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Structuring Research Rotations to Facilitate Surgery Residents' Academic Productivity
Luise I Pernar1, Teviah E Sachs1, Jennifer F Tseng1
1Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts; Department of Surgery, Boston Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts.
Journal of Surgical Education
|August 9, 2021
Summary
Structured research rotations increased general surgery resident engagement in research activities without extending training. This model supports resident research productivity and engagement.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Surgical Research
Background:
- General surgery residents often lack dedicated time for research.
- Integrating research into residency training is crucial for academic careers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To enhance research opportunities for general surgery residents.
- To facilitate resident research without requiring dedicated time out of clinical training.
Main Methods:
- Implemented structured, four-week research rotations for interns and PGY 4 residents.
- Interns had no clinical duties; PGY 4 residents shadowed mentors.
- Research projects were pre-planned to maximize productivity.
Main Results:
- 10 interns and 11 PGY 4 residents completed rotations since AY 2019-2020.
- 6 PGY 4 residents engaged in research for the first time.
- Projects spanned basic science, clinical outcomes, quality improvement, and education.
Conclusions:
- Dedicated research rotations successfully increased resident engagement in research.
- This model offers a straightforward approach for programs to boost resident research productivity without extending training duration.
