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The internal medicine subinternship: a curriculum needs assessment.
Robert Sidlow1, Alex J Mechaber, Shalini Reddy
1Department of Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY 10461, USA. rsidlow@aecom.tu.edu
Journal of General Internal Medicine
|July 23, 2002
Summary
Medical subinternship programs often lack clear learning objectives. This study surveyed key stakeholders to identify essential competencies, providing a foundation for curriculum development in undergraduate medical education.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Undergraduate Medical Training
Background:
- The internal medicine subinternship is widely accepted in undergraduate medical education.
- However, many programs lack defined learning objectives for this crucial rotation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and prioritize essential competencies for the medical subinternship rotation.
- To inform the development of a structured curriculum for this undergraduate medical training experience.
Main Methods:
- A survey was conducted among three key educational stakeholder groups.
- Participants included subinternship directors, residency program directors, and housestaff.
Main Results:
- The study identified and prioritized core competencies for the subinternship.
- Stakeholder input is crucial for defining learning objectives.
Conclusions:
- A structured curriculum for the fourth-year medical subinternship is needed.
- This study offers a starting point for developing such a curriculum based on identified competencies.