- Podcast
- 12/05/2020
- UK
COVID-19: The 'New Normal' and How to Get There: The Research Perspective
Description
The podcast episode features a discussion led by Andrew Duckworth with Professor Matt Costa, focusing on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the orthopedic and trauma community. They delve into the challenges faced in healthcare delivery, such as hospital capacity, patient safety, and the resumption of research activities that had been halted due to the pandemic.
The conversation reflects on the evolving landscape of trauma care, noting a decline in certain injuries like sports-related traumas, while fragility fractures remain a significant concern. Costa shares insights about ongoing research efforts, highlighting the impressive mobilization of clinical staff to support COVID-related studies in the UK. Despite the challenges, there are indications of a return to normality, with discussions around new protocols for conducting research and patient follow-up.
The episode also addresses the potential 'rebound' in trauma cases as lockdowns ease, emphasizing the need for coordinated approaches in prioritizing care for patients waiting for elective surgeries. Throughout the dialogue, both speakers express optimism for the future of research and patient care in trauma and orthopedics, recognizing the necessity of adapting to a new normal while ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and healthcare workers.