Impact of Expansion of PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program From 2 to 4 Residents

2020 ◽  
pp. 089719002091293
Author(s):  
Alison Brophy ◽  
Jessica Bente ◽  
Kristine Sobolewski ◽  
Doug DeStefano ◽  
Jennifer Costello
Keyword(s):  
Residency Program ◽  
Adverse Drug Events ◽  
Community Outreach ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Educational Outreach ◽  
Allied Health Professionals ◽  
Clinical Interventions ◽  
Outreach Programs ◽  
Quantitative Analyses ◽  
The Mean

Purpose: To evaluate the benefits of postgraduate year 1 (PGY1) pharmacy residency program expansion on clinical outcomes, pharmacy services, educational outreach, costs, and preceptor time at a community teaching hospital. Methods: During academic years 2014 to 2016, two PGY1 resident positions existed, expanding to four PGY1 resident positions during 2016 to 2018. Quantitative analyses comparing the aforementioned periods evaluated clinical interventions, adverse drug events prevented, community and hospital educational programs provided, departmental costs, and documented preceptor hours as a result of program growth. The outcomes were assessed using descriptive statistics. Results: The mean number of documented clinical interventions completed by the resident classes with two residents was 2906 when compared to 5324 with four residents. The mean number of prevented adverse drug events was 56 during the years with two residents and 220 in the years with four residents. The number of community outreach programs increased from 2 to 18 per year. The number of resident lectures provided to allied health professionals increased from 11 to 16 sessions per year. The net economic impact associated with two residents in 2014 was +$4661 USD, while in 2017 the net impact was −$5262 USD. The mean preceptor hours spent per year related to residency activities with two residents was 1005 hours compared to 1109.5 hours with four residents. Conclusion: Through strategic modification, expansion of the PGY1 residency program led to increased documentation of clinical interventions, prevented adverse drug events, and educational programs provided with minimal change in preceptor burden.

scholarly journals Validity of the Diabetes, Hypertension and Hyperlipidaemia (DHL) Knowledge Instrument among Medical Students of Karachi

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 265
Author(s):  
Muhammad Bilal ◽  
Abdul Haseeb ◽  
Aleena Zehra Merchant ◽  
Muhammad Ahad Sher Khan ◽  
Arsalan Majeed Adam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Educational Status ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
P Value ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Knowledge Levels

BACKGROUND: While there have been a number of studies on DM, hypertension and hyperlipidaemia, an instrument which assesses knowledge based on all three conditions has neither been established nor authorized in Pakistan. Hence, the focus of this study was to establish a pre- tested extensive questionnaire to evaluate medical students’ understanding of DM, hypertension, hyperlipidaemia and their medications for use.METHODS: A pre-validated and pre-tested DHL instrument was employed on 250 students of Dow Medical and Sindh Medical College and on 45 physicians working in a leading teaching hospital of Karachi. The DHL knowledge instrument was then distributed a second time to the very same set of students, after a period of 2 months, at the end of the foundation module, once they had received some basic formal medical education including diabetes and CVS diseases.RESULTS: The overall internal consistency for the DHL instrument failed to comply with the set standard of more than or equal to 0.7 as our results yielded Cronbach’s α of 0.6. Overall the average difficulty factor of 28 questions is 0.41, which highlighted that the instrument was moderately tough. The mean scores for all domains were substantially lower in the students section in comparison to that of the professional section, which had remarkable impact on the overall mean(SD) knowledge score (40.58 ± 14.63 vs. 63.49 ± 06.67 ; p value = 0.00).CONCLUSION: The instrument can be used to recognize people who require educational programs and keep an account of the changes with the passage of time as it could help in differentiating the knowledge levels among its participants based on their educational status.

Adult Education at Biological Field Stations: Building Capacity for Science Learning

2021 ◽  
pp. 074171362110447
Author(s):  
Jill Zarestky ◽  
Lauren Vilen ◽  
Rachel A. Short ◽  
Rhonda Struminger ◽  
A. Michelle Lawing
Keyword(s):  
Science Learning ◽  
Intrinsic Value ◽  
Modern Society ◽  
Educational Outreach ◽  
Outreach Programs ◽  
Learning Programs ◽  
Understanding Of Science ◽  
Science Educators ◽  
Biological Field ◽  
Field Stations

An understanding of science concepts is important for living in modern society. Supporting adults’ science learning can be particularly challenging because most adults no longer attend formal educational institutions where access and opportunities are facilitated by teachers and school-sponsored programs. Biological field stations (BFSs) are a newly recognized educational venue that hold considerable intrinsic value for adult science education. In this study, we conducted a survey of 223 U.S. BFSs about their nonformal and informal educational outreach programs for adults. Results show BFSs offer a wide variety of science learning programs for adults, focused heavily on experiential learning to engage learners. These experiences promote interactions with the natural environment and are perceived to increase participants’ knowledge and skills. This study has implications for how adult educators can better support the professional development of science educators at BFSs and enrich the general public's science learning.

scholarly journals National survey of Canadian residents and program directors regarding parental leave during residency

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen Willoughby ◽  
Marie Julien ◽  
Benjamin Rich Zendel ◽  
Vernon Curran
Keyword(s):  
Return To Work ◽  
Residency Program ◽  
Parental Leave ◽  
Average Duration ◽  
Program Directors ◽  
Work Hours ◽  
Medical Resident ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Almost All ◽  
Residency Program Directors

Background: Despite the advantages of having a child as a medical resident, the transition back to residency after parental leave can be challenging. This study is the first to investigate this issue using a nation-wide Canadian sample of both residents and program directors. Method: A questionnaire was developed and made available online. Respondents included 437 female residents, 33 male residents, and 172 residency program directors. The mean length of parental leave was nine months for female residents and six weeks for male residents. Almost all female residents (97.5%) breastfed with an average duration of 12 months. The top challenges reported by residents were feeling guilty for being away from their family, long and unpredictable work hours, sleep deprivation, and finding time to study. When female residents and program directors were matched to both school and program (N = 99 pairs), there was no difference in the total number of challenges reported, but program directors reported offering significantly more accommodations than female residents reported being offered, t(196) = 13.06, p < .001. Results: Our data indicate there is a need for better communication between resident parents and program directors, as well as clear program-specific parental leave policies, particularly for supporting breastfeeding mothers as they return to work.

scholarly journals An Evaluation of Community Outreach Services of Emilio Aguinaldo College – Cavite: Towards a Five-Year Development Plan

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 13-26
Author(s):  
Iaris Alagon ◽  
Ethel Reyes-Chua
Keyword(s):  
Impact Evaluation ◽  
Community Outreach ◽  
Community Services ◽  
Development Plan ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Outreach Programs ◽  
Evaluation Approach ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
To Come ◽  
The Impact

Conducting community services is about building rapport, relationship, and linkages to the community.  Since service is one of the core values of EAC-Cavite, it is very significant that the neighboring community shall benefit from the community outreach programs conducted by its various schools or departments.   This study focuses on the evaluation of the outreach programs of EAC-Cavite in Bgry. San Agustin, Dasmarinas, Cavite. It uses the qualitative-descriptive method of research utilizing the survey questionnaire, observation, and impact evaluation approach.  The results of the study revealed that 48% of the respondents were very satisfied, 33% were satisfied, and 6% were somewhat satisfied in the programs.  On the other hand, there were also some problems encountered by the proponents during the actual conduct of these programs, thus, these inspired the researchers to come up with a 5-year development plan to improve the services and its program of activities. It is therefore recommended to continue to move on and reach out for the sustainable development of the community focusing more on the areas of education, health, environment, and socio-economic development. Finally, every program should be evaluated immediately to find out its strengths and weaknesses and to address all the problems encountered before, during, and after the activity using the impact evaluation approach.

The Digital Geography Lab at Salem State University

2013 ◽  
pp. 1090-1099 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kym Pappathanasi ◽  
Stephen S. Young
Keyword(s):  
Local Community ◽  
Community Outreach ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Current Status ◽  
State University ◽  
Geospatial Technology ◽  
Outreach Programs ◽  
The Core ◽  
Core Mission ◽  
Computer Labs

Established in 1983, the Digital Geography Lab (DGL) at Salem State University (SSU) is one of the oldest higher-education digital spatial labs. This paper details the evolution of the DGL as well as its current status as one of the best computer labs at Salem State University. This paper describes the changing technology of the DGL over the past 28 years. The DGL not only provides SSU students with cutting edge geospatial technology, but it is a research lab for faculty and is extensively used in community outreach programs. The DGL is being used more and more by other departments such as Geology, Criminal Justice, Computer Science and Inter-disciplinary Studies which reflects the expansion of the geo-spatial sciences beyond geography. The success of the DGL lies in part with the University’s management of the facility where major decisions are made in consultation with the Department and DGL staff. The configuration and technology of the DGL has changed considerably through the years, reflecting the transformations in technology and educational philosophies, but the core mission of the DGL has not, which is to serve the students, faculty and the local community with cutting edge geospatial technology.

Looking Inside

2021 ◽  
pp. 153-179
Keyword(s):  
Multicultural Education ◽  
Community Outreach ◽  
Diversity Awareness ◽  
Campus Environment ◽  
Easy Task ◽  
Outreach Programs ◽  
Long Run ◽  
Diversity Issues ◽  
The University ◽  
Political Turmoil

Running a college is no easy task. Amid complex diversity issues, political turmoil, and ever-changing student narratives, the campus environment represents a sea of countless challenges. To ensure success in the long run, administration officials must construct well-designed plans that review past events while carefully assessing future possibilities. Such plans should include a sustained and comprehensive focus on diversity awareness, implementation of multicultural education frameworks, and additional initiatives such as mentoring and community outreach programs. Above all, administrations must work closely with all members of the university including staff, faculty, alumni, and students to promote positive outcomes despite the inherent uncertainties that lay ahead.

“Bottom of the Pyramid” Community Outreach Programs

2017 ◽  
pp. 186-195
Author(s):  
Ahmad Fauzi Abdul Hamid ◽  
Mohd. Faiz Hilmi
Keyword(s):  
Community Outreach ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Academic Excellence ◽  
Bottom Of The Pyramid ◽  
Accelerated Program ◽  
Outreach Programs ◽  
Developing Communities ◽  
The Government ◽  
Learning Institutions

Public universities in Malaysia have recently established additional administrative divisions called the Industry and Community Network (ICN). In its various forms as manifested through different higher learning institutions, ICN seeks to engage with the industry and community towards achieving sustainable development and transformation of the economy, culture, education, health and environment of the society and nation. Diverse approaches are henceforth being promoted in developing communities surrounding the ivory towers. Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), as the second oldest university in Malaysia which was accorded the APEX (Accelerated Program of Excellence) status by the government in 2008, has launched Community Outreach Programs (COPs) towards realizing goals of its ICN. Employing primary data from in-house publications of the ICN Division of USM, this chapter seeks to shed some light on the role and impact of COPs conducted under the auspices of USM's ICN, covering the years 2008-2014.In line with its quest towards the accomplishing the ideal of a humanized university or ‘humaniversity' that not only focuses on academic excellence but also contributes to the development and well-being of its surrounding community, USM's ICN has embarked on a series of ambitious COP projects.

Interpreting the diet of extinct ruminants: the case of a non-browsing giraffid

Paleobiology ◽  
1988 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 287-300 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nikos Solounias ◽  
Mark Teaford ◽  
Alan Walker
Keyword(s):  
Shape Analysis ◽  
Feeding Habits ◽  
African Buffalo ◽  
Giraffa Camelopardalis ◽  
Ruminant Species ◽  
Modern Species ◽  
Quantitative Analyses ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Connochaetes Taurinus ◽  
Rule Out

Modern ruminant species have traditionally been placed in three broad dietary categories (browsers, grazers and intermediates) based on their observed feeding habits. Shape analysis of premaxillary outlines of 31 species of ruminants shows that their premaxillae differ according to their dietary category. Browsers have pointed premaxillae and grazers square ones. Intermediate feeders have intermediate outlines.The Miocene giraffid Samotherium boissieri has always been viewed as a specialized browser similar to the modern okapi, Okapia johnstoni. However, the premaxillary shape of S. boissieri falls very close to the mean of the grazers and is most similar to that of the African buffalo (Syncerus caffer), a committed grazer.Quantitative analyses of the microscopic wear patterns on the molars reveal significant differences between three modern species from the three dietary groups. S. boissieri has more microscopic scratches on its teeth than either the modern giraffe Giraffa camelopardalis (a browser) or Grant's gazelle Gazella granti (an intermediate feeder). In this respect, it is indistinguishable from the wildebeest Connochaetes taurinus which is a committed grazer.Both of these analyses suggest that this extinct giraffid was a grazer, although we cannot rule out the possibility that it was an intermediate feeder. It was definitely not a specialized browser as are both living members of the Giraffidae.

scholarly journals Adherence to Beers Criteria in Geriatrics: A Retrospective Study in a Saudi Teaching Hospital

Geriatrics ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 97
Author(s):  
Samah Alshehri ◽  
Mohannad Alshibani ◽  
Ghaydaa Magboul ◽  
Albandari Albandar ◽  
Roaa Nasser ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Older Patients ◽  
Adverse Drug Events ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Tertiary Hospital ◽  
Beers Criteria ◽  
Potentially Inappropriate Medications ◽  
Inflammatory Drugs ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Inappropriate Medications

Background: The aging process makes geriatric populations more prone to various chronic diseases. Such diseases require older patients to be on more medications than any other age group and make them more susceptible to adverse drug events related to potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs). Aim: To identify the prevalence of potentially inappropriate medications among older people and explore the most commonly prescribed PIMs in hospitalized patients. Design and Setting: A retrospective study conducted in a large tertiary hospital among patients hospitalized in a 4 year period from January 2015 to December 2018. Methods: The 2019 Beers Criteria were used to assess PIMs in all inpatient prescribed medications focusing on the first class (i.e., drug/drug class to be avoided in older adults). Results: The mean age was 75.17 ± 7.66 years. A total of 684 (80.6%) patients were prescribed at least one medication listed in the first-class category of the 2019 Beers Criteria. Top five drugs were proton pump inhibitors (40.3%), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (10.2%), metoclopramide (9.3%), benzodiazepines (8.4%), and insulin (5.4%). Conclusions: The prevalence of PIMs is high among older patients admitted to the hospital. More efforts are needed to investigate the potential reasons and develop action plans to improve concordance to Beers Criteria among healthcare providers.

Reporting of Research by Matched Otolaryngology Residency Applicants

2020 ◽  
pp. 000348942093882
Author(s):  
Aatin K. Dhanda ◽  
Brittany Ward ◽  
Christopher J. Warren ◽  
Ben Birkenfeld ◽  
Kirolos Georges ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Residency Program ◽  
Final Analysis ◽  
Program Directors ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Competitive Process ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Number Of Publications

Objectives: Matching to an otolaryngology residency program is a competitive process for medical students, and research performed by students is considered as a factor for granting interviews by program directors. Because abstracts, presentations and publications are all reported in combination by the National Resident Matching Program’s “Charting Outcomes in the Match” (ChOM) and may be weighted differently by PDs, we specifically investigated the number of publications by past applicants accepted to top otolaryngology residency programs. Methods: The top 25 otolaryngology residency programs were identified using Doximity, sorting by reputation. Current residents were determined from the programs’ websites. Using PubMed, each resident’s number of publications, authorship status, and journal type were recorded. Results: A total of 24 programs were included in the final analysis and the average number of manuscripts was 2.76 ± 4.01. The mean number of publications in otolaryngology journals was 1.03 ± 1.91. Conclusions: The difference between the investigated average number of publications (2.76) and those published by ChOM (10.4) represent a discrepancy due to the lack of delineation between abstracts, presentations and publications. The reported numbers for research may lead medical students to pursue alternate measures to increase their own research. Some options, such as adding a research year are not universally accessible. A clearer and more detailed approach to reporting research statistics would be beneficial to both applicants and PDs for otolaryngology programs.

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