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Kathryn J Smith1, Michelle Z Farland1, Mary Edwards2
1University of Florida College of Pharmacy, P.O. Box 100486, Gainesville, FL 32610, United States.
Currents in Pharmacy Teaching & Learning
|July 23, 2021
Summary
This study reviewed 277 articles on assessing professionalism in health professions. Current methods lack alignment with recommendations, with gaps in longitudinal and interprofessional assessments.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Health Professions Education
- Professionalism Assessment
Background:
- Professionalism is a core competency in health professions.
- Assessing professionalism is crucial for developing competent healthcare practitioners.
- Existing literature on assessment methods needs comprehensive classification.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically identify and categorize methods used for assessing professionalism in health profession degree programs.
- To pinpoint gaps in the current literature regarding professionalism assessment strategies.
Main Methods:
- A scoping review of articles published up to January 2024 was conducted.
- Articles describing professionalism assessment in health professions were included.
- Assessments were classified by profession, timing, feedback, type, dimension, and Kirkpatrick hierarchy.
Main Results:
- 277 articles were analyzed, predominantly from medical education.
- Common assessment types included rating scales, reflections, and observed encounters.
- Ethical practice and patient interactions were frequently assessed dimensions.
Conclusions:
- Current professionalism assessment schemes do not align with international recommendations.
- Gaps exist in admissions assessment, longitudinal tracking, and interprofessional education settings.
- Further research is needed to develop comprehensive and aligned assessment strategies.
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