Episode 3. Orthopaedic Training in a COVID Climate

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In this episode of the BJ360 October podcast, hosted by orthopedic trauma consultant Sarah Gill, listeners are treated to an enlightening round table discussion focusing on the impact of COVID-19 on orthopedic training. Sarah is joined by Tom Harding, an SD5 in the East of Scotland rotation and Scottish BOTA rep, and James Tomlinson, a consultant spinal surgeon and TPD in Yorkshire. The speakers highlight the challenges trainees have faced due to disruptions in usual training practices, including redeployment and loss of access to vital theater experiences. Emphasis is placed on the anxiety experienced by trainees at all levels and the disparities in training opportunities across different regions. Tom shares insights into the proactive changes implemented in his unit to enhance training access, illustrating the importance of collaboration and innovative thinking within surgical training. The conversation also touches on the potential advantages of virtual teaching formats adopted during the pandemic and the importance of centralized academic collaborations among trainees. This episode serves as a call to action for trainers to adapt and ensure that the valuable learning opportunities are maximized amid ongoing challenges.

DOI: 10.1302/3114-210585

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