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Education in Nephrology Fellowship: A Survey-Based Needs Assessment
Robert W Rope1, Kurtis A Pivert2, Mark G Parker3
1Division of Nephrology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California; robrope@stanford.edu.
Journal of the American Society of Nephrology : JASN
|April 22, 2017
Summary
Nephrology fellows desire improved training in areas like home dialysis and pathology. Enhancing educational resources and methods is crucial for preparing future kidney care specialists.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Nephrology Fellowship Training
- Graduate Medical Education
Background:
- Educational needs assessments in nephrology fellowship are scarce.
- Current training may not fully address evolving challenges in kidney care.
Purpose of the Study:
- Assess nephrology fellows' perceptions of current educational needs.
- Identify interest in novel educational modalities.
- Quantify educational resources utilized by fellows and programs.
Main Methods:
- A seven-question electronic survey was distributed to US-based nephrology fellows.
- Survey administered in conjunction with the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Nephrology Fellows Survey.
- 37% of fellows in ACGME-accredited positions responded (320/863).
Main Results:
- Most fellows rated teaching quality as "good" or "excellent".
- 55% of second-year fellows felt "fully prepared" for independent practice.
- Fellows expressed interest in enhanced instruction in home dialysis, ultrasonography, and pathology, supporting interventions for pathology and more physiology/clinical review time.
Conclusions:
- Nephrology fellows identify specific gaps in their current training.
- There is a need for innovation in fellowship education to better prepare nephrologists.
- Improved training is essential for addressing the increasing complexities of kidney care.
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