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Setup and Execution of the Rapid Cycle Deliberate Practice Death Notification Curriculum

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Morning report: combining education with patient handover.

H Sanfey¹, B Stiles, T Hedrick

¹Department of Surgery, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville 22908, USA. has9s@virginia.edu

The Surgeon : Journal of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Ireland

|May 21, 2008

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Morning report (MR) enhances surgical resident training by fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills within work hour restrictions. This educational tool offers immediate feedback in a supportive environment, though further studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Surgical Training
Learning Theory

Background:

Resident work hour restrictions necessitate innovative training methods.
Morning report (MR) was implemented to ensure patient care continuity and resident education.
MR evolved into a key educational component for surgical residents.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the rationale and instructional design of MR.
To explore MR's role in resident team building and leadership.
To examine MR's effectiveness as an educational tool.

Main Methods:

Chief residents led the design of the MR format.
A resident-driven approach was prioritized over faculty-led didactics.
Initial challenges involved scheduling and format design.

Main Results:

Morning report provides a platform for residents to enhance knowledge and skills.
Residents gain experience in leadership, presentation, and problem-solving.
The format supports preparation for clinical challenges with immediate feedback.

Conclusions:

MR offers significant teaching advantages in a supportive setting.
Further research is required to quantify the educational effectiveness of MR.
Anecdotal evidence suggests MR improves resident preparedness and skills.