Utility of Combining a Simulation-Based Method With a Lecture-Based Method for Fundoscopy Training in Neurology Residency.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

Fundoscopic examination is an essential component of the neurologic examination. Competence in its performance is mandated as a required clinical skill for neurology residents by the American Council of Graduate Medical Education. Government and private insurance agencies require its performance and documentation for moderate- and high-level neurologic evaluations. Traditionally, assessment and teaching of this key clinical examination technique have been difficult in neurology residency training.

Objective

To evaluate the utility of a simulation-based method and the traditional lecture-based method for assessment and teaching of fundoscopy to neurology residents.

Design, setting, and participants

This study was a prospective, single-blinded, education rese

SUBMITTER: Gupta DK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5822185 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature