Danny Ryan, MA, MB BChir (Cantab), PGCME, FRSA, MRCSEng, MFSTEd, MacadMEd

Since its inception, the Federation of Orthopaedic Trainees in Europe has aimed to promote and improve the standards of orthopaedic and trauma training in Europe. In 2015, at the first FORTE summit, which was held at EFORT headquarters in Geneva, national representatives from several European countries met and shared current requirements for residency in their respective countries. Although there were similarities in the residency programs, there were also significant differences and several issues that were considered problematic or needing improvement.

Editor’s note: In this article, a member of the FORTE organization discusses some advantages orthopaedic surgeons in-training may experience when they use cognitive simulation. Look for more articles from FORTE members in future issues of Orthopaedics Today Europe.

Editor’s note: In this article from the FORTE organization, one member discusses how orthopaedic trainee assessments can be improved in light of the European Working Time Regulations. Look for more articles from FORTE members in future issues of Orthopaedics Today Europe.