What would you do if there was a disagreement among colleagues or fellows as a trainee with our program?

"It would depend on the disagreement. If the disagreement was with another fellow in training, I would reach out to our attending physicians for their professional opinion. During my residency training, I approached every situation as a learning opportunity and would do the same in training here as a surgical critical care fellow. If I witnessed a disagreement among colleagues or support staff, I would do what was necessary to intervene and give my own professional opinion so an agreement could be reached. These are tough situations, but decisions must be made safely, soundly, and quickly in this setting."

In your answer, talk about your ability to be diplomatic and respectful when faced with a disagreement in the clinical setting while also knowing your place as a fellow in training. For a disagreement among fellows in training, it is always best to consult with the attending physician. Highlight your willingness to step in and help the disagreeing parties come to a resolution. If you have an example of a time you navigated a disagreement successfully during your prior training, now is a great time to mention that.