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.”