Publications by Serge Legault

Publications by authors named "Serge Legault"

Can J Surg

February 2021

Many health care institutions have cut back on nonemergency procedures to prepare for an influx of COVID-19 patients, prioritizing urgent surgeries over others.
This shift in resource allocation could result in negative long-term effects on surgical care for non-COVID patients.
The authors suggest a 4-step prioritization system to help manage resources effectively, ensuring fair access to surgical care while addressing pandemic-related needs.

Serge Legault's recent research focuses on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on surgical care and hospital resources, specifically examining how institutions prioritize surgeries during healthcare crises.
In his article titled "Prioritizing surgery during the COVID-19 pandemic: the Quebec guidelines," published in February 2021, he discusses the challenges faced by healthcare systems in balancing urgent surgical needs with increased demand for COVID-19 care.
The study highlights the potential long-term consequences of deprioritizing surgical procedures, urging a reevaluation of resource allocation to mitigate adverse effects on patient outcomes.