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Career planning for pediatric residents
H T Abelson1, L Blewett, W W Tunnessen
1Department of Pediatrics, Pritzker School of Medicine, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA. habelson@peds.bsd.uchicago.edu
Pediatrics
|May 23, 2001
Summary
Pediatric residents can now access a dedicated website for comprehensive career planning. This online resource provides crucial information and links to aid in making informed decisions about pediatric careers.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Pediatric Residency Training
Background:
- Pediatric residents often delay career planning or lack comprehensive information.
- Existing resources may not fully cover all aspects of career decision-making.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce an internet-accessible website for pediatric resident career planning.
- To provide a centralized and easily accessible platform for career development information.
Main Methods:
- Development of an online resource for pediatric career planning.
- Integration of links to external internet resources for comprehensive information.
Main Results:
- The website offers easy access to career planning information for all pediatric residents.
- The online format allows for rapid updates and additions of new information.
Conclusions:
- The developed website serves as a valuable tool for pediatric residents' career planning.
- Online platforms offer superior flexibility and comprehensiveness compared to traditional resources.
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