Current status and needs for changes in critical care training: the voice of the young cardiologists

Abstract Aims The implementation of the 2013 European Society Cardiology (ESC) Core Curriculum guidelines for acute cardiovascular care (acc) training among countries is unknown. We aimed to evaluate current status acc cardiology trainees and young cardiologists (<40 years) from ESC countries. Methods results survey (March–July 2019) asked about details training, self-confidence in technical non-technical skills, access opportunities, needs further field. Overall 614 doctors, 31 (26–43) years old, 55% males were surveyed. Place duration differed between centres same country. Although majority respondents (91%) had completed their average perform invasive procedures manage clinical scenarios was low—44% (27.3–70.4). opportunities simulation-based learning scarce—18% (5.8–51.3), as it previous leadership (32%) knowledge key teamwork principles poor (48%). need high—81% (61.9–94.3). Male gender, higher level centres, professional qualifications respondents, longer acc/intensive debriefings, well related all investigated aspects. Conclusions program burdened by deficits technical/non-technical substantial variability programs across countries, a clear gender-related disparity outcomes. forthcoming General expected address these deficiencies.