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Year: 2020  Vol. 24   Num. 3  - July/Sept - (4º)
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1714147
Section: Original Article
 
Novel Changes in Resident Education during a Pandemic: Strategies and Approaches to Maximize Residency Education and Safety
Author(s):
Jared Johnson, Michael T. Chung, Michael A. Carron, Eleanor Y. Chan, Ho-Sheng Lin, Jeffrey Hotaling
Key words:
COVID-19 - pandemic - resident education - strategies
Abstract:

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a reduction in surgical and clinical volume, which has altered the traditional training experience of the otolaryngology resident. Objective To describe the strategies we utilized to maximize resident education as well as ensure patient and staff safety during the pandemic. Methods We developed a system that emphasized three key elements. First and foremost, patient care remained the core priority. Next, clinical duties were restructured to avoid unnecessary exposure of residents. The third component was ensuring continuation of resident education and maximizing learning experiences. Results To implement these key elements, our residency divided up our five hospitals into three functional groups based on geographical location and clinical volume. Each team works for three days at their assigned location before being replaced by the next three-person team at our two busiest sites. Resident teams are kept completely separate from each other, so that they do not interact with those working at other sites. Conclusions Despite the daily challenges encountered as we navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic, our otolaryngology residency program has been able to establish a suitable balance between maintenance of resident safety and well-being without compromise to patient care.

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