A plastic surgery service response to COVID-19 in one of the largest teaching hospitals in Europe
- Authors
- Type
- Published Article
- Journal
- Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
- Publisher
- British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Ltd.
- Publication Date
- Apr 21, 2020
- Volume
- 73
- Issue
- 6
- Pages
- 1174–1205
- Identifiers
- DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2020.03.027
- PMID: 32359857
- PMCID: PMC7195076
- Source
- PubMed Central
- Keywords
- License
- Unknown
Abstract
COVID-19 is presenting a colossal challenge to frontline NHS staff. This paper highlights how plastic surgery teams can use their diverse skills and resources in times of crisis. Through effective strategy and leadership we present how we are adapting as a department to serve our plastic surgery patients, other hospital teams and the Trust.