Critical Care PGY-2 Graduate Perceptions and Practices Regarding Residency Project Publication

Abstract

Objective. To characterize the practices and perceptions of recent post-graduate year 2 (PGY2) critical care pharmacy (CCP) residents surrounding the completion and publication of their primary research project.Methods. Potential factors and perceptions influencing primary research project publication success were identified and incorporated in a validated electronic survey distributed to 2011 and 2012 PGY2 CCP residency program graduates.Results. Among the 94/124 (76%) respondents, (26%) had published their research project (67% were first authors; 50% were successful on first submission), while one-third (36%) still planned to pursue publication, and (38%) had no plans for their manuscript. Factors more commonly reported by publishing (vs. non-publishing) PGY2 graduates included: publication of their PGY1 research project, any Conclusions. Only one-quarter of PGY2 CCP residents published their primary research project. PGY2 programs should consider those factors associated with research project publication success when formulating strategies to increase resident publication rates.

Residency projects belong in journals not filing cabinets

“…Although greater than 80% of residency program directors (RPDs) agreed that research improves patient care and that research is an essential component of clinical training, only 44% agreed that research skills should be given the same emphasis as clinical skills 2 . Equally important factors that hinder many residency projects include lack of knowledge about research design and execution, lack of support and mentorship, and lack of motivation 2,13‐15 …”

“…Most programs would be wise to implement multiple tactics and use a multimodal approach 17,19‐21 . Furthermore, postresidency support is also crucial as manuscripts may need resubmission or further work to shepherd them through the publication process after the residency is over 14,15 …”

A Research Partnership to Enhance Postgraduate Pharmacy Residency Training Outcomes

“…Hoffman et al reported that one of the most challenging tasks for residency directors was the implementation of a successful research program, due to challenges with regulatory requirements [ 2 ]. Areas for improvement included an organizations’ preparedness to implement research experiences, residents’ low interest in research, program structure-related issues, effective mentorship [ 3 ], and low publication rates [ 4 ]. Thus, more work is needed to address gaps in program implementation, to improve postgraduate resident experiences and outcomes.…”

“…Finally, residency program directors and residents cited two main publication barriers, including study design quality and time constraints [ 3 ]. Shafeeq et al also found that residents’ perceived publication success was related to: a higher degree of self-motivation to publish; programs providing adequate manuscript preparation training; as well as allowing adequate time for manuscript completion; and post-residency mentoring support [ 4 ].…”

Writing from the Head and the Heart

“…AJPE has and continues to provide authors with resources to help them be successful when writing their manuscripts. [1][2][3] Equally important is for the authors to take the time to carefully review and follow the instructions. The editorial team of AJPE updates the instructions to authors periodically to help authors as they prepare their manuscript for submission.…”