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Effectiveness of an Interprofessional and Multidisciplinary Musculoskeletal Training Program
Journal of Graduate Medical Education
|July 15, 2016
Summary
An innovative interdisciplinary musculoskeletal (MSK) curriculum improved residents' clinical skills and confidence in evaluating and managing MSK conditions. The program was well-accepted by trainees across multiple specialties.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Musculoskeletal Medicine
- Interdisciplinary Healthcare
Background:
- Musculoskeletal (MSK) problems are prevalent, necessitating novel educational and collaborative models.
- Evidence is needed on the feasibility and acceptability of innovative MSK care approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the acceptability, feasibility, and effectiveness of an experimental immersion interdisciplinary MSK curriculum.
- To evaluate its impact on residents' clinical skills in musculoskeletal care.
Main Methods:
- Developed a Center of Excellence in MSK Care and Education with monthly "MSK Education Week" immersion.
- Included internal medicine, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and orthopaedic surgery residents.
- Utilized surveys and objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) for assessment.
Main Results:
- 176 trainees participated since 2012.
- Significant improvement in ability to evaluate shoulder and knee complaints (9% to 87% and 18% to 86%, respectively).
- Increased confidence in performing MSK injections (10% to 70%) and confirmed competency via OSCEs.
Conclusions:
- The MSK Education Week program was successfully accepted by residents from three core specialties.
- Learners reported enhanced skills in shoulder and knee examinations, validated by objective assessments.
