Call for Maintainers: AnkiHub ABSITE Surgical Deck

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Are you passionate about surgical education and looking to contribute to an invaluable learning resource? We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as maintainers for the AnkiHub ABSITE Surgical Deck. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone with a genuine interest in collaborating and enhancing this essential study tool for surgical trainees.

Primary Goal:

To welcome and add anyone with a true interest in collaboration as maintainers.

Objectives:

Update Existing Content: Revise the current deck with the latest information from the current Fiser edition, ensuring all content is up-to-date and relevant.

Expand with New Sources: Add new cards from reputable sources, including True Learn, SCORE, ABSITE Quest, and other authoritative book sources, to broaden the scope of study materials available.

Focus on ABSITE Topics: Concentrate efforts on topics specifically covered by the ABSITE to ensure comprehensive preparation for the exam.

If you are interested in contributing and making a significant impact in the surgical education community, we encourage you to join us as a maintainer. Together, we can create a robust and invaluable resource for all surgical trainees preparing for the ABSITE. For more information and to express your interest, please reach out to us.

Join us in this collaborative effort and help shape the future of surgical education!

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Happy to help, let us know how best reach out @MD_Snow

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Yes I am interested in updating the anki deck

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Would love to be a part of the maintenance team!

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Currently using this deck and passionate about surgical edu. - would love to help improve this deck!

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To-Do List for Maintaining the AnkiHub ABSITE Surgical Deck:

  1. Recruit and Onboard Maintainers:

ā€¢ Identify individuals with a genuine interest in surgical education and collaboration.

ā€¢ Provide guidance on deck structure, tools, and objectives.

  1. Update Existing Deck:

ā€¢ Review and revise all current cards based on the latest Fiser edition.

ā€¢ Remove outdated or incorrect information.

  1. Add New Content:

ā€¢ Create new cards from reputable sources like True Learn, SCORE, ABSITE Quest, and relevant surgical textbooks.

ā€¢ Ensure all content aligns with ABSITE exam topics and objectives.

  1. Organize Content:

ā€¢ Categorize cards into relevant topics or systems for easy navigation using the Absite Topics Absite Topic Outline

ā€¢ Ensure tags and formatting are consistent across all cards.

  1. Peer Review and Quality Assurance:

ā€¢ Establish a process for reviewing newly added or updated cards.

ā€¢ Conduct periodic audits to ensure accuracy and clarity.

  1. Engage with the Community:

ā€¢ Encourage user feedback and suggestions for improving the deck.

ā€¢ Host discussions or collaborative sessions to address gaps and brainstorm improvements.

  1. Track Changes and Collaborations:

ā€¢ Maintain a changelog documenting updates and additions to the deck.

ā€¢ Use a version control system (if possible) to manage edits.

  1. Incorporate Feedback:

ā€¢ Regularly review feedback from users and adjust content accordingly.

ā€¢ Highlight common areas of difficulty or confusion in the deck.

  1. Ensure Relevance to ABSITE:

ā€¢ Focus content updates on high-yield topics covered in the ABSITE exam.

ā€¢ Cross-reference ABSITE exam blueprints or syllabi for completeness.

  1. Expand Resources:

ā€¢ Identify and include additional reputable resources and references.

ā€¢ Integrate multimedia or visual aids where beneficial.

  1. Promote Collaboration:

ā€¢ Create a welcoming environment for contributors.

ā€¢ Recognize and credit contributors for their efforts.

  1. Plan Regular Updates:

ā€¢ Schedule periodic reviews and updates to ensure the deck remains current.

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Iā€™m happy to help. Currently an M4 so might have some more time on hand to contribute.

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pgy1, happy to help within my limited time

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M4, interested in helping!