How well surgeons are aware of risks associated with routine diagnostic imaging?

Abstract

s / International Journal of Surgery 23 (2015) S15eS134 S104 concise review of current assessment, diagnosis and management of each disease. Conclusion: The Gordon Museum and similar collections present unique opportunities to learn about fundamental surgical disease. We hope that the study presented here offers a novel insight into the wealth of educational material available. 0747: HOW WELL SURGEONS ARE AWARE OF RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH ROUTINE DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING? R. Hafeez , A. Ahad , N. Obeid , F. Smedley . King’s college Hospital, UK; Darent valley Hospital, UK; 3 Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust, UK Aim: To assess the level of awareness among surgeons of the nature and risks associated with routine diagnostic imaging. Methods: 114 clinicians from different surgical specialties were asked to fill a questionnaire which include total 32 questions about nature of radiations used in routine imaging, effective radiation dose, natural background radiation exposure, dose of single chest X-ray, estimated dose of other radiological investigation in comparisons to CXR, common side effects and organs aff5cted by the exposure. Participants were also asked to select the level of cancer risk association among different age groups and whether they consider alternative investigations. Results: 54(47.37%) participants have misunderstanding that routine radiological imaging involve non ionizing radiations. 47 (41.2%) knew correct effective radiation dose unit (mSv) while just 30% were aware of natural background radiation exposure. 73% overestimated the dose of CXR but 42% underestimated the cancer risk associated with CT abdomen. Although only 27% identified common side effects and organs aff5cted by exposure however majority (80%) do consider patient’s age and alternative investigations before requesting one. Conclusion: Surgeons need to be educated about the linear relation between radiation exposure and cancer development in order to minimize unnecessary exposure of patients. 0752: DEVELOPING THE LEADERSHIP SKILLS OF JUNIOR SURGICAL TRAINEES THROUGH A HANDS ON APPROACH A.A. Abdullah, J.M. Norris, N. Noor, L. Thorley. Bedford Hospital, UK Aim: The expanding role of doctors continues to evolve within the healthcare setting, in particular the need for leadership and managerial (L&M) skills. This case series provides a platform for junior doctors to develop their L&M skills through running structured courses Methods: A surgical course is designed based on a tested infrastructure to meet the needs of junior doctors, following an audit. The course is carried out with the support of previous course directors (CD). Effectiveness of the course and it's delivery are ascertained through a reaudit process. Participants are then encouraged to repeat the course using the same infrastructure with the help of their CD, ensuring the cycle continues. The CD are evaluated using a questionnaire and subsequent projects they run. Results: 3 CD in 3 different trusts ran 3 courses with 50 participants. A reaudit showed 100% of participants had benefitted from the course with 60% implementing their new skills in a clinical context. 67% of the CD have since lead other projects. 100% of the CD had learnt new skills, gained confidence from the process and would recommend it to others. Conclusion: This process offers junior doctors hands-on experience in developing L&M skills under supervision and support 0754: SIMULATION OF TENDON REPAIR USING MICROFOAM TAPE A. Elfaki, N. Abreo, M. Wilmot, S. Murphy, P. Gillespie. Addenbrookes