"Giving Them the Right Tools:" Obstetrics and Gynecology Program Directors' Perspectives on Resident Remediation

Resident remediation is a multifaceted process requiring tailored and individualized interventions. Our study aimed to better understand the remediation process, from initiation to conclusion, from the perspective of program directors.

We conducted individual, semi-structured interviews with obstetrics and gynecology program directors nationwide and identified themes around resident remediation using thematic analysis.

We interviewed participants virtually from a variety of geographic regions across the country at academic and community hospitals.

Participants were required to be current residency program directors or associate program directors in obstetrics-gynecology.

Ten respondents were included. Key themes emerged in our interviews, including the role of the Clinical Competency Committee in evaluation and identification of residents in need of remediation, lack of standardized documentation practices, concerns regarding limited engagement of faculty and residents, and difficulties in remediating professionalism concerns.

Our findings highlight the need for structured remediation protocols, increased faculty engagement, and standardized support systems to optimize residency remediation outcomes.