Surgeon
げかい
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Physicians
Summary
Physician responsible for surgical treatment of patients, performing surgeries and preoperative and postoperative management.
Description
Surgeons diagnose patients' conditions and, when surgical treatment is necessary, develop surgical plans and perform operations as specialists. They also handle preoperative examinations, postoperative management, complication prevention, and emergency surgeries, collaborating with anesthesiologists, nurses, and clinical engineers to ensure safe surgeries. Fields range from general surgery to cardiac surgery, orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and pediatric surgery, requiring deep knowledge and skills in specialized areas. Acquisition of advanced minimally invasive surgery and robot-assisted surgery techniques is progressing, demanding continuous study.
Future Outlook
With the progress of an aging society, demand for surgical procedures will remain stable. The adoption of minimally invasive surgery and robot-assisted surgery is advancing, making the training and retention of highly specialized surgeons crucial.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Good team player / High concentration / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Hospital work / Long hours / On-call duty / Shift work / Team medicine
Career Path
Resident Physician → Specialty Resident (Surgery) → Specialist Physician → Certified Surgeon of the Japan Surgical Society → Director/Chief Surgeon → Professor/Researcher
Required Skills
Anatomy and Physiology / Emergency Response / Preoperative and Postoperative Management / Surgical Techniques and Aseptic Procedures / Vascular Anastomosis Techniques
Recommended Skills
Endoscopic Surgery / Reading English Papers / Robot-Assisted Surgery / Team Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical thinking is required for surgical planning and intraoperative judgment. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute operational errors can have serious consequences. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for collaboration with the surgical team and patient explanations. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Required to lead the surgical team and make decisions proactively. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to continuously learn the latest surgical techniques and research findings. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical endurance is required for prolonged standing and emergency surgeries. |
| Planning & Organization | High planning ability is required for surgical preparation and schedule management. |
| Problem Solving | Rapid response is needed to handle unexpected situations during surgery. |
| Stress Tolerance | Necessary to endure high-stress environments such as long surgeries and emergencies. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To collaborate as an entire operating room team for safe surgeries. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily uses established techniques, with relatively little need for original ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Surgeon of the Japan Surgical Society
- Passed National Physicians' Examination
Aliases
- Surgeon
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