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ArticleCureus2024

Perspectives on the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Research: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Pediatric Otolaryngologists.

Peter Kfoury, Jordan C Stout, Victoria J Palacios, Wei Yang, Nicole L Molin, Matthew A Firpo, Albert H Park

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Peter KfouryDepartment of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, USA.
Jordan C StoutDepartment of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, USA.
Victoria J PalaciosSchool of Medicine, University of Nevada, Reno, USA.
Wei YangSchool of Public Health, University of Nevada, Reno, USA.
Nicole L MolinDepartment of Sleep Medicine, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, USA.
Matthew A FirpoDepartment of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, USA.
Albert H ParkDepartment of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery/Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, USA.

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Abstract

objectiveTo investigate the perspectives of pediatric otolaryngologists on the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on their research.

methodsTwo surveys were sent to members of the American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology (ASPO) in 2019 and 2021 to assess research perspectives before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The surveys contained questions about research engagement, barriers, time allocation, and shifts in research focus.

resultsThe COVID-19 pandemic reshaped research within pediatric otolaryngology, with a mixed impact on the amount of time allocated to research endeavors. Almost half of respondents reported a change in research focus to COVID-19-related studies. Protected time and funding were significant pre-pandemic barriers, whereas reduced staff, collaboration opportunities, and enrollment limitations emerged as key pandemic-related obstacles. A personal commitment to research was most strongly correlated with time spent on this endeavor. During the pandemic, women were less likely to report an increase in research activity when compared to men, possibly due to a disproportionate burden of caregiving on women during school closures and stay-at-home orders.

conclusionOverall, the pandemic prompted both increases and decreases in research time allocation, depending on individual circumstances and priorities. Despite new challenges, pediatric otolaryngologists remain committed to research and have continued to remain productive.

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