Impact of capacity building training on emergency medical services for chardham yatra: a pre-test post-test study in a hilly region of North India.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, India, poses significant healthcare challenges due to high altitude, limited medical infrastructure, and increased risk of emergencies, including high-altitude illnesses and cardiovascular events. To address these challenges, a capacity-building program was implemented for medical officers, aiming to enhance their emergency medicine skills.

Method

The study was conducted at the Emergency Medicine and Trauma Surgery Department, AIIMS Rishikesh. The study was conducted for 6 months. A total of 150 medical officers were nominated, with 125 participating. The training involved weekly sessions over three months, comprising didactic lectures and hands-on practical skills, particularly in basic life support. Pre and post-tests comprisi

SUBMITTER: Kaeley N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11887378 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature