Staff: our most valuable asset

Abstract

Pandemic impact on stuff, space and researchThe pandemic has had a profound impact on the UK economy, and known estimated lifetime central

How should anaesthetic skills best be deployed for quality, safety and efficiency of care?

“…As the world tries to recover from the surgical backlogs caused by the COVID‐19 pandemic, the focus on the anaesthetic workforce has never been more acute [1]. There is a workforce shortage, which predates the pandemic, with an estimated shortfall of 1400 anaesthetists [2].…”

Prehabilitation and preparation for surgery: has the digital revolution arrived?

“…This situation has effectively created a generation of patients waiting longer for treatment, with reduced pre‐operative support driving increased levels of patient anxiety and reduced ‘preparedness’ for surgery. Given the major continued burden on front‐line NHS staff [5], a co‐ordinated national response comprising innovative solutions is required to address this problem.…”