Do we need a co-pilot in the operating theatre? A cross-sectional study on surgeons' perceptions.

Journal: Scottish medical journal
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Abstract

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this original study was to investigate general surgeons' perceptions on the role of dual surgeon operating for high-risk, elective complex surgical procedures.

Authors

  • Priyal Taribagil
    Honorary Research Fellow, University College London, London, UK.
  • Timing Liu
    NIHR Biomedical Research Centre Fellow, University College London, London, UK.
  • Vish Bhattacharya
    Consultant General and Vascular Surgeon, Queen Elizabeth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Gateshead, UK.
  • Sanjay Taribagil
    Consultant General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon, Queen Elizabeth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Gateshead, UK.