The Effect of a Multi-Force International Educational Experience on Military Physician Trainees’ Perceptions of Operational Preparedness

This hands-on training demonstrated significant educational benefits for military GME trainees via their self-assessed readiness for dual roles as clinicians and military leaders. Although the sample size was small, these surveys highlight the value of integrating such educational experiences into military medical curricula. Future efforts should include the development and implementation of tangible skill assessments and longitudinal evaluation to assess clinician perceptions later in their careers, once out of the training environment.