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Global health training in ophthalmology residency programs
Peter G Coombs1, Brad H Feldman2, Andreas K Lauer3
1Department of Ophthalmology, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, New York.
Journal of Surgical Education
|June 16, 2015
Summary
Ophthalmology residency programs recognize global health
Area of Science:
- Global Health Education
- Ophthalmology Residency Training
Background:
- Medical students increasingly value global health opportunities.
- Ophthalmology residency programs face challenges in implementing global health education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate current global health education and international electives in ophthalmology residency.
- To identify barriers to global health implementation in ophthalmology resident education.
Main Methods:
- A web-based survey was distributed to 116 accredited ophthalmology residency program directors.
- The survey assessed participation in global health and international electives.
Main Results:
- 51% of program directors responded, with 63% noting student interest in global health.
- 55% reported developing international electives, citing financial support and resident coverage as key barriers.
- Program directors requested ACGME recognition and resources for international electives.
Conclusions:
- Ophthalmology program directors acknowledge the importance of global health for trainees.
- Despite barriers, there is significant interest in developing global health resources and opportunities.
Keywords:
Interpersonal and Communication SkillsMedical KnowledgePatient CarePractice-Based Learning and ImprovementProfessionalismSystems-Based Practiceglobal healthinternational electivesophthalmologyresidency program curriculumsurveyMore Related Videos
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