Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on pathology training: a survey among Spanish residents

Article Cell Biology

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic and the Associated Belgian Governmental Measures on Cancer Screening, Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology

Marie-Caroline de Pelsemaeker et al.

Summary: This study examined the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cancer screening, revealing that various medical areas were affected, with the largest impact seen in cancer screening. Health care professionals are advised to ensure that consultations related to cancer screening are postponed rather than cancelled.

PATHOBIOLOGY (2021)

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Editorial Material Medical Laboratory Technology

From Glass-Time to Screen-Time A Pathology Resident's Experience With Digital Sign-Out During the Coronavirus 2019 Pandemic

Rachel T. Scarl et al.

ARCHIVES OF PATHOLOGY & LABORATORY MEDICINE (2021)

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Article Education & Educational Research

Risk factors associated with physician trainee concern over missed educational opportunities during the COVID-19 pandemic

Sunny S. Lou et al.

Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted physician trainee education, leading to concerns over missed educational opportunities among some trainees, especially those involved in education and research, as well as trainees in pathology or radiology. Trainees with greater concern over missed opportunities are more likely to experience burnout.

BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION (2021)

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Article Oncology

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the care of cancer patients in Spain

M. Amador et al.

Summary: This study focused on the impact of COVID-19 on cancer patients in Spanish hospitals during the first wave of the pandemic, revealing a 20.8% decrease in newly diagnosed patients. Measures need to be taken to prioritize cancer management in times of healthcare emergencies.

ESMO OPEN (2021)

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Article Pathology

Overcoming Educational Challenges and Impact of COVID-19 in a Pathology Residency Program

Andres E. Mindiola Romero et al.

Summary: Our 4-year combined anatomic pathology and clinical pathology program in New Hampshire underwent changes during the COVID-19 pandemic, utilizing digital pathology and teleconferencing platforms for education and communication. Implementing exposure mitigation and employee screening strategies at the beginning of the pandemic, the program supported clinical needs while maintaining social distancing. The impact of COVID-19 on pathology residency programs remains unknown, but new communication technologies played a vital role in reducing disease spread and maintaining education.

ACADEMIC PATHOLOGY (2021)

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Review Oncology