February 2023
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Hand Surgery
Michael G. Galvez, Kevin C. Chung, Editors
Diversity, equity, and inclusion may be a topic that seems irrelevant to the field of hand and upper extremity. However, with close attention, there is a significant correlation. To become a hand and upper-extremity surgeon, one must either complete an Orthopedic, Plastic, or General Surgery residency and then complete an additional one-year fellowship in hand and upper extremity.