Curriculum innovation: Interactive educational workshop improves neurology resident knowledge of multiple sclerosis

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Neurology
• Clinical Practice

Background:

• Neurology residency training requires a strong foundation in multiple sclerosis (MS) for effective patient care.
• A case-based, interactive workshop was developed to enhance resident knowledge of MS diagnosis and management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the effectiveness of an interactive, case-based educational workshop in improving neurology residents' knowledge of multiple sclerosis.
• To assess the impact of the workshop on residents' clinical and theoretical understanding of MS.

Main Methods:

• A 4-hour in-person workshop was delivered to neurology residents, covering core MS topics.
• Interactive online polls and case-based questions were used during the workshop.
• Pre- and post-workshop tests were administered, with results analyzed using paired t-tests and RITE exam score comparisons.

Main Results:

• Post-workshop scores significantly improved, with a mean increase of 2.52 points (p<.0001).
• Residents demonstrated a 136.8% improvement in RITE exam percentile rank after the workshop compared to the previous year's didactic program.

Conclusions:

• Interactive, case-based workshops are effective in enhancing resident education in multiple sclerosis.
• Incorporating such workshops into residency curricula can improve understanding of MS and potentially patient outcomes.