Doubling Up: A Guidance For Dual Consultant Operating

Dual consultant operating (DCO) is an important feature of modern surgery, particularly for complex procedures that require input from more than one surgical specialty or where experienced assistance can help improve outcomes. 

This guidance, produced by The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, provides an overview of the benefits and potential pitfalls of DCO, outlining how it can be used to maximise both patient outcomes and aid the transfer of specialist skills and expertise of the surgical team.