Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on specialty training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Hong Kong: what is the future prospect?

Janice Tsz Ching LEUNG, Yan Yu LI,Choi Wah KONG,William Wing Kee TO

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Abstract Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic in the past few years have led to major adjustments in the provision of healthcare. This study aimed to investigate the impact of the pandemic on specialty training in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (O&G) in Hong Kong. Methods A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was performed on all the O&G trainees and the young fellows of the Hong Kong College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (HKCOG). The questionnaires included 5 parts: demographic data, impact on clinical activities, redeployment, educational activities and career progression. Results A total of 104 questionnaires (92.9%) were received for final analysis. The majority of the participants had reductions in elective and emergency operations, as well as exposure to in-patient admissions and out-patient clinics in both obstetrics and gynaecology. The reduction was most significant in elective gynaecology operations. One-third (34.6%) of the participants had been redeployed to other departments, and educational activities were reduced during the pandemic. Around 58% of the trainees were concerned with the reduction in clinical exposure, and 78% worried they would not be able to log sufficient number of surgical procedures. Basic trainees were significantly more worried than higher trainees. Around half of the trainees had doubts or regrets about choosing to undergo O&G specialty training. Conclusion The COVID-19 pandemic had significant negative impacts on O&G training in Hong Kong. Many trainees were worried they would not be able to attain the required level of competence when they complete their specialist training.
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