Occupational health related concerns among surgeons

Abstract

     The surgeon’s daily workload renders him/her susceptible to a variety of the common work-related illness. They are exposed to a number of occupational hazards in their professional work. These hazards include sharp injuries, blood borne pathogens, latex allergy, laser plumes, hazardous chemicals, anesthetic gases, equipment hazards, static postures, and job related stressors. However, many pay little attention to their health, and neither do they seek the appropriate help when necessary. It is observed that occupational hazards pose a huge risk to the personal well-being of surgeons. As such, the importance of early awareness and education alongside prompt intervention is duly emphasized. Therefore, increased attention to the health, economic, personal, and social implications of these injuries is essential for appropriate management and future prevention. These risks are as great as any other occupational hazards affecting surgeons today. The time has come to recognize and address them.

Key words: Surgeon, occupational hazards, occupational illness, work-related disease, occupational disease.

Memon, A. G., Naeem, Z., Zaman, A., & Zahid, F. (2016). Occupational health related concerns among surgeons. International Journal of Health Sciences, 10(2). Retrieved from https://pub.qu.edu.sa/index.php/journal/article/view/1497
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Author Biography

Anjuman Gul Memon, College of medicine Qassim University
Professor of Biochemistry

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