Table 5 Consultant gynaecologists' opinions on potential barriers to surgical training
| Â | Yes definitely/Yes | Unsure | No/Definitely not |
|---|---|---|---|
Lack of continuity with same trainee | 60 (90.0) | 1 (1.5) | 5 (7.5) |
Lack of theatre time to allow training | 55 (83.3) | 2 (3.0) | 9 (13.6) |
Cases too complex to allow training | 38 (57.6) | 4 (6.1) | 24 (36.3) |
Operating with a consultant colleague | 1 (11.0) | 7 (10.9) | 50 (78.2) |
Lack of enthusiasm/inclination by trainee to learn | 10 (15.4) | 16 (24.6) | 39 (60.0) |
Trainees lacking basic surgical skills | 30 (45.5) | 14 (21.2) | 22 (33.3) |
Lack of interest by consultants to teach | 9 (14.3) | 8 (12.7) | 46 (73.0) |
Lack of confidence by consultants to teach | 12 (18.5) | 12 (18.5) | 41 (63.1) |