The medical student catch-22: Preparedness for residency vs. patient safety

The July Effect is a relatively well-known reference to the influx of new trainees entering hospital systems annually on the first of the month. Researchers have attempted to investigate the impact of the new trainees on patient outcomes with divergent conclusions. Despite the ongoing debate, educators in medicine recognized the need to prepare medical students for day 1 of residency training, by establishing core competencies to evaluate the preparedness of students. One such example of this is the American Associated of Medical Colleges (AAMC) publication, Core Entrustable Professional Activities for Entering Residency. A quick glance through the Faculty and Leaners’ Guide shows the 13 entrustable professional activities (EPAs) identified by the AAMC as basic skills every medical school graduate should possess. The one that caught my eye was EPA 12: Perform general procedures of a physician. Continue reading ... Your patients are rating you online: How to respond. Manage your online reputation: A social media guide. Find out how.
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