Challenges and solutions for maternity and gynecology services during the COVID‐19 crisis in Jordan
Ibrahim Alsharaydeh, Hasan Rawashdeh, Noura Saadeh, Basil Obeidat, Nail Obeidat
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe regional experiences and measures implemented to safely maintain obstetrics and gynecology services during the COVID-19 pandemic at King Abdullah University Hospital in Jordan. METHODS: All policies and measures were implemented in keeping with World Health Organization and other international recommendations and guidelines. RESULTS: With concerted effort and a multidisciplinary approach, most maternity and gynecology services were provided and all other training and educating responsibilities were maintained. CONCLUSION: COVID-19 caused an unprecedented global healthcare crisis. Our institution addressed the challenges and implemented several measures at different levels to maintain services and facilitate the training and teaching of trainees and medical students.