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An internal review of a residency training program.

C J Bland, J E Stoller, E W Ciriacy

Annual Conference on Research in Medical Education. Conference on Research in Medical Education

|January 1, 1977

Summary

An internal evaluation of six residency units led to program and standard changes. The modified Provus approach evaluation model is recommended for other family practice programs.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Family Medicine Training
Healthcare Program Evaluation

Background:

Residency programs require continuous quality improvement.
Internal evaluations are crucial for enhancing training standards.
The University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals' Family Practice and Community Health program sought to refine its structure.

Purpose of the Study:

To report on an internal evaluation of six residency units.
To detail program and standard modifications resulting from the evaluation.
To assess the utility of a modified Provus approach for residency program evaluation.

Main Methods:

A modified Provus approach was employed for the internal evaluation.
Six distinct residency units within the program participated.
Data collection and analysis focused on identifying areas for improvement.

Main Results:

Significant changes were implemented in both the residency program structure and its established standards.
The modified Provus approach proved effective in identifying key areas for enhancement.
Challenges and benefits associated with the evaluation process were documented.

Conclusions:

Internal evaluations are vital for effective residency program development.
The modified Provus approach offers a viable model for other family medicine residency programs.
Programmatic and standard adjustments can optimize healthcare training outcomes.

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