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Acceptability and educational impact of a peer feedback model for significant event analysis
John McKay1, Annabel Shepherd, Paul Bowie
1Department of Postgraduate Medicine, Division of Community-based Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK. john.mckay@nes.scot.nhs.uk
Medical Education
|January 6, 2009
Summary
External peer feedback for general practitioners (GPs) is acceptable and enhances learning, particularly in analyzing significant events. Training for peer reviewers could improve educational gains. This model supports reflective learning in appraisals.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Healthcare Quality Improvement
- Professional Development
Background:
- NHS Scotland introduced an external peer review model for significant event analysis in 1998 to support general practitioners (GPs).
- Engagement with this feedback model has grown, yet participant experiences and educational impact remain under-researched.
- Understanding these aspects is crucial for the role of external feedback in appraisal and revalidation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the acceptability and educational impact of the external feedback model on participating GPs.
- To gather insights into the views and experiences of GPs engaging with peer feedback.
Main Methods:
- Conducted semi-structured interviews with nine GPs, sampled for diverse learning needs (low, moderate, high).
- Analyzed transcribed interviews to identify themes related to acceptability and educational outcomes.
Main Results:
- The external peer feedback system is generally well-accepted by GPs and complements the appraisal process.
- Positive educational outcomes were observed, especially in technical knowledge for significant event analysis.
- Suggestions included enhanced training for peer reviewers to maximize educational benefits and debate on using feedback for formal assessment.
Conclusions:
- Findings support the acceptability and educational value of external peer review for GPs.
- Integrating this model with national appraisal systems can strengthen the demonstration of reflective learning practices.
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