Importance of a clinical ophthalmology placement in the UK undergraduate medical syllabus

Gout, Taras; Gaunt, David; Maling, Sarah

doi:10.3109/0142159x.2015.1009430

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“…Between 7-19% of Accident and Emergency presentations have an ophthalmic component. 9 , 10 In addition, it is estimated that 2-5% of all consultations in primary care are for ophthalmic conditions. 11 , 12 These patients may present with sight threatening and potentially life-threatening illnesses.…”

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Present and future of the undergraduate ophthalmology curriculum: a survey of UK medical schools

2017

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ObjectivesTo investigate the current undergraduate ophthalmology curricula provided by the UK medical schools, evaluate how they compare with the guidelines of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) and International Council for Ophthalmology (ICO), and determine the views of the UK ophthalmology teaching leads on the future direction of the curriculum. MethodsA cross-sectional questionnaire was sent to teaching leads in 31 medical schools across the UK. The questionnaire evaluated eight themes of the curriculum: content and learning outcomes, communication of learning outcomes, organisation of the curriculum, assessment, educational resources, teaching methods used, and the educational environment. The ophthalmology teaching leads were also asked their opinion on the current and future management of the curriculum. These were compared with RCOphth and ICO guidelines and descriptive statistical analysis performed. ResultsA response rate of 93% (n=29/31) was achieved. The knowledge and clinical skills taught by the UK medical schools match the RCOphth guidelines, but fail to meet the ICO recommendations. A diverse range of assessment methods are used by UK medical schools during ophthalmology rotations. Variation was also observed in the organisation and methods of ophthalmology teaching. However, a significant consensus about the future direction of the curriculum was reported by teaching leads. ConclusionsComprehensive RCOphth guidance, and resource sharing between medical schools could help to ensure ophthalmology’s continuing presence in the medical curriculum and improve the effectiveness of undergraduate ophthalmology teaching, while reducing the workload of local teaching departments and medical schools.

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Present and future of the undergraduate ophthalmology curriculum: a survey of UK medical schools

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“…many trainees entering into postgraduate training have limited ophthalmic knowledge and examination skills. Other authors have voiced their concerns over this lack of training within the literature, as a significant number (7.4%) of ophthalmic emergencies present to the general medical setting 4…”

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“…UK medical schools are no longer required to provide ophthalmic teaching3 and our experience suggests that ophthalmic clinical skills are not routinely taught during medical school. Previous authors have expressed concern over the declining numbers of medical schools teaching ophthalmic theory and skills to medical students in both the UK and the US 4,5. Those medical schools that do have an ophthalmic attachment average at 7.6 days of training (range 3.5–15 days) 3.…”

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“…Those medical schools that do have an ophthalmic attachment average at 7.6 days of training (range 3.5–15 days) 3. This is not only concerning for the ophthalmic community as some of the brightest talents may never be exposed to a potential career in ophthalmology, but ophthalmic skills, such as fundoscopy, are often necessary to perform a complete medical examination 4…”

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<p>Determining the needs of ophthalmic trainees entering into specialist training and how they can be met</p>

Walkden

Young

Spencer

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Problem: Starting ophthalmic specialty training can be daunting as new basic clinical examination and surgical skills must be acquired before meaningful assessment of patients can begin. No formal clinical induction currently exists with the aim to teach clinical and practical skills to new starters. Aim and objectives: To determine the experience and needs of ophthalmic trainees entering into specialist training. Using this information we developed and implemented a clinical skills training programme for Ophthalmology ST1s. Intervention: Using SMART objectives, PDSA cycles and Chartered Institute of Personnel Development guidance we implemented a clinical skills induction week. Pre-course skills evaluation took place in the form of a questionnaire in order to tailor the course content to the skill level of the group. Course material was made and simulation techniques devised for teaching practical skills. Qualitative data was collected via a pre- and post-course questionnaire. Outcome: All 9 participants rated the course as “extremely useful” it increased their confidence in terms of commencing clinical ophthalmology. 100% of participants felt that this course should be delivered to new ST1s. All participants reported improved confidence in managing ophthalmic emergencies and their clinical skills technique. Lessons learned: A sustainable induction programme was implemented tailored to the prior experience and skills of ST1 trainees. All participants felt it improved their confidence and clinical skills prior to commencing clinical activities. Basic clinical skills can be taught in a cost effective manner early on in postgraduate training.

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A Systematic Review of Ophthalmology Education in Medical Schools

Spencer,

Ireland,

Braden

et al. 2024

Ophthalmology

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Importance of a clinical ophthalmology placement in the UK undergraduate medical syllabus

Cited by 4 publications

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Present and future of the undergraduate ophthalmology curriculum: a survey of UK medical schools

Present and future of the undergraduate ophthalmology curriculum: a survey of UK medical schools

<p>Determining the needs of ophthalmic trainees entering into specialist training and how they can be met</p>

A Systematic Review of Ophthalmology Education in Medical Schools

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