The views of Foundation Year 1 doctors in anaesthesia: is this a valuable educational experience?

Anaesthetics and intensive care medicine as a foundation year doctor

“…Anaesthetic/ICM rotations can improve a foundation doctor’s proficiency in a range of clinical tasks, including acute pain management; recognition and resuscitation of sick patients; when and who to call for help and fluid management. 5…”

“…Anaesthetic/ICM rotations can improve a foundation doctor's proficiency in a range of clinical tasks, including acute pain management; recognition and resuscitation of sick patients; when and who to call for help and fluid management. 5 Under appropriate supervision, foundation doctors can develop technical skills in airway management, vascular access, lumbar puncture and nerve blocks, that may be useful on other rotations, and observe advanced procedures such as neuraxial blocks, chest drain insertion, and heart/lung ultrasound. Access to training in procedures helps foster interest and broaden understanding in the next generation of trainees.…”