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The impact of a rotation in geriatrics during the internship on young doctors
1Shmuel Harofe Hospital, Geriatric Medical Center, PO Box 2, Beer-Yakov, Israel
Abstract:
We initiated a study aimed to evaluate the impact of a rotation in geriatrics during the internship (Preregistration Year-PY). A total of 46 young doctors who completed a month's rotation in geriatrics during the 5 year period 1993-1997 were located and sent a mail questionnaire. It included queries on how they appreciate the contribution of the rotation on their training. A total of 36 doctors (78%) responded, 94% mentioned they learned new skills and ranked them as highly important, and 91% affirmed that the experience in the geriatric ward contributed to a more positive attitude toward elderly patients. A total of 86% stated they would recommend young graduates to elect a geriatric rotation, 56% believe it should be included as an obligatory rotation during the PY. Based on this survey we concluded that a month's rotation in geriatrics is an important contribution to young graduates' medical education before entering practice. In view of the increasing number of elderly patients in most medical fields such experience should be fostered.
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