Holding a Mirror to Ourselves: Remediation Policy in Surgical Training in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand

This study examined the current remediation policy affecting surgical trainees in ANZ, which is shaped from standards and regulations set by multiple organizations. Although this creates similar regulatory processes across training programs, it results in a strong focus on due process rather than the educational aspects of remediation. Inconsistent terminology around assessment and remediation further impedes effective comparison and data collection. Addressing these concerns will allow opportunities for improving future remediation processes.