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Development of a resident training module for systematic optic disc evaluation in glaucoma.

Simon K Law¹, Diana A Tamboli, Yvonne Ou

¹Jules Stein Eye Institute, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA. law@jsei.ucla.edu

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|May 24, 2011

Summary

A new training module significantly improved ophthalmology residents' ability to systematically evaluate optic discs (disc) for glaucoma. This systematic disc evaluation enhances resident learning and training program assessment.

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Medical Education
Glaucoma Diagnosis

Background:

Accurate optic disc evaluation is crucial for diagnosing glaucoma.
Standardized training methods are needed to improve residents' diagnostic skills.
Current assessment of resident competency in optic disc evaluation can be subjective.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the impact of a systematic optic disc (disc) evaluation training module on ophthalmology residents.
To provide an objective measure for evaluating resident learning and training program effectiveness.

Main Methods:

A training module was developed, including a computer-based course, pre- and post-course tests using disc photographs, and a checklist.
The checklist focused on 8 key areas of disc evaluation pertinent to glaucoma.
Residents from two programs completed the module and were assessed on checklist scores and glaucoma evaluation scores.

Main Results:

Mean checklist scores significantly improved post-training for all residents and those with two years of experience.
Precourse glaucoma evaluation scores increased with each year of residency training.
One program demonstrated a significantly higher mean postcourse glaucoma evaluation score.

Conclusions:

A systematic disc evaluation module can enhance residents' ability to assess optic discs.
The module offers an objective method to monitor resident progress and training program outcomes.
This approach allows for comparative analysis of resident performance across different training programs.