The Importance of a Diverse Neurology Clerkship Leadership Team
Author Information
Author(s): Paul Ashley MD, Doris G. Leung MD, PhD, Carlos G. Romo MD, Vinay Chaudhry MD, Justin C. Mcarthur, Eric H. Kossoff MD, Jessica Nance MD, MS, Charlene E. Gamaldo MD, Rachel Marie E. Salas MD, MEd
Primary Institution: Johns Hopkins University
Hypothesis
How can a diverse leadership team improve the neurology clerkship experience?
Conclusion
A diverse and well-structured leadership team enhances the neurology clerkship, leading to increased student satisfaction and interest in neurology careers.
Supporting Evidence
- Student satisfaction with the neurology clerkship increased from 39.2% in 2017 to 63.4% in 2022.
- The number of medical students applying for neurology residency programs at Johns Hopkins has doubled in the past decade.
- Over 60% of the current medical student body identifies as female, reflecting a commitment to diversity.
Takeaway
Having a team of different people in charge of teaching neurology helps students learn better and want to become neurologists.
Methodology
A historical exploration of educational practices in the Neurology Department at Johns Hopkins University over the past 43 years.
Limitations
The study is based on historical data and may not reflect current practices or outcomes in other institutions.
Participant Demographics
The leadership team includes a diverse range of individuals, with over 60% of the current medical student body identifying as female and nearly 19% as underrepresented in medicine.
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