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Resident physician mentoring program in ophthalmology: the Tennessee experience
James C Tsai1, Paul P Lee, Sue Chasteen
1Department of Ophthalmology, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY, USA. jct2002@columbia.edu
Archives of Ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
|February 16, 2006
Summary
A 4-month ophthalmology mentorship program improved residents' attitudes toward medical organizations and increased their interest in political engagement and practice management resources.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Ophthalmology
- Health Policy
Background:
- Resident physicians in ophthalmology require career guidance in practice management.
- Engaging future eye physicians in the legislative process is crucial for the profession.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a mentoring program for ophthalmology residents.
- To provide career guidance in practice management.
- To explore methods for involving future eye physicians in policy and politics.
Main Methods:
- A multicenter prospective study involved 24 ophthalmology residents in Tennessee.
- Participants were divided into active mentorship, passive mentorship, and no mentorship groups.
- Surveys assessed changes in perceptions before and after a 4-month program.
Main Results:
- The active mentorship group showed improved attitudes toward medical organizations (P<.03).
- Active mentees were more willing to make political donations (P<.05).
- Residents desired more practice management programs from the Tennessee Academy of Ophthalmology (P<.02).
Conclusions:
- A brief mentorship program positively influences residents' views on professional organizations.
- Longer, more intensive programs may yield greater benefits.
- Mentorship can enhance engagement in practice management and policy.
