Neurology Clinician-Educator Program
Author Information
Author(s): Mustafa Rafid MD, Braksick Sherri A. MD, Cutsforth-Gregory Jeremy K. MD, Burkholder David B. MD, Flanagan Eoin P. MBBCh, Graff-Radford Jonathan MD, Boes Christopher J. MD, Leep Hunderfund Andrea N. MD, MHPE, Jones Lyell K. MD, Coon Elizabeth A. MD
Primary Institution: Mayo Clinic
Hypothesis
Is a longitudinal curriculum effective in enhancing the teaching skills of neurology residents?
Conclusion
The Neurology Clinician-Educator Program improved resident satisfaction with teaching opportunities and enhanced their teaching skills.
Supporting Evidence
- Residents reported higher satisfaction with teaching skills after the program.
- Significant improvement in self-assessment of teaching skills was observed.
- Eight residents completed the program and initiated capstone education projects.
Takeaway
This study created a special program to help neurology doctors learn how to teach better, and it worked well!
Methodology
The program involved immersive experiences and surveys to measure satisfaction and skill development.
Potential Biases
Self-assessment bias may affect the reported improvements in teaching skills.
Limitations
The study's results could be influenced by changes in residency leadership and other curricula.
Participant Demographics
Senior neurology residents at Mayo Clinic.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.007
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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