Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on surgical trainee education and well-being spring 2020-winter 2020: A path forward - 10/02/22
Abstract |
Background |
The time course and longitudinal impact of the COVID -19 pandemic on surgical education(SE) and learner well-being (LWB)is unknown.
Material and methods |
Check-in surveys were distributed to Surgery Program Directors and Department Chairs, including general surgery and surgical specialties, in the summer and winter of 2020 and compared to a survey from spring 2020. Statistical associations for items with self-reported ACGME Stage and the survey period were assessed using categorical analysis.
Results |
Stage 3 institutions were reported in spring (30%), summer (4%) [p < 0.0001] and increased in the winter (18%). Severe disruption (SD) was stage dependent (Stage 3; 45% (83/184) vs. Stages 1 and 2; 26% (206/801)[p < 0.0001]). This lessened in the winter (23%) vs. spring (32%) p = 0.02. LWB severe disruption was similar in spring 27%, summer 22%, winter 25% and was associated with Stage 3.
Conclusions |
Steps taken during the pandemic reduced SD but did not improve LWB. Systemic efforts are needed to protect learners and combat isolation pervasive in a pandemic.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Highlights |
• | ACGME Emergency Declaration (Stage 3) was associated with disruption of surgical education and learner well-being. |
• | The number of ACGME Stage 3 institutions decreased over time in the face of increased COVID-19 infections. |
• | The frequency of severe disruption of surgical education decreased in Winter 2020. |
• | The frequency of severe disruption on trainee well-being did not improve throughout the study. |
• | The provision of PPE alone was not sufficient to prevent disruption of trainee wellness. |
Keywords : COVID-19 pandemic, ACGME emergency declaration, Surgical educational programs, Learner well-being, Learner wellness
Plan
Vol 223 - N° 2
P. 395-403 - février 2022 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.