scholarly journals Survey of Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery and Other Glaucoma Surgical Experience among United States Ophthalmology Residency Programs

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (02) ◽  
pp. e108-e113
Author(s):  
Kevin M. Halenda ◽  
Tae Jin Lee ◽  
Ashok Sharma ◽  
Amy J. Estes ◽  
Kathryn E. Bollinger
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Surgical Training ◽  
Glaucoma Surgery ◽  
Geographic Region ◽  
Demographic Information ◽  
Surgical Experience ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Information Practice ◽  
Experience Survey ◽  
Survey Responses

Abstract Purpose The aim of the study is to assess the state of glaucoma surgical training in United States ophthalmology residency programs, including experience with microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS). Design The design of the study is anonymous, internet-based national survey. Participants Current United States ophthalmology residents of residency programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). Methods An anonymous survey link was emailed to all 120 accredited United States ophthalmology residency programs inviting residents to participate in an assessment of residency glaucoma surgical experience. Survey responses were collected between January 21, 2019 and March 4, 2019 and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Main Outcome Measures The main outcomes of the study are demographic information, practice intentions, and anticipated primary surgical experience with ACGME-required glaucoma procedures and MIGS procedures, as self-reported by U.S. ophthalmology residents. Results Of the estimated 1,479 U.S. ophthalmology residents, 161 residents participated (10.9%). A total of 118 residents (73.2%) reported any degree of anticipated MIGS primary surgical experience during residency, with the iStent being the most familiar technique. The likelihood of any anticipated MIGS experience during residency was not significantly different by geographic region (p = 0.16), however, anticipated volume varied significantly (p = 0.037). Of the 113 respondents who reported an intention to manage glaucoma surgically in their eventual practice, 25 (22.1%) reported no anticipated primary MIGS experience during residency. 73.3% of residents anticipating MIGS experience anticipated 0 to 10 cases, with 42.9% anticipating less than 5 cases as primary surgeon. Conclusion MIGs are not a required component of the glaucoma surgical curriculum for U.S. ophthalmology residents. Although the majority of ophthalmology residents surveyed intend to manage glaucoma surgically in eventual practice, most receive minimal experience with these novel techniques during residency. Surgical training is variable by geographic region.

Resident glaucoma surgical training in United States residency programs

2005 ◽  
Vol 140 (2) ◽  
pp. 354
Author(s):  
R.P. Golden ◽  
R. Krishna ◽  
P.W. BeBry
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Surgical Training ◽  
Residency Programs

Resident Glaucoma Surgical Training in United States Residency Programs

2005 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 219-223 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard P Golden ◽  
Rohit Krishna ◽  
Peter W DeBry
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Surgical Training ◽  
Residency Programs

scholarly journals Evaluation of Academic Library Residency Programs in the United States for Librarians of Color

2017 ◽  
Vol 78 (4) ◽  
pp. 472 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Boyd ◽  
Yolanda Blue ◽  
Suzanne Im
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Sense Of Belonging ◽  
Career Advancement ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
The United States ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
Diversity Initiatives ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Survey Responses

The purpose of this research was to evaluate academic library residency programs that successfully recruit and retain academic librarians of color. This study examines library residencies in the United States and discusses findings of two nationwide surveys. One survey posed questions to residents about the structure of their residencies, aspects residents found most helpful for career advancement, and their thoughts on diversity initiatives. The coordinators were asked many of the same questions as the residents but also about the administrative aspects of their programs. The survey responses reveal a need to provide residents with structured mentoring, along with a sense of belonging and value. Library residency programs can play an integral part in the larger recruitment, retention, and diversity initiatives in the profession.

Resident laser in situ keratomileusis surgical training in United States residency programs

2009 ◽  
Vol 35 (9) ◽  
pp. 1629-1632 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert O. Kwon ◽  
Vinay A. Shah ◽  
Rohit Krishna ◽  
Jean Hausheer
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Surgical Training ◽  
Laser In Situ Keratomileusis ◽  
Residency Programs

scholarly journals Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgical Training in United States Ophthalmology Residency Programs

2020 ◽  
Vol Volume 14 ◽  
pp. 1785-1789
Author(s):  
Cindi K Yim ◽  
Christopher C Teng ◽  
Joshua L Warren ◽  
James C Tsai ◽  
Nisha Chadha
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Surgical Training ◽  
Residency Programs

scholarly journals Postinterview Communication between Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Programs and Candidates

2012 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 165-169 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana S. Curran ◽  
Pamela B. Andreatta ◽  
Xiao Xu ◽  
Clark E. Nugent ◽  
Samantha R. Dewald ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Educational Leaders ◽  
Program Directors ◽  
The United States ◽  
Obstetrics And Gynecology ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Ethical Conflicts ◽  
Communication Practices ◽  
E Mail

Abstract Introduction Residency programs seek to match the best candidates with their positions. To avoid ethical conflicts in this process, the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP or Match) has rules regarding appropriate conduct, including guidelines on contact between candidates and programs. Our study examined communication between obstetrics and gynecology (Ob-Gyn) programs and residency candidates after interviewing and prior to ranking. Methods Ob-Gyn program directors in the United States were sent a self-administered survey via e-mail. Data were collected and analyzed using descriptive methods to examine communication practices of these programs. Results The response rate was 40%. The findings showed that respondents had variable interpretations of the NRMP rules and suggest that programs may be communicating their match intentions especially to favored candidates. Respondents' open text comments highlighted program directors' frustrations with current NRMP rules. Discussion NRMP communication rules are intended to minimize pressure on residency candidates. Our findings suggest they may be leading to unforeseen stresses on program directors and candidates. Conclusions As educational leaders in medicine, we must consider what professional communications are acceptable without increasing the pressure on candidates during the ranking and match process.

scholarly journals Osteopathic students and graduates matching into pathology residency, 2011–2020

2021 ◽  
Vol 121 (2) ◽  
pp. 149-156
Author(s):  
Ryan Philip Jajosky ◽  
Hannah C. Coulson ◽  
Abric J. Rosengrant ◽  
Audrey N. Jajosky ◽  
Philip G. Jajosky
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Medical Education ◽  
Accreditation System ◽  
Senior Year ◽  
Medical Specialties ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
The Third ◽  
The Past ◽  
Residency Match

Abstract Context In the past decade, two changes have affected the pathology residency match. First, the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Match, which did not offer pathology residency, became accredited under a single graduate medical education (GME) system with the Main Residency Match (MRM), which offers pathology residency. Second, substantially fewer United States senior-year allopathic medical students (US MD seniors) matched into pathology residency. Objective To determine whether there were major changes in the number and percentage of osteopathic students and physicians (DOs) matching into pathology residency programs over the past decade. Methods Pathology match outcomes for DOs from 2011 to 2020 were obtained by reviewing AOA Match data from the National Matching Services and MRM data from the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). The number of DOs that filled pathology positions in the MRM was divided by the total number of pathology positions filled in the MRM to calculate the percentage of pathology positions taken by DOs. Results Over the past decade, there was a 109% increase in the total number of DOs matching into pathology residency (34 in 2011 vs. 71 in 2020). During this time, there was a 23.3% increase in the total number of pathology positions filled in the MRM (476 in 2011 vs. 587 in 2020). Thus, the percentage of pathology residency positions filled by DOs increased from 7.1% in 2011 to 12.1% in 2020. The substantial increase of DOs in pathology occurred simultaneously with a 94.2% increase in the total number of DOs filling AOA/MRM “postgraduate year 1” (PGY-1) positions (3201 in 2011 vs. 6215 in 2020). Thus, the percentage of DOs choosing pathology residency has remained steady (1.06% in 2011 and 1.14% in 2020). In 2020, pathology had the third lowest percentage of filled PGY-1 residency positions taken by DOs, out of 15 major medical specialties. Conclusion The proportion of DOs choosing pathology residency was stable from 2011 to 2020 despite the move to a single GME accreditation system and the stark decline in US MD seniors choosing pathology. In 2020, a slightly higher percentage of DOs (1.14%) chose pathology residency than US MD seniors (1.13%). Overall, DOs more often choose other medical specialties, including primary care. Additional studies are needed to determine why fewer US MD seniors, but not fewer DOs, are choosing pathology residency.

scholarly journals The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Head and Neck Surgery Training: A Brazilian National Survey

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Kober Leite ◽  
Leandro Luongo Matos ◽  
Claudio R. Cernea ◽  
Luiz Paulo Kowalski
Keyword(s):  
Head And Neck ◽  
Surgical Training ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Neck Surgery ◽  
Head And Neck Surgery ◽  
Educational Activities ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Surgery Training ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has had a high impact on surgical training around the world due to required measures regarding the suspension of elective procedures and the dismissal of nonessential personnel. Objectives To understand the impact the pandemic had on head and neck surgery training in Brazil. Methods We conducted a 29-question online survey with head and neck surgery residents in Brazil, assessing the impact the pandemic had on their training. Results Forty-six residents responded to the survey, and 91.3% of them reported that their residency was affected by the pandemic, but most residents were not assigned to work directly with patients infected with the new coronavirus (71.4%). All residents reported decrease in clinic visits and in surgical procedures, mostly an important reduction of ∼ 75%. A total of 56.5% of the residents described that the pandemic has had a negative impact on their mental, health and only 4 (8.7%) do not have any symptoms of burnout. The majority (78.3%) of the residents reported that educational activities were successfully adapted to online platforms, and 37% were personally infected with the virus. Conclusion Most surgical residencies were greatly affected by the pandemic, and residents had an important decrease in surgical training. Educational activities were successfully adapted to online modalities, but the residency programs should search for ways of trying to compensate for the loss of practical activities.

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