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Development and implementation of an innovative intern training programme
P G Gibson1, B R Nair, C Davies
1Junior Doctors' Education and Training (JET) Committee, John Hunter Hospital, Hunter Area Health Service, New South Wales, Australia.
Medical Education
|May 1, 1995
Summary
A structured medical education program for interns improved learning module attendance to 67% and clinical attachment attendance to 27%. This feasible program, using adult learning principles, was well-received and relevant for intern training.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Intern Training
- Healthcare Professional Development
Background:
- Quality of medical education during internship is a significant concern.
- Need for structured educational interventions for interns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe and evaluate a structured educational program for interns.
- To assess the feasibility and reception of the program by interns.
Main Methods:
- Program incorporated learning modules, clinical attachments, and bedside teaching.
- Interns organized clinical attachments with willing supervisors.
- Attendance and quality ratings were collected.
Main Results:
- Learning module attendance averaged 67%; clinical attachment attendance was 27%.
- Both learning modules and clinical attachments received high ratings for quality and clinical relevance.
- The program was feasible and well-received by interns.
Conclusions:
- Structured educational programs based on adult learning methods are effective for interns.
- Integrating intern training into the work week and utilizing intern feedback are crucial.
- Hospitals should consider implementing such structured programs for intern allocation.