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An evaluation of research training in a large residency program
R J Rydman1, R J Zalenski, J K Fagan
1Department of Emergency Medicine, Cook County Hospital, USA.
Summary
A new research curriculum significantly improved emergency medicine residents' knowledge and skills. Participants demonstrated higher rates of research proposal completion compared to historical controls, suggesting the program
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Emergency Medicine Research Training
Background:
- Effective research training is crucial for emergency medicine residents.
- Traditional mentorship models may require augmentation to enhance research skills.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of a structured research curriculum on emergency medicine residents' knowledge and skill acquisition.
- To assess the effect of the curriculum on research proposal development rates.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional, descriptive analysis was conducted at a university-affiliated emergency medicine residency program.
- A new curriculum, based on a SAEM model, included research methodology and computer applications.
- Seventeen first-year residents participated; their research proposal rates were compared to 26 historical controls.
Main Results:
- Resident attendance averaged 82%, with significant self-perceived knowledge gains in study design, planning, and microcomputer applications.
- A strong correlation was observed between session attendance and post-course examination scores.
- Seventy-six percent of participants completed a research proposal within four months, compared to 23% of controls (p < 0.05).
Conclusions:
- Residents reported satisfaction and demonstrated improved research knowledge and skills.
- The research curriculum significantly increased the rate of research proposal preparation.
- This educational intervention shows potential to enhance traditional faculty mentorship for research development.