Unit Objective:

At the end of this unit the resident understands the non-clinical elements of a thoracic surgical practice.

Learner Objectives:

Upon completion of this unit the resident:

1. Understand the ethical components of surgical practice;
   
   
2. Understands and will be able to use clinical database and outcome analysis in surgical practice;
   
   
3. Knows the medico-legal aspects of surgical practice;
   
   
4. Understands critical pathways and cost-benefit analysis in clinical decision-making;
   
   
5. Understand organizational structure and mechanics of solo practice, group specialty practice, multi-specialty practice, and academic practice;
   
   
6. Knows the structure, responsibilities and requirements of managed care, capitation payment, contractual agreements, physician-hospital organizations, and independent practice agreements;
   
   
7. Understands the time constraints imposed by the responsibilities of practice and the need for effective time management.