Impact of the SARS-COV-2 pandemic in training in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery

Authors

  • Liliana Carvalho Hospital Prof. Doutor Fernando Fonseca, Amadora, Lisboa, Portugal
  • João Órfão Hospital Prof. Doutor Fernando Fonseca, Amadora, Lisboa, Portugal
  • Joselina Antunes Hospital Prof. Doutor Fernando Fonseca, Amadora, Lisboa, Portugal
  • Leonel Barbosa Hospital Prof. Doutor Fernando Fonseca, Amadora, Lisboa, Portugal
  • Filipe Freire Hospital Prof. Doutor Fernando Fonseca, Amadora, Lisboa, Portugal

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.34631/sporl.963

Keywords:

SARS-COV-2 Infections, COVID-19, Internship and Residency Training, Otolaryngology, Pandemics, Portugal

Abstract

Objective: The pandemic caused by the SARS-COV-2 virus has reshaped the hospital dynamics, which was particularly evident in specialties with surgical activity. This study aims to describe the impact of one year of pandemic in training in Otolaryngology residents in Portugal.

Methods: Analysis of 31 surveys answered by Otolaryngology residents in Portugal.

Results: Most (80,6%) reported extra activity related with the pandemic. Surgical activity was reduced to less than half for at least two months in all groups. In relation to non-compulsory traineeships in national territory, 25,8% were postponed or canceled, and this happened to 32,3% of the international traineeships. Lack of motivation for study and scientific production was mentioned by 61,3%. There was statistically significant difference in total suspension of activities and regional section. Extension of training was considered beneficial by 74,2%.

Conclusion: The pandemic had different impact in different training centers. Still, most residents consider pertinent the extension of the training. Studies like this highlight the need to rethink training in the pandemic context in specialties like Otolaryngology.

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Published

2022-06-07

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Carvalho, L., Órfão, J., Antunes, J., Barbosa, L., & Freire, F. (2022). Impact of the SARS-COV-2 pandemic in training in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery. Portuguese Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, 60(2), 139–150. https://doi.org/10.34631/sporl.963

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Vol. 60 No. 2 (2022): June

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