
Why Generalists Succeed: David Epstein
Wisdom From The Top with Guy Raz
The advantage and risk of specialization in surgery
Specialized surgeons have an advantage due to their expertise, but they are more likely to perform procedures unnecessarily, leading to potential complications. This phenomenon, known as the ein-stellung effect, describes the tendency for individuals to repetitively use the same solution even when it's not the most appropriate.
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