The Impact of COVID-19 on the Training of Anesthesiologists in Hong Kong: Overcoming the Challenge
Objectives This study aimed to investigate the impact of COVID-19 on the training of anesthesiologists in Hong Kong. Introduction COVID-19 has caused a substantial impact on anesthesiology training in multiple domains. The challenges faced by both trainees and educators remain a significant concern...
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| description | Objectives This study aimed to investigate the impact of COVID-19 on the training of anesthesiologists in Hong Kong. Introduction COVID-19 has caused a substantial impact on anesthesiology training in multiple domains. The challenges faced by both trainees and educators remain a significant concern and adaptations in clinical teaching are warranted. We conducted this study to quantify the impact and identify learning areas in recurring pandemics. Methods Electronic surveys were distributed to anesthesiology trainees and fellows in Hospital Authority in Hong Kong. Data from respondents were collated and analyzed. Reliability analysis and exploratory factor analysis (EFA) were performed. Results A total of 97 responses were collected and analyzed. Majority (59% of trainees and 79% of fellows) agreed that the COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted anesthesia training overall. Bag-mask ventilation and direct laryngoscopy were the 2 most affected areas in airway training; 47% of fellows observed a technical skill decline among trainees. Most respondents (64% of trainees and 71% of fellows) agreed that simulation sessions could help with residents’ training. Exploratory factor analysis indicated the following subscales: loss of educational opportunities, loss of caseload and formal training, loss of technical skills (regional and procedural), loss of technical skills (airway management), the hampering of ICU rotations, and difficulty teaching residents. Conclusion The COVID-19 pandemic has caused disruptions in caseload, technical skills training, work-based assessment, and continued medical education, hampering both trainees’ and fellows’ education. Measures to counter the effect of the pandemic were discussed. Our findings will help educators better understand the challenges, marshal resources, and plan to enhance trainees’ educational experience. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-fd20a0ab46ed41bd812cded9bf7df7e12023-11-21T08:33:23ZengSAGE PublishingJournal of Medical Education and Curricular Development2382-12052023-11-011010.1177/23821205231216264The Impact of COVID-19 on the Training of Anesthesiologists in Hong Kong: Overcoming the ChallengeKevin Kai Wai Chan0Timothy Xianyi Yang1Albert Kam Ming Chan2 Department of Anaesthesiology & Operating Theatre Services, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Hong Kong Department of Anaesthesiology & Operating Theatre Services, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Hong Kong , Hong KongObjectives This study aimed to investigate the impact of COVID-19 on the training of anesthesiologists in Hong Kong. Introduction COVID-19 has caused a substantial impact on anesthesiology training in multiple domains. The challenges faced by both trainees and educators remain a significant concern and adaptations in clinical teaching are warranted. We conducted this study to quantify the impact and identify learning areas in recurring pandemics. Methods Electronic surveys were distributed to anesthesiology trainees and fellows in Hospital Authority in Hong Kong. Data from respondents were collated and analyzed. Reliability analysis and exploratory factor analysis (EFA) were performed. Results A total of 97 responses were collected and analyzed. Majority (59% of trainees and 79% of fellows) agreed that the COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted anesthesia training overall. Bag-mask ventilation and direct laryngoscopy were the 2 most affected areas in airway training; 47% of fellows observed a technical skill decline among trainees. Most respondents (64% of trainees and 71% of fellows) agreed that simulation sessions could help with residents’ training. Exploratory factor analysis indicated the following subscales: loss of educational opportunities, loss of caseload and formal training, loss of technical skills (regional and procedural), loss of technical skills (airway management), the hampering of ICU rotations, and difficulty teaching residents. Conclusion The COVID-19 pandemic has caused disruptions in caseload, technical skills training, work-based assessment, and continued medical education, hampering both trainees’ and fellows’ education. Measures to counter the effect of the pandemic were discussed. Our findings will help educators better understand the challenges, marshal resources, and plan to enhance trainees’ educational experience.https://doi.org/10.1177/23821205231216264 |
| spellingShingle | Kevin Kai Wai Chan Timothy Xianyi Yang Albert Kam Ming Chan The Impact of COVID-19 on the Training of Anesthesiologists in Hong Kong: Overcoming the Challenge Journal of Medical Education and Curricular Development |
| title | The Impact of COVID-19 on the Training of Anesthesiologists in Hong Kong: Overcoming the Challenge |
| title_full | The Impact of COVID-19 on the Training of Anesthesiologists in Hong Kong: Overcoming the Challenge |
| title_fullStr | The Impact of COVID-19 on the Training of Anesthesiologists in Hong Kong: Overcoming the Challenge |
| title_full_unstemmed | The Impact of COVID-19 on the Training of Anesthesiologists in Hong Kong: Overcoming the Challenge |
| title_short | The Impact of COVID-19 on the Training of Anesthesiologists in Hong Kong: Overcoming the Challenge |
| title_sort | impact of covid 19 on the training of anesthesiologists in hong kong overcoming the challenge |
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