Evaluation of the Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research Medical Student Anesthesia Research Fellowship Program Participants’ Scholarly Activity and Career Choices

2016 ◽  
Vol 124 (5) ◽  
pp. 1168-1173 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paloma Toledo ◽  
Shakir McLean ◽  
Lorent Duce ◽  
Cynthia A. Wong ◽  
Armin Schubert ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Student ◽  
Cochrane Review ◽  
Publication Rate ◽  
Specialty Choice ◽  
Scholarly Activity ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Anesthesia Research ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Research Fellowship ◽  
Anesthesia Education

Abstract Background The Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research Medical Student Anesthesia Research Fellowship (MSARF) program is an 8-week program that pairs medical students with anesthesiologists performing anesthesia-related research. This study evaluated the proportion of students who published an article from their work, as well as the percentage of students who entered anesthesiology residency programs. Methods A list of previous MSARF participants (2005 to 2012), site, and project information was obtained. Searches for publications were performed using PubMed. The primary outcome was the publication rate for MSARF projects. The MSARF abstract-to-publication ratio was compared with the percentage of abstracts presented at biomedical meetings that resulted in publication as estimated by a Cochrane review (44%). For students who had graduated from medical school, match lists from the students’ medical schools were reviewed for specialty choice. Results Forty-two percent of the 346 MSARF projects were subsequently published. There was no difference between the MSARF abstract-to-publication ratio and the publication rate of articles from abstracts presented at scientific meetings (P = 0.57). Thirty percent (n = 105; 95% CI, 25 to 35%) of all the MSARF students were authors on a publication. Fifty-eight percent of the students for whom residency match data (n = 255) were available matched into anesthesiology residencies (95% CI, 52 to 64%). Conclusions The MSARF program resulted in many students being included as a co-author on a published article; the majority of these students entered anesthesiology residency programs. Future research should determine whether the program has a long-term impact on the development of academic anesthesiologists.

scholarly journals Characteristics, Trends, and Factors Associated With Publication Among Residents of Oman Medical Specialty Board Programs

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (4s) ◽  
pp. 104-109 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ibrahim S. Al-Busaidi ◽  
Sultan Z. Al-Shaqsi ◽  
Awatif K. Al-Alawi ◽  
Siham Al-Sinani ◽  
Ammar Al-Kashmiri
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Performance ◽  
Research Output ◽  
Academic Career ◽  
Research Training ◽  
Medical Specialty ◽  
Publication Rate ◽  
Scholarly Activity ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Specialty Board

ABSTRACT Background Research during residency is associated with better clinical performance, improved critical thinking, and increased interest in an academic career. Objective We examined the rate, characteristics, and factors associated with research publications by residents in Oman Medical Specialty Board (OMSB) programs. Methods We included residents enrolled in 18 OMSB residency programs between 2011 and 2016. Resident characteristics were obtained from the OMSB Training Affairs Department. In April 2018, MEDLINE and Google Scholar databases were searched independently by 2 authors for resident publications in peer-reviewed journals using standardized criteria. Results Over the study period, 552 residents trained in OMSB programs; 64% (351 of 552) were female, and the mean age at matriculation was 29.4 ± 2.2 years. Most residents (71%, 393 of 552) were in the early stages of specialty training (R ≤ 3) and 49% (268 of 552) completed a designated research block as part of their training. Between 2011 and 2016, 43 residents published 42 research articles (range, 1–5 resident authors per article), for an overall publication rate of 8%. Residents were the first authors in 20 (48%) publications. Male residents (odds ratio [OR] = 2.07; P = .025, 95% CI 1.1–3.91) and residents who completed a research block (OR = 2.57; P = .017, 95% CI 1.19–5.57) were significantly more likely to publish. Conclusions Research training during residency can result in tangible research output. Future studies should explore barriers to publication for resident research and identify interventions to promote formal scholarly activity during residency.

Sperm Selection Technology in ART

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Catherine Martin ◽  
Emma Woodland
Keyword(s):  
Hyaluronic Acid ◽  
Live Birth ◽  
Plasma Membranes ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Cochrane Review ◽  
Fertility Treatment ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Sperm Selection ◽  
Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial

AbstractIntracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) is a commonly used in vitro fertilization technique. Selection of sperm for injection is currently done using subjective assessment of morphology, which may not accurately identify the best-quality sperm. Hyaluronic acid receptors on sperm plasma membranes are a marker of maturity, and sperms which are capable of binding immobilized hyaluronic acid in vitro are of higher quality. This can be used as an advanced sperm selection technique to choose sperm for ICSI, termed physiological ICSI (PICSI). Several studies reported improved fertility treatment outcomes when using PICSI compared with conventional ICSI; however, the majority of studies are underpowered. Recently, a large, multicenter, randomized controlled trial, known as the Hyaluronic Acid Binding Sperm Selection (HABSelect) trial, found a significant reduction in miscarriage rates with PICSI, but no significant effect on live birth rate. There are still many avenues through which PICSI may provide an advantage, subject to confirmation by future research, such as improved long-term health of offspring. Other advanced sperm selection techniques include intracytoplasmic morphologically selected sperm injection, magnetic-activated cell sorting, and Zeta potential sperm selection; however, the most recent Cochrane review concluded that there is currently insufficient evidence to ascertain whether these techniques improve clinical outcomes, such as live birth rates.

Medical Student Communication Skills and Specialty Choice

2014 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
pp. 275-279 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carol I. Ping Tsao ◽  
Deborah Simpson ◽  
Robert Treat
Keyword(s):  
Medical Student ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
Specialty Choice

Fourth-Year Podiatric Medical Student Perspectives on Clerkships and Residency Selection

2018 ◽  
Vol 108 (4) ◽  
pp. 311-319 ◽  
Author(s):  
David W. Shofler ◽  
Kathryn Bosia ◽  
Lawrence Harkless
Keyword(s):  
Medical Student ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Medical School ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Learning Experiences ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Forefoot Surgery ◽  
Quality Of Learning ◽  
Attending Physicians

Background: The fourth year of podiatric medical school is an important period in the education of the podiatric medical student, a period that consists largely of month-long clerkships. Nonetheless, there has been limited formal study of the quality of learning experiences during this period. Furthermore, there is limited knowledge of how podiatric medical students evaluate residency programs during clerkships. Methods: An online survey was developed and distributed electronically to fourth-year podiatric medical school students. The focus of the survey was the quality of learning experiences during externships, and decision making in ranking residency programs. Results: The most valuable learning experiences during clerkships were interactions with attending physicians, interactions with residents, and general feedback in surgery. Students self-identified that they most improved in the following areas during clerkships: forefoot surgery, clinical podiatry skills, and rearfoot surgery. The areas in which students improved the least were research, pediatrics, and practice management. The three most important factors students considered as they created their rank list were hands-on resident participation in surgical training, the attitude and personality of the residents, and the attitude and personality of the attending physicians. A range of surgical interest was identified among students, and students lacking in surgical interest self-reported less improvement in various surgical topics. Conclusions: The perspectives of fourth-year podiatric medical students are currently an underused resource. Improved understanding can help residency programs improve the quality of associated learning experiences and can make their programs more appealing to potential residency candidates.

scholarly journals Predictors and Barriers to Faculty Scholarly Activity in United States Urology Residency Programs

Urology ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 139 ◽  
pp. 37-43
Author(s):  
David J. Gangwish ◽  
Carolyn A. Parshall ◽  
Fares Qeadan ◽  
Martin Jurado ◽  
Renata N. Bennett ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Scholarly Activity ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Urology Residency

scholarly journals Medical student confidence in care of the dying and their family: a systematic review

2020 ◽  
pp. bmjspcare-2019-001977
Author(s):  
Geoffrey Wells ◽  
Elaney Youssef ◽  
Rebecca Winter ◽  
Juliet Wright ◽  
Carrie Llewellyn
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Palliative Care ◽  
Medical Student ◽  
Cochrane Review ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Junior Doctors ◽  
Medical Council ◽  
Dying Patients ◽  
Medical Undergraduate ◽  
Student Confidence

BackgroundThe General Medical Council expects medical graduates to care for dying patients with skill, clinical judgement and compassion. UK surveys continually demonstrate low confidence and increasing distress amongst junior doctors when providing care to the dying.AimThis systematic review aims to determine what has been evidenced within worldwide literature regarding medical undergraduate confidence to care for dying patients.DesignA systematic electronic search was undertaken. Data extraction included measurements of baseline confidence, associated assessment tools and details of applied educational interventions. Pre/postintervention confidence comparisons were made. Factors influencing confidence levels were explored.Data sourcesMEDLINE, CINAHL, EMBASE, ISI Web of Science, ERIC, PsycINFO, British Education Index and Cochrane Review databases were accessed, with no restrictions on publication year. Eligible studies included the terms ‘medical student’, ‘confidence’ and ‘dying’, alongside appropriate MeSH headings. Study quality was assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool.ResultsFifteen eligible studies were included, demonstrating a diversity of assessment tools. Student confidence was low in provision of symptom management, family support, and psycho-spiritual support to dying patients. Eight interventional studies demonstrated increased postinterventional confidence. Lack of undergraduate exposure to dying patients and lack of structure within undergraduate palliative care curricula were cited as factors responsible for low confidence.ConclusionThis review clarifies the objective documentation of medical undergraduate confidence to care for the dying. Identifying where teaching fails to prepare graduates for realities in clinical practice will help inform future undergraduate palliative care curriculum planning.PROSPERO registration numberCRD42019119057.

scholarly journals Professional Development Track to Prepare Future Academic Clinicians

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Marie Traylor ◽  
Jorge L. Cervantes ◽  
Cynthia N. Perry
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Medical Education ◽  
Student Achievement ◽  
Education Research ◽  
Medical Student ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Academic Medicine ◽  
Student Feedback ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
School Of Medicine

Abstract Professional development is instrumental in the success of professionals and trainees in academic medicine. In response to medical student feedback requesting additional professional development opportunities, the Foster School of Medicine developed a distinction program, the Pathway for Preparing Academic Clinicians (PPAC), designed to deliver sought-after skill development and foundational knowledge in the three primary activities of academic medicine: medical education, research, and patient care. This distinction program addresses a curricular gap as identified by students and common to many UME curricula and also provides an opportunity for residency programs to identify student achievement within a pass/fail program.

Competency-Based Medical Education in Radiology: A Survey of Medical Student Perceptions

2020 ◽  
pp. 084653711989366
Author(s):  
Joseph Yang ◽  
Danny Jomaa ◽  
Omar Islam ◽  
Benedetto Mussari ◽  
Corinne Laverty ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Medical Student ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Student Perceptions ◽  
Diagnostic Radiology ◽  
Competency Based Medical Education ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Radiology Residency ◽  
Competency Based ◽  
Almost All

Purpose: Implementing competency-based medical education in diagnostic radiology residencies will change the paradigm of learning and assessment for residents. The objective of this study is to evaluate medical student perceptions of competency-based medical education in diagnostic radiology programs and how this may affect their decision to pursue a career in diagnostic radiology. Methods: First-, second-, and third-year medical students at a Canadian university were invited to complete a 14-question survey containing a mix of multiple choice, yes/no, Likert scale, and open-ended questions. This aimed to collect information on students’ understanding and perceptions of competency-based medical education and how the transition to competency-based medical education would factor into their decision to enter a career in diagnostic radiology. Results: The survey was distributed to 300 medical students and received 63 responses (21%). Thirty-seven percent of students had an interest in pursuing diagnostic radiology that ranged from interested to committed and 46% reported an understanding of competency-based medical education and its learning approach. The implementation of competency-based medical education in diagnostic radiology programs was reported to be a positive factor by 70% of students and almost all reported that breaking down residency into measurable milestones and required case exposure was beneficial. Conclusions: This study demonstrates that medical students perceive competency-based medical education to be a beneficial change to diagnostic radiology residency programs. The changes accompanying the transition to competency-based medical education were favored by students and factored into their residency decision-making.

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