scholarly journals Impact of a Student-Led Rheumatology Interest Group on Medical Student Interest in Rheumatology

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sonia Silinsky Krupnikova ◽  
Timothy Brady ◽  
Michael Sheppard ◽  
N. Andrew LaCombe ◽  
Derek Jones ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Student ◽  
Student Engagement ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
Interest Group ◽  
Student Interest ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Objectives. This observational study was designed to evaluate the impact of a student-led Rheumatology Interest Group on medical student interest in rheumatology. Methods. The mean numbers of student-rheumatology interactions per six months were assessed for elective enrollment, abstract submissions, and manuscripts, in the pre- and postinterest group period. Results. Enrollment in the rheumatology elective increased from 2.0 ± 0.36 per six months in the preintervention period to 6.2 ± 1.24 per six months in the postintervention period (p=0.0064). Abstract submissions increased from 0.5 ± 0.34 to 5.86 ± 1.49 (p=0.0077), and manuscript submissions from 0.16 ± 0.16 to 1.57 ± 0.37 (p=0.074). Conclusion. The Rheumatology Interest Group significantly increased medical student engagement in rheumatology.

Reflections: Starting an Otolaryngology Medical Student Interest Group

2019 ◽  
Vol 162 (2) ◽  
pp. 155-156
Author(s):  
Amanda Hu
Keyword(s):  
Medical Student ◽  
Interest Group ◽  
Succession Planning ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Clinical Skills ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Student Interest ◽  
Early Exposure ◽  
Key Stakeholders ◽  
Nose And Throat

A decline in applicants for otolaryngology residency spots has been reported. Several possible factors include the lack of exposure to otolaryngology, the lack of role models, work-life balance, and the competitiveness of otolaryngology as a deterrent. Our institution started a medical student interest group to address several of these factors. Key stakeholders who were engaged in this process included medical students, otolaryngology residents, and faculty members. Sustainability of the interest group was investigated with funding and succession planning. Early exposure to otolaryngology through shadowing in the operating room and research projects were initiated with a database on a website. Logistics of starting a club and organizing a clinical skills session were discussed. Awareness of our specialty and branding of the interest group as otolaryngology versus ear, nose, and throat were debated. Starting a medical student interest group in otolaryngology may be an excellent way to foster interest in our specialty.

The impact of medical student interest in surgery on clerkship performance and career choice

2020 ◽  
Vol 219 (2) ◽  
pp. 359-365 ◽  
Author(s):  
Al-Faraaz Kassam ◽  
Alexander R. Cortez ◽  
Leah K. Winer ◽  
Joshua W. Kuethe ◽  
Krishna P. Athota ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Student ◽  
Career Choice ◽  
Student Interest ◽  
The Impact

Role of non-government organizations in engaging medical students in research

2017 ◽  
Vol 65 (3) ◽  
pp. 709-716 ◽  
Author(s):  
Branavan Manoranjan ◽  
Ayan K Dey ◽  
Xin Wang ◽  
Alexandra Kuzyk ◽  
Karen Petticrew ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Student ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Research Training ◽  
Student Interest ◽  
Career Trajectory ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Government Organizations ◽  
Medical Student Research ◽  
The Impact

The continued decline in medical trainees entering the workforce as clinician-scientists has elevated the need to engage medical students in research. While past studies have shown early exposure to generate interest among medical students for research and academic careers, financial constraints have limited the number of such formal research training programs. In light of recent government budget cuts to support research training for medical students, non-government organizations (NGOs) may play a progressively larger role in supporting the development of clinician-scientists. Since 2005, the Mach-Gaensslen Foundation has sponsored 621 Canadian medical student research projects, which represents the largest longitudinal data set of Canadian medical students engaged in research. We present the results of the pre- and post-research studentship questionnaires, program evaluation survey and the 5-year and 10-year follow-up questionnaires of past recipients. This paper provides insight into the role of NGOs as stakeholders in the training of clinician-scientists and evaluates the impact of such programs on the attitudes and career trajectory of medical students. While the problem of too few physicians entering academic and research-oriented careers continues to grow, alternative-funding strategies from NGOs may prove to be an effective approach in developing and maintaining medical student interest in research.

scholarly journals IMPACT OF HIGH MATERNAL BMI ON FETAL AND MATERNAL OUTCOME: A PROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY.

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pammy Pravina ◽  
Rita Sinha
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Maternal Obesity ◽  
Fetal Outcome ◽  
Maternal Outcome ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Common Risk Factors ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Maternal Bmi ◽  
Age At Birth

Aim: to study the impact of increased BMI on fetal and maternal outcome. Materials and methods:  The present descriptive observational study was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nalanda Medical College and Hospital, Patna, Bihar, India over the period of 1 year. The study includes total 100 subjects who have taken antenatal care at the hospital. Descriptive statistics included computation of percentages, means and standard deviations were calculated using SPSS version 20. Results: mean maternal age at birth was 28.11 years and mean BMI (kg/m2) was 27.12. The mean birth weight of babies was 3.12 kgsand mean NICU stay was 5.21 days. Still birth (11%) and Neonatal death (8%) were reported as the major fetal outcome. Under maternal outcome Caesarean section followed by Pre-eclampsia, PIH and GDM were reported as the major morbidities. Conclusion: Present study confirmed that maternal obesity is now becoming one of the most common risk factors in pregnancy, leading to complications that impact on the health of both the woman and her offspring. Keywords: BMI, Obesity, Maternal, Fetal, Outcome

scholarly journals Old dietary cultural practices leading to suboptimal nutritional intake of calories in children with acute viral hepatitis

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 1472
Author(s):  
Laxmi Kant Bharti ◽  
Neelu .
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Viral Hepatitis ◽  
Cultural Practices ◽  
Acute Viral Hepatitis ◽  
Dietary Assessment ◽  
Dual Infection ◽  
Vegetarian Diet ◽  
Dietary Modification ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Background: Acute viral hepatitis (AVH) is one of the common infections in developing nation. Hepatotrophic virus causes AVH and most of the time it has self-limiting course. HAV is most common cause of AVH. Suboptimal dietary cultural practices are common in our nation. This study was done to know the impact of suboptimal dietary practices done in AVH.Methods: Observational study conducted with 50 children with AVH. Dietary assessment was done at three point of time.  First During AVH, second, pre illness and then two weeks after nutritional counselling. Data of dietary modification done by parents/caregiver during AVH recorded. History of herbal medicine taken for treatment of AVH enquired.Results: HAV positive was (72%), HEV positivity was in 8 (16%) cases, hepatitis B was positive in 4 (8%) children and dual infection HAV+HEV was detected in 2 (4%) children. Many parents did dietary modification due to AVH and also by some local treating physicians, 18 (36%) patients were also on herbal medication for treatment of AVH. During AVH the mean calorie and protein requirement decreased from 96% to 54% and 92% to 43% respectively. Two weeks after nutritional counseling the mean calorie and protein intake increased from 54% to 88% and 43% to 84% respectively. This change in calorie and protein was statistically significant (p<0.01) Non-vegetarian diet preference was restarted in many of them after nutritional counseling.Conclusions: This observational study revealed that suboptimal dietary cultural practices are prevalent in India. Majority of children were on bland diet and receiving inadequate proteins and calories.

A Cross Sectional Observational Study to Assess Pharmacists Perspective and General Health Wellbeing During COVID-19 Pandemic in Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nagwa Ibrahim ◽  
Asma Almuhsin ◽  
Raghad Alkhattabi ◽  
Maryam Almulaifi ◽  
Ali Alrumaih
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
General Health ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Eastern Region ◽  
Knowledge Level ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Level Of Experience ◽  
The Impact

Introduction: COVID-19 pandemic impacted all countries negatively. Regulatory bodies in Saudi Arabia and worldwide set a firm policies and guidelines to protect their nationals and residents from the virus. Pharmacists play a major role in health care. This study aims to assess pharmacists prospective and general health wellbeing during COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia. Methods: We conducted a cross sectional observational study using a quantitative survey-based methodology. Data was collected from May to July 2020. Results: We were able to enrol 381 pharmacists working in different practice settings as governmental hospitals, healthcare centers, private hospitals and community pharmacies. The acceptable knowledge level score is 13 (60%) that has been reached by about 37% of participants. Male and female had similar scores. Level of knowledge among regions was variable, southern region scored the least with a mean score of 12.89 ± 3.91 and eastern region scored the highest level with a mean score of 15.07 ± 2.86. There was a significant correlation between knowledge level, region of residency and level of experience. The maximum total awareness score was 7, the mean score was 5.18 ± 1.65. There was a statistically significant correlation between awareness level and the region of residency variable. The general health questions section included 9 questions. The minimum score was 9, the maximum was 36 and the mean score was 17.51 ± 7.34. The higher the score indicate the worsening of the general health. There is a strong correlation between gender, experience and the general health wellbeing. Men had better general health compared to women p<0.001 and participants with range of experience 6-10 years had a lower level of general health. Conclusion: COVID-19 still has a negative impact worldwide. Maintaining awareness and education is essential to keep the protective measures as possible. In addition, there is a need to address the impact of COVID-19 on pharmacist's mental health to act accordingly.

The impact of a radiology medical student society on student interest and career choice in radiology

1997 ◽  
Vol 4 (12) ◽  
pp. 855 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kenneth D. Murphy ◽  
Jeffrey N. Yu ◽  
E. Robert Heitzman ◽  
Stuart A. Groskin ◽  
John J. Wasenko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Student ◽  
Career Choice ◽  
Student Interest ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Student Society
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