OBJECTIVES:
The goal of residency training is to impart to residents the knowledge and clinical skills necessary for the independent practice of medicine. To better prepare our residents for all aspects of independent practice, we developed a novel interdisciplinary, one-week rotation focused on quality initiatives, health care economics, patient safety, teamwork and leadership.
STUDY DESIGN:
An IRB-approved pilot curriculum was introduced to thirteen senior residents from ten different training programs. Evaluation forms were distributed at the end of each day and at the conclusion of the rotation. A short exam was administered at the beginning and end of each day to assess knowledge gained.
RESULTS:
Participants expressed positive regard for the QUEST program across a range of domains. Qualitative indicators of positive regard were consistent with high ratings on end-of-course evaluation. Data from pre- and post-tests revealed a significant 33% mean percent increase in test scores. Limitations include proximate testing using the same exam and small sample size.
CONCLUSIONS:
The QUEST pilot rotation was well-received and increased knowledge in important but oft-neglected aspects of training.
Topics: 2013, Resident, Faculty, Residency Director, Residency Coordinator, Systems-Based Practice & Improvement, Practice-Based Learning & Improvement, GME, Team-Based Learning,
Date Presented
2013 ASL Abstract
Keywords
Curriculum Development/Evaluation, Faculty Development, Healthcare Systems, Instructional Materials/Methods
Intended Audience
Resident, Faculty, Residency Director, Residency Coordinator
Copentencies Addressed
Systems-Based Practice & Improvement, Practice-Based Learning & Imrpvoement
Educational Continuum
GME
Educational Focus
Team-based Learning
Primary Authors
Rini Banerjee Ratan MD
Tom D’Aunno PhD
Alice Goepfert MD
Tahilia Rebello PhD
