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The impact of a segregated team roster on obstetric and gynecology services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in a tertiary care center in India.
Mahey, Reeta; Sharma, Aparna; Kumari, Archana; Kachhawa, Garima; Gupta, Monica; Meena, Jyoti; Bhatla, Neerja.
  • Mahey R; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, AIIMS, New Delhi, India.
  • Sharma A; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, AIIMS, New Delhi, India.
  • Kumari A; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, AIIMS, New Delhi, India.
  • Kachhawa G; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, AIIMS, New Delhi, India.
  • Gupta M; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, AIIMS, New Delhi, India.
  • Meena J; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, AIIMS, New Delhi, India.
  • Bhatla N; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, AIIMS, New Delhi, India.
Int J Gynaecol Obstet ; 151(3): 341-346, 2020 Dec.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-813312
ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE:

To determine the impact of roster reorganization on ensuring uninterrupted services while providing necessary relief to healthcare workers (HCW) in the obstetrics department of a tertiary care center amid the COVID-19 outbreak.

METHODS:

The COVID-19 rostering response began in April 2020 and evolved in two phases (1) development of new areas for screening and managing suspected/positive cases of COVID-19; and (2) team segregation according to area of work. The impact of these changes on HCWs and patients was assessed 3 months later.

RESULTS:

Developing separate areas helped to minimize the risk of exposure of patients and HCWs to those with COVID-19. Residents and consultants worked intensively in clinical areas for 1 week followed by 1-2 weeks of non-clinical or standby assignments, providing adequate opportunity for isolation. Frequent re-evaluation of the roster was nevertheless required as the pandemic progressed. Segregating teams vertically significantly reduced the number of contacts identified on contact tracing and quarantine leaves, while maintaining patient satisfaction with no increase in adverse events. Residents found the roster to be "smart" and "pandemic-appropriate."

CONCLUSION:

The "COVID emergency roster" helped ensure quality care with minimum risk of exposure and sufficient breaks for physical and psychological recovery of HCWs.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: Personnel Staffing and Scheduling / Hospitals, Isolation / COVID-19 Type of study: Diagnostic study / Experimental Studies / Observational study / Prognostic study Limits: Adult / Female / Humans / Male / Pregnancy / Young adult Country/Region as subject: Asia Language: English Journal: Int J Gynaecol Obstet Year: 2020 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: Ijgo.13408

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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: Personnel Staffing and Scheduling / Hospitals, Isolation / COVID-19 Type of study: Diagnostic study / Experimental Studies / Observational study / Prognostic study Limits: Adult / Female / Humans / Male / Pregnancy / Young adult Country/Region as subject: Asia Language: English Journal: Int J Gynaecol Obstet Year: 2020 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: Ijgo.13408