AB178. SOH22ABS218. Standardization and implementation of virtual surgical handover

Abstract

Background: The fundamental aim of any handover is to achieve the efficient transfer of high-quality clinical information at times of transition of responsibility for patients. Studies have shown that poor handover can be associated with adverse patient events. Due to a change in work patterns, namely shift work, the need for clear, standardized, and safe handover is vital. We aimed to assess adaptation to a new virtual handover format, consisting of verbal and written handover presented daily by the post call registrar to the general surgery department.