NZOA Practice Visit Template

Date of visit: 1 November 2024 Surgeon Visited: Dr. Anya Sharma Visiting Surgeons: Dr. Ben Carter Summary of surgeons practice: Dr. Sharma has a busy private practice with a mix of elective and trauma cases. She is on call for the local hospital one weekend a month. She works alongside two other hand surgeons. Observed procedures: Observed a carpal tunnel release and a distal radius fracture fixation. Both procedures were performed efficiently and with excellent technique. Colleague / staff relationship: Dr. Sharma has a very good rapport with her staff and colleagues. The team works well together, creating a positive and supportive environment. Audits: Dr. Sharma participates in regular audit activities, including surgical site infection rates and patient satisfaction surveys. Maintenance of knowledge and skills / CPD: Dr. Sharma regularly attends national and international conferences and participates in local journal clubs to maintain her knowledge and skills. Patient feedback: Patient feedback is consistently positive, with high ratings for communication and surgical outcomes. Current ACC/HDC/Medical Council complaints: There are no current enquiries or complaints. Rooms setup / practice setup: The rooms are well-equipped and organised, with a dedicated hand therapy area. Work / life balance: Dr. Sharma appears to maintain a good work-life balance, with a manageable workload and supportive family. Recommendations: Continue to maintain excellent surgical technique and patient communication. Consider expanding the practice to include more complex reconstructive procedures. Summary: A productive practice visit with Dr. Sharma, observing her surgical practice and assessing her overall performance. Overall grade: Excellent: Demonstrates consistently high standards of practice and a commitment to ongoing professional development.