The final episode of the Mentorship in Focus series from Young ESCP explores how ESCP supports surgical education and career development, offering a range of workshops, fellowships, and mentorship programmes to help surgeons at all career stages grow professionally.
Stefanie Devriendt and Janindra Warusavitarne discuss the varied learning opportunities available, from pre-conference courses that provide hands-on training to fellowships that enable surgeons to gain international experience and expand their skill sets. They also highlight the importance of mentorship and networking, key elements in shaping a successful surgical career.
Key takeaways from the episode:
- Fellowships and international training - expanding surgical skills across Europe
- Mentorship and networking - building professional connections for career growth
- Pre-conference workshops - hands-on learning before the ESCP Congress
These initiatives not only provide technical training but also foster a supportive surgical community, where knowledge-sharing and collaboration open doors for future leaders in colorectal surgery.
"Everyone’s very, very supportive to help the next generation go up."