EP488 - Improving understanding on the care of post-op Whipple’s patients amongst FY1 doctors

Abstract Aims Improve understanding of Whipple’s procedure and post-op care for these patients amongst FY1 doctors. Promote teamwork and increase awareness amongst FY1 doctors regarding the roles and responsibilities of different members of the multidisciplinary team. Methods A teaching session was delivered to the ward FY1 doctors using PowerPoint presentation. The session was livered by a surgical core trainee, a HPB nurse specialist and a dietician. A pre- and post-teaching questionnaire was used to evaluate the session. Two cycles of this project were completed. Results During the first cycle, 86% of FY1’s surveyed reports they can manage basics when it comes to looking after post-op Whipple’s patients but unsure, 14% said they’re somewhat confident but can be improved. All of those surveyed agrees that regular HPB/general surgery teaching for FY1’s would be beneficial. During the second cycle which took place earlier during the FY1’s rotation, similar results were obtained. 83% of those responded felt not confident at all regarding the management of post-op Whipple’s patients. All those attended the session in both cohorts found the session very useful. There was also a marked increase in confidence level after the session with more than 80% feeling confident with most aspects of management. FY1’s also found it helpful to speak to other members of the MDT. Conclusions This QIP achieved the intended objectives. Positive feedback was received from all those involved. Future session should be delivered regularly to include more detailed knowledge on the topic and other members of the MDT.