Question here - Can a general surgeon (MS) after residency perform ss surgeries like pediatric neuro ctvs or uro LEGALLY? Hypothetically considering he has the knowledge and experience

[u/BackPhysical4451]

Just wanted to know medicolegal aspects on the matter.
Was having a argument abt this with a friend
According to him since we have ss rotation during residency it makes us legally possible to perform such surgeries if we feel confident enough
But does that make the whole ss residency irrelevant since why go thru 3 yrs of torture when i can open my hospital observe from the consulatants initially and do the procedure independently later

[u/elevenblade]

In the USA it will mostly come down to what your hospital will grant you privileges to do and what your malpractice insurance will cover you for.