scholarly journals Family medicine residents’ perceived level of comfort in treating common sports injuries across residency programs in the United States

2015 ◽  
pp. 81 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adae Amoako ◽  
Agyenim Amoako ◽  
George Pujalte
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Family Medicine ◽  
Sports Injuries ◽  
The United States ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Family Medicine Residents

scholarly journals Ophthalmology training and competency levels in caring for patients with ophthalmic complaints among United States internal medicine, emergency medicine, and family medicine residents

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
pp. 25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher Daniel Gelston ◽  
Jennifer Landrigan Patnaik
Keyword(s):  
Internal Medicine ◽  
United States ◽  
Emergency Medicine ◽  
Family Medicine ◽  
Educational Training ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Confidence Levels ◽  
Family Medicine Residents

Purpose: To evaluate ophthalmic educational training and confidence in caring for patients with ophthalmic complaints among internal, emergency, and family medicine residents in the United States.Methods: A 41-item cross-sectional survey was sent to the directors of 529 internal medicine, 237 emergency medicine, and 629 family medicine residency programs, who distributed it to residents in those programs. The survey included the number of ophthalmic education hours residents received. Respondents were asked to rate their confidence in performing an ophthalmic exam and treating patients with ocular conditions using a 5-point Likert scale ranging from “not confident” to “very confident.”Results: In total, 92.5% of internal medicine, 66.8% of emergency medicine, and 74.5% of family medicine residents received less than 10 hours of ophthalmic education during residency. Most respondents (internal medicine, 59.1%; emergency medicine, 76.0%; family medicine, 65.7%) reported that patients with ocular complaints constituted 1%–5% of visits. Mean±standard deviation confidence levels in performing an eye exam and treating patients with ophthalmic conditions were highest in emergency medicine residency programs (2.9±0.7), followed by family medicine (2.3±0.6) and internal medicine (2.2±0.6). A higher reported number of ophthalmic education hours in residency was associated with greater confidence among emergency (P<0.001), family (P<0.001), and internal (P=0.005) medicine residents.Conclusion: Internal, emergency, and family medicine residents receive limited ophthalmic education, as reflected by their overall low confidence levels in performing an ophthalmic exam and treating patients with ocular complaints. An increase in ophthalmic educational hours during their residencies is recommended to improve upon this knowledge gap.

scholarly journals Institute of Medicine 2009 Gestational Weight Gain Guideline Knowledge: Survey of Obstetrics/Gynecology and Family Medicine Residents of the United States

Birth ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 40 (4) ◽  
pp. 237-246 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tiffany A Moore Simas ◽  
Molly E Waring ◽  
Gina M T Sullivan ◽  
Xun Liao ◽  
Milagros C Rosal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Family Medicine ◽  
Gestational Weight Gain ◽  
The United States ◽  
Institute Of Medicine ◽  
Gestational Weight ◽  
Knowledge Survey ◽  
Family Medicine Residents

scholarly journals Education and Attitudes on Medical Cannabis in Family Medicine Residency Programs

2020 ◽  
Vol 52 (10) ◽  
pp. 730-735
Author(s):  
Ann M. Philbrick ◽  
Christine Danner ◽  
Abayomi Oyenuga ◽  
Chrystian Pereira ◽  
Jason Ricco ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Family Medicine ◽  
The United States ◽  
Clinical Experiences ◽  
Medical Cannabis ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Family Medicine Residency ◽  
Medicine Resident ◽  
Current State ◽  
Research Alliance

Background and Objectives: Medical cannabis has become increasingly prevalent in the United States, however the extent of family medicine resident education on this topic remains unknown. The objective of this study was to ascertain the current state of medical cannabis education across this population and identify patterns in education based on state legality and program director (PD) practices. Methods: Survey questions were part of the Council of Academic Family Medicine Educational Research Alliance (CERA) omnibus survey from May 2019 to July 2019. PDs from all Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)-accredited US family medicine residency programs received survey invitations by email. Results: A total of 251 (40.7%) PDs responded, with 209 (83.6% [209/250]) reporting at least 1 hour of didactic curriculum regarding cannabis. The most common context was substance misuse (mean 3.0±4.1 hours per 3 years), followed by pain management (2.7±3.4 hours), and management of other conditions (2.1±2.7 hours). Thirty-eight programs (15.2% [38/250]) offered clinical experiences related to medical cannabis, and PDs who had previously prescribed or recommended medical cannabis were more likely to offer this experience (P&lt;.0001). Experiences peaked after 3 to 5 years of medical cannabis legality. PD confidence in resident counseling skills was low overall, but did increase among programs with clinical experiences (P=.0033). Conclusions: The current trajectory of medical cannabis use in the United States makes it likely that residents will care for patients interested in medical cannabis, therefore it is important residents be prepared to address this reality. Opportunities exist for improving medical cannabis education in family medicine residency programs.

scholarly journals Trends in Clinical Pharmacist Integration in Family Medicine Residency Programs in North America

Pharmacy ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 126
Author(s):  
Jennie B. Jarrett ◽  
Jody L. Lounsbery
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
North America ◽  
Family Medicine ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
The United States ◽  
Direct Patient Care ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Clinical Pharmacists ◽  
Family Medicine Residency ◽  
Clinician Educators

(1) Objective: To determine the change in prevalence of clinical pharmacists as clinician educators within family medicine residency programs (FMRPs) in North America and to describe their clinical, educational and administrative scope over time. (2) Methods: A systematic review of the literature was performed starting with an electronic search of PubMed and Embase for articles published between January 1980 and December 2019. Studies were included if they surveyed clinical pharmacists regarding their clinical, educational, or other roles in FMRPs in the United States or Canada. The primary outcome was the change in prevalence of clinical pharmacists in North America. Secondary outcomes included: demographic information of clinical pharmacists, change in the prevalence in Canada and United States, and descriptions of clinical services, educational roles, and other activities of clinical pharmacists within FMRPs. (3) Results: Of the 65 articles identified, six articles met the inclusion criteria. The prevalence of clinical pharmacists as clinician educators in FMRPs in North America has grown from 24% to 53% in the United States (U.S.) and from 14% to 47% in Canada over the study period. The clinical and educational roles are similar including: the direct patient care, clinical education, and interprofessional education and practice. (4) Conclusion: The prevalence of clinical pharmacists in FMRPs is growing across North America. Clinical pharmacists are highly educated and trained to support these clinician educator positions. While educational roles are consistent, clinical pharmacists’ patient care roles are unique to their clinical site and growing.

scholarly journals An Assessment of Family Medicine Residency Networks in the United States

2012 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 335-339
Author(s):  
Brett White ◽  
Patricia A. Carney ◽  
Roger Garvin
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Family Medicine ◽  
Faculty Development ◽  
Resource Sharing ◽  
Organizational Structures ◽  
The United States ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Major Function ◽  
Collaborative Ventures

Abstract Introduction Residency networks, comprising groups of residency programs organized as collaborative ventures or consortia, have existed in the United States for more than 30 years. At the same time, there have been no comparative assessments of their structures and functions. Objectives We conducted a survey of residency networks to assess their organizational structures and activities. Methods We identified 9 residency networks and designed a survey to specifically assess their organizational structures and activities. This survey was sent electronically to network leadership and all respective program directors in each residency network. The survey contained 6 areas of focus: (1) network history and administration; (2) network funding; (3) resource sharing and communication within the network; (4) network activities; (5) research within the network; and (6) strengths and weaknesses of the network. Results Of the 9 networks, 5 provided data, with 32 of a possible 51 residency programs (62.8%) responding. Respondents reported predominantly functioning as affiliated networks (76.3%) rather than collaborative ventures or consortia. The networks have a variety of funding streams and share resources. Conclusions A major function of residency networks is the sharing of resources, particularly in the area of faculty development, with 97.1% of respondents sharing faculty development resources. In addition, all residency networks were actively involved in research, and they participated in political advocacy and in enhancing the engagement of medical students. Networks have been successful at obtaining grants to support their infrastructure.

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 Residency Setting Association With Resident Substance Use Disorder Training: A CERA Secondary Data Analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 52 (3) ◽  
pp. 198-201
Author(s):  
Joshua St. Louis ◽  
Emma Worringer ◽  
Wendy B. Barr
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Family Medicine ◽  
Residency Program ◽  
Secondary Analysis ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
The United States ◽  
Resident Training ◽  
Addiction Medicine ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Family Medicine Residency

Background and Objectives: As the opioid crisis worsens across the United States, the factors that impact physician training in management of substance use disorders become more relevant. A thorough understanding of these factors is necessary for family medicine residency programs to inform their own residency curricula. The objective of our study was to identify factors that correlate with increased residency training in addiction medicine across a broad sample of family medicine residencies. Methods: We performed secondary analysis of a national family medicine residency program director survey conducted in 2015-2016 (CERA Survey PD-8). We obtained data from the Council of Academic Family Medicine Educational Research Alliance (CERA) Data Clearinghouse. We analyzed residency clinic site designation as a patient-centered medical home (PCMH), federally-qualified health center (FQHC), or both, for their correlation with faculty member possession of DEA-X buprenorphine waiver license, as well as required residency curriculum in addiction medicine. Results: Residency programs situated in an FQHC were more likely to have faculty members who possessed DEA-X buprenorphine waiver licenses (P=.025). Residency clinics that were both a PCMH as well as an FQHC also correlated strongly (P=.001). Furthermore, residencies with faculty who possessed a DEA-X license were significantly more likely to have a required curriculum in addiction medicine (P=.002). Conclusions: Our quantitative secondary analysis of CERA survey data of family medicine residency program directors revealed that resident training in addiction medicine is strongly correlated with both residency clinic setting (FQHC or FQHC/PCMH) as well as residency faculty possession of DEA-X licenses.

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