| Autor: |
Salman J. Yousuf, Nguyen S. Nguyen, Monika Farhangi Oskuei, John Kwagyan, Leslie S. Jones |
| Jazyk: |
angličtina |
| Rok vydání: |
2023 |
| Předmět: |
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| Zdroj: |
Journal of Academic Ophthalmology, Vol 15, Iss 01, Pp e51-e55 (2023) |
| Druh dokumentu: |
article |
| ISSN: |
2475-4757 |
| DOI: |
10.1055/s-0043-1760831 |
| Popis: |
Introduction We created a virtual rotation to facilitate the exposure of ophthalmology to medical students and serve as a pilot program to help attract students from under-represented in medicine (URM) backgrounds. In addition to the rotation eliminating the financial burdens associated with in-person away rotations, we offered a not-for-credit (i.e., drop-in) option that included sessions outside the typical clinic hours. This option reduced scheduling conflicts as a barrier to enrollment and allowed junior medical students and postgraduates to participate and hopefully further develop an interest in ophthalmology. Methods Before the rotation, participants completed a pre-test and a survey to collect data on learners' backgrounds and interest in applying for ophthalmology residency. The rotation included live lectures, case-based discussions, chart reviews, and guided self-study. Following the rotation, participants completed a post-test and a survey to query applicants on the online rotation's utility and delivery. Results Eleven learners enrolled in the course and completed the prerotation survey and test. Approximately one-third (4/11; 36%) were URM students and two-thirds (7/11; 64%) were female. All responded they were planning to apply for ophthalmology residency. All responded they strongly agreed that the rotation increased their general knowledge in ophthalmology, and 89% (9/11) strongly agreed that it improved their ability to diagnose and manage actual patients. Nearly all (7/8; 87.5%) strongly agreed the rotation provided the opportunity to seek support for the residency application process, and all found the online platform reliable and easy to access. Exam scores improved significantly from pre- to post-tests (60 vs. 79%; p |
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