Outcomes
The study evaluated six Likert scale outcomes related to resident mental
health and training. Perceived severity of anxiety was evaluated using
the following statements “I have increased anxiety at work due to the
COVID-19 pandemic” and “I am more anxious outside of work due to the
COVID-19 pandemic.” Similar statements were used for perceived severity
of depression: “I feel a sense of depression at work due to the
COVID-19 pandemic.” and “I feel a sense of depression outside of work
due to the COVID-19 pandemic.” Declination of redeployment was measured
with as follows: “I would decline redeployment to a COVID-19 service if
given the option.” Concern of operative autonomy was measured as
follows: “I am concerned about my ability to operate independently as
an attending urologist due to interruptions in training secondary to the
COVID-19 pandemic.”