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Training gynaecological teaching associates.

C R Beckmann1, B M Barzansky, B F Sharf

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago 60612.

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|March 1, 1988
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The Gynecological Teaching Associate (GTA) method effectively trains medical professionals in women's reproductive health evaluations. This paper details a successful GTA training program, offering a model for other institutions.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Gynecology
  • Women's Health Training

Background:

  • The Gynecological Teaching Associate (GTA) method is a widely adopted instructional strategy for teaching reproductive health evaluation skills.
  • This method is utilized in over 90% of medical schools in the US and Canada, signifying substantial investment in educational resources.
  • The efficacy of the GTA method is significantly influenced by the quality of the training programs for GTAs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the successful GTA training program at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
  • To provide insights that can assist medical educators and planners in developing or sustaining GTA programs.
  • To offer a replicable model for GTA training in resource-constrained academic environments.

Main Methods:

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  • Description of a 3-year-old, successfully operating GTA training program.
  • Focus on the curriculum and operational aspects of the training.
  • Details on the structure and outcomes of the program at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Main Results:

  • The program has successfully trained 18 GTAs over three years.
  • These GTAs annually train approximately 450 medical students and residents.
  • The program demonstrates sustained success and effectiveness in its operational period.

Conclusions:

  • The described GTA training program has proven effective and sustainable.
  • The program serves as a valuable resource for other institutions seeking to implement or enhance similar training initiatives.
  • Sharing this model can support the continuation of essential medical training despite financial challenges.