Dr. Bánk Fenyves is a candidate in emergency medicine at Semmelweis University’s Department of Emergency Care and is currently a PhD student. During the epidemiological situation caused by the coronavirus, he took a break from his research work and spent all his time at the Department of Emergency Care. In addition to his shifts he took part in tasks related to the Department’s internal and external communication.
At the beginning of the epidemic, about 100 students mainly from Years 5 and 6 applied for voluntary work at the Department of Emergency Care. They have been a major help in managing our increased patient care responsibilities. My new responsibilities included their coordination and their enthusiasm and dedication have given me and my colleagues a lot of energy. As the first wave subsides, the regular form of education can resume and I am happy to see that many of our volunteers would like to continue to participate in the work of the Department either as students or employees later on. I think this is the best feedback we can get.”, said Dr. Bánk Fenyves.
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In the past few weeks, Dr. Bánk Fenyves has also dealt with the Department’s internal and external communication tasks. One such task was to prepare visual and audio materials for patients in the isolation rooms that reduce anxiety and make waiting easier. They also considered the psychological protection of employees exposed to increased workload, so they organized an online stress management training. Thanks to external offerings they have also been able to provide employees with continuous professional help.
The epidemiological situation has caused a lot of changes in the private lives of many, just like in that of Dr. Bánk Fenyves. He did not see his parents for two months because of their vulnerable age and he only met his friends online occasionally. He spent his little free time with writing his thesis, doing DIY projects and running.
“The current circumstances are unusual for everyone and it is impossible to predict what will happen in one, two or six months. Despite the difficulties of the situation, I enjoy the challenge: it is our principal task at the Department of Emergency Care to provide patients with optimal care independent of the size and type of patient influx. As a resident, I see a huge professional challenge in the current situation and for many of us it is an experience for a lifetime.”, said Dr. Bánk Fenyves.
László Sturbán
Photo: Attila Kovács – Semmelweis University
Translation: Ágnes Raubinek
