How much does good motor coordination matter for surgeons

[mrh125]

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like what if you have shaky hands or are clumsy, but are good at stuff that emphasizes hand-eye coordination (video games/tennis)? does that mean it's time to choose a different speciality?

Anyone have experience/comments on this? I'm really curious about this.

 

[Winged Scapula]

See <insert any physical ailment> threads posted previously.

Your answer will be the same. If it can be controlled, then it is unlikely to be an issue (assuming we are talking about something like a benign essential tremor and not hemiballismus).

Moving to the Pre-Med forum where this thread can be followed by others who wish to answer.

 

[HotHamH2O]

amidoingitrite?

 

[KLPM]

Why does it look like his thorax is down in the abdomen?

 

[mmmcdowe]

I wouldn't worry about your self assessment of your coordination/motor skill. It is rarely tested during residency considerations because it rarely a problem with practice and planning.