Table 3 Summary of the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on residency training
From: What is the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on residency training: a systematic review and analysis
Theme | Number of included original articles mentioned (N) |
|---|---|
Decreased clinical experience and reduced case volume | 51 (96.23%) |
Working hours and burnout: may increase or decrease | 33 (62.26%) |
Educational activity: may increase or decrease (lectures and case discussions) | 28 (52.83%) |
COVID-19-related problems: inadequate personal protective equipment, quarantine policies | 18 (33.96%) |
Redeployment to manage the COVID-19 pandemic | 14 (26.41%) |
Failure to meet training requirements | 12 (22.64%) |
Anxiety regarding board exams and career | 7 (13.21%) |
Decreased quality of life and worse mental health | 6 (11.32%) |