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Effects of SARS-CoV-2 on the Practice of Otolaryngology.
- Source :
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Southern Medical Journal . Jun2021, Vol. 114 Issue 6, p327-333. 7p. - Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- <bold>Objectives: </bold>Otolaryngologists in Texas have been greatly affected by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Executive orders and professional recommendations have changed the way otolaryngologists practice. The objective of the study was to determine the effect of COVID-19 on otolaryngologists in the state of Texas.<bold>Methods: </bold>We surveyed the Texas Association of Otolaryngology to evaluate burnout, research output, and ability to respond to the pandemic. We also looked at the effect of Texas governmental executive orders GA-09 and GA-15 on work hours and patient load.<bold>Results: </bold>Our survey showed no significant difference in personnel contracting COVID-19 with perception of adequate personal protective equipment (P = 0.203), population density (P = 0.445), or type of practice (P = 0.763). The phenomenon of "pandemic burnout" was prevalent, with prolonged uncertainty the primary contributing factor for burnout caused by the pandemic.<bold>Conclusions: </bold>The response to COVID-19 and the course of the pandemic are continuing to evolve and may play a significant role in how otolaryngologists practice and on their well-being during the pandemic. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00384348
- Volume :
- 114
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Southern Medical Journal
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 150588557
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.14423/SMJ.0000000000001263