Disaster Management Among Pediatric Surgeons: Preparedness, Training and Involvement

• 2008

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• Nikunj Chokshi; Solomon Behar; Alan Nager; Fred Dorey; Jeffrey Upperman
PMID: 18450274

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The article discusses the need for effective disaster response systems in light of recent mass casualty events globally. It focuses on the role of pediatric surgeons as first receivers in disaster situations. A survey of American Pediatric Surgical Association members in 2007 revealed that while most respondents felt responsible for helping during disasters, only a minority felt adequately prepared. The study found that experiential factors such as disaster experience and leadership roles significantly influenced preparedness and willingness to respond. The article emphasizes the importance of targeted training and planning to enhance the readiness of healthcare workers, including pediatric surgeons, in disaster response.

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Focus Area: Violence

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Aged; Attitude of Health Personnel; Disaster Planning; Inservice Training; Leadership; Logistic Models; Pediatrics; Physician's Role; Specialties, Surgical; United States; Middle Aged; Health Care Surveys; Surgeons; Mass Casualty Incidents; Emergency Responders

Institutions: Children's Hospital Los Angeles

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