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Impact of COVID-19 on Global Surgery: Challenges and Opportunities

Dillan F Villavisanis1,2, Sara N Kiani1, Peter J Taub1,2

  • 1From the Department of Surgery, Mount Sinai Health System, New York, NY.

Annals of Surgery Open : Perspectives of Surgical History, Education, and Clinical Approaches
|August 28, 2023
PubMed

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The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic significantly impacted global surgery, creating new challenges and opportunities. This article explores the evolving landscape for patients and providers in the post-pandemic era.

Area of Science:

  • Global Surgery
  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic created unprecedented disruptions.
  • Global surgery initiatives faced significant obstacles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global surgery.
  • To discuss future challenges and opportunities in the field.

Main Methods:

  • Perspective article.
  • Analysis of pandemic-related changes.
  • Discussion of future trends.

Main Results:

  • Significant challenges were identified in global surgery delivery.
  • Adaptations in surgical practice were necessitated.

Conclusions:

  • The pandemic reshaped global surgery, necessitating strategic adjustments.
  • Anticipated opportunities and challenges exist for patients and providers in the peri- and post-pandemic era.
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