Table 1 Categories of surgical training facilities in Switzerland according to the SIWF
Category | Duration | Minimum procedures/year | Â | Â | Â | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Max. training time | At institution | Performed by residents | Â | Â | Â | |
A incl. University A(U) | 4 years |  > 2700 |  > 1500 | - criteria from B1/2 & B3 - habilitated head of department - tertiary care trauma unit incl. shock room - research activity | ||
B3 | 3 years |  > 2000 |  > 1000 | - criteria from B1/2 - accredited intensive care unit - 24/7 surgical emergency department | ||
B2 | 2 years |  > 1200 |  > 500 | - primary and secondary surgical care - basis care emergency department - outpatient care - at least 4 h/week of structured education | ||
B1 | 1 year |  > 800 |  > 300 | |||