Education research: neurology training reassessed. The 2011 American Academy of Neurology Resident Survey results.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To assess the strengths and weaknesses of neurology resident education using survey methodology.

Methods

A 27-question survey was sent to all neurology residents completing residency training in the United States in 2011.

Results

Of eligible respondents, 49.8% of residents returned the survey. Most residents believed previously instituted duty hour restrictions had a positive impact on resident quality of life without impacting patient care. Most residents rated their faculty and clinical didactics favorably. However, many residents reported suboptimal preparation in basic neuroscience and practice management issues. Most residents (71%) noted that the Residency In-service Training Examination (RITE) assisted in self-study. A minority of residents (14%) repo

SUBMITTER: Johnson NE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4098835 | biostudies-literature | 2012 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature