Validating an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship Curriculum at the University of Toronto: A Four-Year Review

Davidson, Alexandra; Shore, Eliane M.; Shirreff, Lindsay; Shah, Anita; Shah, Rajiv

doi:10.1016/j.jogc.2020.06.020

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“…Themes and patterns that were salient in the session were isolated by SW and then validated by JP and RH as to their relevance and applicability. Reliability and consistency were maintained through iterative and constant comparison approaches to the dataset (transcripts) [ 23 ]. NVivo® qualitative data management software was used for ease of data management during the analysis.…”

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Recruiting students to rural longitudinal integrated clerkships: a qualitative study of medical educationists’ experiences across continents

Pinidiyapathirage,

Heffernan,

Carrigan

et al. 2023

BMC Med Educ

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Introduction Many health systems struggle in the provision of a sustainable and an efficient rural health workforce. There is evidence to suggest that Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships (LIC) placing student learners in rural community settings have positively impacted the provision of rural health care services The recruitment and engagement of students in rural LIC have significant challenges. This study explored best practice methods of recruiting and supporting the transition of medical students into rural LIC. Methods The study took place during the 2021 Consortium of Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships Conference, a virtual event hosted by Stellenbosch University, South Africa. Participants consisted of delegates attending the Personally Arranged Learning Session (PeArLS) themed ‘Secrets to success’. The session was recorded with the participants’ consent and the recordings were transcribed verbatim. Data was uploaded to NVivo software and coded and analyzed using constant comparative analysis. Salient themes and patterns were identified. Results Thirteen attendees participated in the PeArLS representing a range of countries and institutions. Strategically marketing the LIC brand, improving the LIC program profile within institutions by bridging logistics, and the need to scaffold the transition to the rural LIC learning environment emerged as key themes for success. The attendees highlighted their experiences of using peer groups, early exposure to rural LIC sites, and student allocation strategies for promotion. Unique learning styles adopted in LIC models, student anxiety and the importance of fostering supportive relationships with stakeholders to support students in their transition to the LIC environment were discussed. Discussion This PeArLS highlighted successful systems and processes implemented in rural settings across different countries to recruit and manage the transition of medical students to rural LIC. The process proved to be a quick and efficient way to elicit rich information and may be of benefit to educationists seeking to establish similar programs or improve existing rural LIC.

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confidence: 99%

Recruiting students to rural longitudinal integrated clerkships: a qualitative study of medical educationists’ experiences across continents

Pinidiyapathirage,

Heffernan,

Carrigan

et al. 2023

BMC Med Educ

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Recruiting students to rural Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships: A qualitative study of medical educationists’ experiences across continents

Pinidiyapathirage,

Heffernan,

Carrigan

et al. 2023

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Introduction Many health systems struggle in the provision of a sustainable and an efficient rural health workforce. There is evidence to suggest that Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships (LIC) placing student learners in rural community settings have positively impacted the provision of rural health care services The recruitment and engagement of students in rural LIC have significant challenges. This study explored best practice methods of recruiting and supporting the transition of medical students into rural LIC. Methods The study took place during the 2021 Consortium of Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships Conference, a virtual event hosted by Stellenbosch University, South Africa. Participants consisted of delegates attending the Personally Arranged Learning Session (PeArLS) themed ‘Secrets to success’. The session was recorded with the participants’ consent and the recordings were transcribed verbatim. Data was uploaded to NVivo software and coded and analyzed using constant comparative analysis. Salient themes and patterns were identified. Results Thirteen attendees participated in the PeArLS representing a range of countries and institutions. Strategically marketing the LIC brand, improving the LIC program profile within institutions by bridging logistics, and the need to scaffold the transition to the rural LIC learning environment emerged as key themes for success. The attendees highlighted their experiences using peer groups, early exposure to rural LIC sites, and student allocation strategies for promotion. Unique learning styles adopted in LIC models, student anxiety and the importance of fostering supportive relationships with stakeholders to support students in their transition to the LIC environment were discussed. Discussion This PeArLS highlighted successful systems and processes implemented in rural settings across different countries to recruit and manage the transition of medical students to rural LICs. The process proved to be a quick and efficient way to elicit rich information and may be of benefit to educationists seeking to establish similar programs or improve existing rural LIC programs.

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Validating an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship Curriculum at the University of Toronto: A Four-Year Review

Cited by 2 publications

References 5 publications

Recruiting students to rural longitudinal integrated clerkships: a qualitative study of medical educationists’ experiences across continents

Recruiting students to rural longitudinal integrated clerkships: a qualitative study of medical educationists’ experiences across continents

Recruiting students to rural Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships: A qualitative study of medical educationists’ experiences across continents

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