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Surgical Teams Concerned About New Restrictions

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Many surgical interns have big concerns about new work restrictions.

Last summer, new standards were implemented for first year residents, limiting shifts to a maximum of 16 hours.

But a new survey of interns finds a majority think the new restrictions would cut their time operating and hurt their surgical skills.

A majority also feels though that the changes would decrease fatigue.