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Incorporating population medicine into primary care residency training
Wayne S Dysinger1, Valerie King, Tina C Foster
1Department of Preventive Medicine, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA 92350, USA. wdysinge@llu.edu
Family Medicine
|July 16, 2011
Summary
Integrating formal preventive medicine training into family medicine residencies enhances primary care physicians
Area of Science:
- Primary Care Medicine
- Preventive Medicine
- Medical Education
Background:
- Primary care physicians require expanded population health and systems-based medicine competencies.
- Formal training in preventive medicine is a key strategy to meet this educational need.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate integrated family medicine and preventive medicine residency programs.
- To assess the impact of dual training on resident competencies and career outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Identified three family medicine residencies with formal integrated pathways for dual certification.
- Analyzed structured curriculum and training approaches for dual residency programs.
Main Results:
- 26 graduates completed combined residencies; 22 are board-certified in preventive medicine.
- Graduates utilize both clinical and population medicine skills in diverse settings.
- Dual training positively impacts job acquisition and satisfaction.
Conclusions:
- Integrated preventive medicine training is a viable method to enhance population medicine competencies in primary care.
- This model should be considered in primary care residency redesign discussions.
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