Hopium in a CT Surgical Future

It’s my understanding that CT surgery programs are all brutal in their own right, especially fresh out of school. The workload, learning curve, and strong personalities are hurdles I’ve seen discussed here.

I’m wondering if anyone has seen any signs of shift in the culture since newer generations have been filtering into CTS over the years. This includes residents, surgeons, APPs.

Obviously surgeons can still be particular, and CT surgeons especially, but I’m curious if the stereotypes will hold strong in about five years time. All I have is ICU experience, which hasn’t granted much OR time at all.

Am I coping? Fantasizing about a supportive environment that will never exist?

Please tell me what I’m missing.