Appraising and finding the right practice model in vascular surgery for a first or subsequent position

Becoming a vascular surgeon is a long and well-defined process that results in the formation of a capable and competent surgeon that cares for patients with vascular disease in different practice settings. However, the process to find that first job or when considering a job change is not formally discussed. The aim of this paper is to provide the surgeon with a comprehensive framework to help define the ideal position, know what factors to assess, and how to go through the process from application to contract negotiation, to starting the job. Finally, if the surgeon is considering a change, this same framework can be applied, and additional considerations are also discussed.