SP9.16 An international consensus for mitigation of the detrimental effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on laparoscopic training

Abstract Aim Achieve an international consensus on how to recover lost training opportunities. Background A global survey conducted by our team revealed the factors perceived trainees as barriers and gave birth four-point framework of recovery. Their implementation, however, relies heavily active participation leadership trainers. Based results trainee survey, authors would like a addressed trainers this occasion, establish pragmatic step-by-step approach improve during after pandemic. Methods questionnaire was proposed; based expert semi-structured interviews. After validation, disseminated across globe. Results 208 surgeons replied (M:80.29%). Most were 35-44y.o. (71/208) worked in teaching hospitals (75.96%). The topics were: (1)causes impact, with lack theatre time (108/164) management pressures finish cases quickly (102/164) being identified, (2)availability guidelines, highlighting thereof (93/164) importance recovery specific guidelines (112/155) (3)impact COVID-19 trainer’s morale, 87/164 feeling demoralised (4)mentorship; mentorship should be provided (139/155) (5)curriculum changes; opportunities for each list (138/155), dedicated lists (120/155), pairing junior senior (130/155), individualised address different levels needs (134/155) (6)simulation training; integrated curriculum (127/155), targets (129/155) supervised. Conclusion This provides straightforward guide