Sherene Shalhub, Nicolas J Mouawad, Rafael D Malgor, Adam P Johnson, Max V Wohlauer, Sheila M Coogan, Katherine A Loveland, Robert F Cuff, Claudia Leonardi, Dawn M Coleman, Malachi G Sheahan, Karen Woo
BACKGROUND: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has led to unprecedented challenges for health care systems globally. We designed and administered a global survey to examine the effects of COVID-19 on vascular surgeons and explore the COVID-19-related stressors faced, coping strategies used, and support structures available. METHODS: The Pandemic Practice, Anxiety, Coping, and Support Survey for Vascular Surgeons was an anonymous cross-sectional survey sponsored by the Society for Vascular Surgery Wellness Task Force...
August 31, 2020: Journal of Vascular Surgery