successful experience. Most fellows possess them, but some do not. Those that do usually integrate quickly onto the team and are rewarded with enriched teaching and clinical experiences. Some that do not may be able to adjust or alter their behaviors and eventually fit in. Some cannot adjust and their experiences suffer. I realize that no 2 individuals are the same, so my expectations of a fellow serve as a relationship foundation to then build their experiences upon. Their qualities and behaviors guide our relationship.
authors.affiliation: *Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Memorial Hermann Hospital, University of Texas Medical School, Houston, TX.
authors.forename: Milton
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Lee Chip Routt
authors.forename: Delbert H
authors.initials: DH
authors.lastname: Stark
mesh_terms: D002321:Career Choice; D002983:Clinical Competence; D005257:Fellowships and Scholarships; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D009985:Orthopedics / Q000193:education*; D066231:Surgeons / Q000523:psychology; D014194:Traumatology / Q000193:education*