A study with a very interesting findings has recently reported stating that staff breaks are actually helpful for better surgical outcomes. The results of the study should be looked in the context of management of the handoffs and transitions of care. The timing and duration of breaks healthcare staff take have always been a point of debate in a healthcare sector. According to the public, the breaks doctors and other healthcare staff take are considered as an excuse to run away from their duties.

However, the contrary observation supporting doctor’s view has been substantiated by new research. Doctors have always been suggesting the need of appropriate breaks and schedules even during the prolonged surgeries. The scientist from the USA, have come up with the results of the study evaluating breaks and efficiency of the surgical staff and particularly anesthesiologists. The scientists…