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A process for developing a rural training track
J R Damos1, L A Sanner, C Christman
1Department of Family Medicine, University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA. jdamos@verona.fammed.wisc.edu
Family Medicine
|March 12, 1998
Summary
The University of Wisconsin-Madison established a rural training track (RTT) by developing site criteria, curriculum, and faculty programs. This process facilitates rural medical education and physician training in underserved areas.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Rural Health Training
Background:
- The University of Wisconsin-Madison Family Practice Residency Program sought to expand training opportunities.
- Establishing a Rural Training Track (RTT) was identified as a strategic initiative.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail the comprehensive process of establishing the first RTT in Baraboo, Wisconsin.
- To provide a replicable model for other residency programs aiming to create RTTs.
Main Methods:
- Formed a core planning group to define rural site selection criteria.
- Collaborated with the state Area Health Education Center and developed budget and telecommunication plans.
- Created a specific residency curriculum and accreditation documentation, including faculty development.
Main Results:
- Successfully established a new rural training track in Baraboo, Wisconsin.
- Developed detailed criteria for site selection, faculty, and curriculum.
- Prepared for participation in the National Residency Matching Program.
Conclusions:
- The described systematic approach enables the successful establishment of rural training tracks.
- This initiative enhances medical residency training in rural settings, addressing physician shortages.