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The Texas Family Practice Residency Program: a profile
1Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Austin 78711.
Texas Medicine
|May 1, 1990
Summary
The Texas Family Practice Residency Program, established in 1977, has grown significantly, increasing family physician training and improving healthcare access in underserved areas. It has trained 1,174 physicians by 1988.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Public Health Policy
- Rural Health
Background:
- Established by the 65th Texas Legislature in 1977.
- Aimed to boost family physician training and healthcare access in underserved regions.
- Texas has seen substantial growth in family practice residency programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the history and impact of the Texas Family Practice Residency Program.
- To analyze the program's effectiveness in addressing healthcare disparities.
- To discuss the program's administrative structure and future trajectory.
Main Methods:
- Historical review of program development.
- Analysis of program growth and graduate numbers.
- Discussion of administrative and effectiveness aspects.
Main Results:
- The number of family practice residency programs in Texas increased from 12 to 25 over 12 years.
- The program produced 1,174 graduates by September 1988.
- Demonstrated growth in physician training capacity.
Conclusions:
- The Texas Family Practice Residency Program has expanded significantly since its inception.
- The program plays a crucial role in training family physicians for underserved areas.
- Continued evaluation is needed to ensure ongoing effectiveness and future development.