Background Restructuring secondary care provision for COVID-19 raised the possibility of redeployment of senior physicians. Increasing specialization meant that redeployment of non-acute or non-medical consultants to support the medical take was a source of anxiety. Objective We delivered focused refresher training for senior doctors. This study hoped to determine usefulness, feasibility and acceptability of delivering training in this new fashion. Methods Candidates undertook a half-day course of high-fidelity simulation, resuscitation, recognizing COVID-19, oxygen therapy, basic procedures, IT training, and PPE. The sessions were delivered by clinicians from across the medical and nursing hierarchy, with social distancing maintained throughout. All candidates were given an anonymous postcourse evaluation. Results We received 307/360 evaluation forms. 98.7% of candidates agreed (31.1%) or strongly agreed (67.5%) that the course was beneficial. Candidates commented that they felt more confident, and less anxious, about redeployment to manage COVID-19 patients.
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