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Physician reentry: a concept whose time has come.

Karen E Adams1, Richard Allen, Joanna M Cain

  • 1Department of OBGYN and Division of GME/CME, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon 97239, USA. adamsk@ohsu.edu

Obstetrics and Gynecology
|May 2, 2008
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This study presents a physician reentry program to refresh skills for obstetric and gynecology specialists returning to practice after a leave. The model aims to reintegrate experienced physicians without impacting current medical training.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Physician Workforce
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Background:

  • Physicians may take voluntary leaves of absence from obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) practice.
  • Re-entry into the OB/GYN workforce after a leave can be challenging.
  • Innovative programs are needed to support physician return to practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe an innovative retraining program for OB/GYN physicians returning after a leave of absence.
  • To outline a model for structuring and administering such physician reentry programs.
  • To facilitate the return of experienced physicians to the OB/GYN workforce.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a retraining program for three physicians returning to OB/GYN practice.
  • Established a protocol for application and acceptance, including an admissions committee and fellowship director.

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  • Considered candidate selection, faculty support, needs assessment, curriculum development, and administration.

    • Main Results:

    • Successfully accepted three retrainees into the program.
    • The program did not affect existing training opportunities for medical students and residents.
    • A structured protocol for candidate selection and program administration was implemented.

    Conclusions:

    • Physician reentry programs are essential for retaining experienced OB/GYN specialists.
    • The described model provides a framework for establishing similar programs.
    • Encouraging other institutions to adopt this model can help return valuable physicians to practice.