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Background and Aims The Royal College Of Anaesthetists (RCOA) 2021 curriculum demands Anaesthetists in Training (AIT) be competent in Plan A blocks by completion of training (CCT). Regular practice and ultrasound workshops are pivotal for training in Regional Anaesthesia (RA). To enhance RA training accessibility, we propose initiating a mobile RA club focusing on Plan A blocks and sharing credible online RA resources. Our objective was to gauge awareness of Plan A blocks, preferred RA learning sources, and receptiveness to establishing local Sonoclubs in Northwest hospitals.
Methods A survey comprising 10 questions, including one open-ended query, was distributed to Northwest Anaesthetists, yielding 57 responses over 2 weeks.
Results Findings reveal over 78% familiarity with Plan A blocks, yet most possess limited experience with upper limb and truncal blocks. Reputable online sources are favoured for individual learning, although nearly 70% do not engage with any online RA platform. Notably, 33% lacked RA training in the past year, while almost all expressed interest in localized RA teaching during hospital rotations.
Conclusions While progress in RA training and practice is evident in the region, opportunities for improvement persist. We have initiated the dissemination of coded reputable online resources, such as the Regional Anaesthesiology and Acute Pain Medicine YouTube channel, and plan to establish a mobile RA Club. This initiative will leverage advanced regional trainees, rotating to new hospitals with the guidance of local and visiting consultants. A mandatory 3-month regional rotation may be necessary in the future to further enhance RA proficiency.
Plan A Blocks awareness chart
Confidence level in different Plan A blocks
Respondents interest in Local Sonoclub