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Navigating the Complex Journey Toward Professional Excellence in Distinguished Surgeons: A Constructivist Grounded Theory Approach

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: With the growing interest in the expertise approach to high performance, its application in surgery remains underexplored. This study uses a constructivist grounded theory design and intensive interviews to examine the development of professional excellence and cognitive productivity among six renowned surgeons. It traces their trajectories from early life to global recognition. The analysis generated the “Description of the Dynamics of Professional Excellence Formation in Surgical Medicine,” highlighting the crucial role of personal and physical abilities, psychological adaptability, and resilience in overcoming challenges. These elements, shaped by evolving contexts and complex interactions, foster continuous development, innovation, and leadership. The findings reveal that global innovation represents the peak of cognitive productivity, while exceptional leadership marks the height of professional excellence. Participants engaged in dynamic processes integrating both. The study provides valuable insights into cultivating excellence in surgery, emphasizing sustained growth, ethical commitment, and effective problem-solving to achieve a lasting global impact.

Source: Gifted Child Quarterly

DOI: 10.1177/00169862251394275

Authors: Malak Abdulaziz Alabdullatif, Abdullah Mohammed Aljughaiman, Sarah Khaled Alfawzan

Institution: King Faisal University

Language: English

Topic: Education, Achievement, and Giftedness

Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

Funder: King Faisal University