Sharpening Skills: Inside a Surgical Resident’s World

Surgical residency is a rigorous journey that tests both physical endurance and mental strength. Residents spend long hours in the operating room, refining techniques, making critical decisions, and learning from real-life cases. Balancing patient care, academic learning, and personal life becomes a daily challenge. The pressure to perform is high, but so is the drive to improve. Mentorship from senior surgeons and hands-on experience gradually build confidence and competence. Each day brings new lessons, unexpected hurdles, and moments of growth. Surgical residency isn’t just about mastering the scalpel but it’s about becoming a resilient, compassionate, and skilled future surgeon.