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Stress management training for surgeons-a randomized, controlled, intervention study.

Cordula M Wetzel1, Akram George, George B Hanna

  • 1Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College, UK.

Annals of Surgery
|January 7, 2011
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This study shows a new stress management program improved surgeons' coping skills and teamwork during simulated surgery. The intervention reduced stress and enhanced nontechnical skills, leading to better surgical performance.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Education
  • Medical Psychology
  • Performance Psychology

Background:

  • Surgical performance is significantly influenced by stress and coping mechanisms.
  • Effective stress management is crucial for maintaining high standards in surgical practice.
  • A novel intervention was developed to address stress in surgeons.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a novel stress management intervention for surgeons.
  • To assess the impact of the intervention on surgical performance and stress levels.
  • To explore surgeons' perceptions of the stress management training.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized control group design with 16 surgeons.
  • Intervention included coping strategies, mental rehearsal, and relaxation techniques.
  • Performance assessed via technical skill, teamwork, and end-product ratings; stress measured by anxiety inventory, observer ratings, heart rate variability (HRV), and cortisol.

Main Results:

  • The intervention group demonstrated improved observational teamwork assessment for surgery and increased coping skills.
  • Significant reductions in stress were observed in the intervention group, indicated by improved heart rate variability.
  • Qualitative data revealed enhanced technical skills, decision-making, and confidence among surgeons in the intervention group.

Conclusions:

  • The stress management intervention positively impacted surgeons' coping abilities and stress levels during simulated surgery.
  • The training enhanced nontechnical skills crucial for effective surgical performance.
  • The findings support the integration of stress management techniques into surgical training.