Comparison of respondents’ demographics and practice characteristics between 2007 and 2012
| Characteristic | 2007 survey | 2012 survey | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age, mean ± SD yr | 45.1 ± 10.6 | 43.7 ± 10 | 0.20 |
| Male sex, no. (%) | 141 (70.8) | 106 (70.7) | 0.97 |
| Fellowship training, no. (%) | 74 (31.1) | 46 (30.7) | 0.93 |
| Surgical experience, mean ± SD yr | 14.8 ± 10.7 | 13.5 ± 9.6 | 0.24 |
| Community practice, no. (%) | 114 (48.1) | 85 (55.6) | 0.15 |
| Population, no. (%) | |||
| < 50 000 | 54 (22.9) | 26 (17.1) | 0.17 |
| 50 000–500 000 | 108 (45.7) | 88 (57.9) | 0.02 |
| > 500 000 individuals | 74 (31.4) | 38 (25) | 0.18 |
| Weekly operating time, mean ± SD d | 1.4 ± 1.5 | 1.6 ± 1.3 | 0.32 |
| Waiting time for malignant disease, mean ± SD wk | 3.2 ± 2.0 | 3.7 ± 3.3 | 0.10 |
| Waiting time for benign disease, mean ± SD wk | 18 ± 31.2 | 17.3 ± 23.3 | 0.84 |
SD = standard deviation.