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Increased faculty presence on inpatient teaching services.
Michael P Phy1, Kenneth P Offord, Dennis M Manning
1Inpatient Internal Medicine Program, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, Minn 55905, USA.
Mayo Clinic Proceedings
|March 11, 2004
Summary
Increased faculty presence in internal medicine residency programs positively impacts resident satisfaction, learning, and autonomy. Higher faculty availability leads to better educational experiences and team dynamics.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Internal Medicine Residency Programs
Background:
- Faculty presence is crucial for resident learning and development.
- Concerns exist regarding the impact of faculty availability on resident experience.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the influence of faculty presence (afternoon/evening) on resident perceptions of learning, autonomy, and satisfaction.
- To determine if faculty presence has a positive or negative effect on resident experience.
Main Methods:
- A survey was administered to internal medicine residents from January 1 to June 30, 1999.
- The primary outcome measured was resident satisfaction in relation to observed faculty presence.
Main Results:
- 156 out of 180 surveys were returned (86.7% response rate).
- Increased faculty presence correlated positively with resident satisfaction, educational value, team dynamics, quality of care, and autonomy.
- Higher faculty presence reduced reported difficulties with teaching and efficiency.
Conclusions:
- Increased faculty presence is associated with enhanced resident satisfaction.
- A greater faculty presence contributes to a more favorable learning experience for residents.