Radiation Oncology Resident Evaluations: Current Methods and Resident Perceptions

Rajeev‐Kumar, Greeshma; Manjunath, Rajashri; Hasan, Yasmin

doi:10.1016/j.adro.2023.101230

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“…The competencies should be speci c, comprehensive, and trainable [4] . The competence of brachytherapy was a crucial element of the ACGME milestones for radiation oncology medical residents [18,19] . Performing GBT well requires not only knowledge and skill related, but also professional quality, empathetic patient care, communication, and cooperation.…”

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A survey on brachytherapy training of gynecological cancer focusing on the competence of residents in China.

Dong,

Liu,

Yan

et al. 2024

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Background: the brachytherapy is an indispensable treatment for gynecological tumors, but the quality and efficiency of brachytherapy training for residents is still unclear. Methods: An anonymous questionnaire was designed to collect information on gynecological brachytherapy (GBT) training for radiation oncology residents from 28 training bases in China. The questionnaire content was designed based on the principle of competency based medical education (CBME). The Likert scale was employed to evaluate self-reported competence and comprehension regarding GBT. A total of 132 senior residents were included in the final analysis. Results: 53.79% (71/132) of senior residents had experience in performing image-guided GBT, whereas 76.52% (101/132) had observed the procedure during their standardized residency training. The proportion of senior residents who reported having the self-reported competence to independently complete the GBT was 78.03% for intracavity GBT, 75.00% for vaginal stump GBT, and 50.03% for interstitial GBT, respectively. The number of successful completion of Interstitial, intracavity and vaginal GBT was correlated with the self- confidence of trainees after standardized training. In particular, the independent completion of interstitial GBT for more than 20 cases was an independent factor for the self-reported competence of senior residents. During the training period, 50.76% and 56.82% of the residents had not participated in the specialized examinations and professional GBT courses. Conclusion: The study revealed that the self-confidence of residents to independently complete brachytherapy was relatively high, and the specialized curriculum setting and training process assessment for brachytherapy training still need to be strengthened in the future.

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A survey on brachytherapy training of gynecological cancer focusing on the competence of residents in China.

Dong,

Liu,

Yan

et al. 2024

Preprint

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“…The competencies should be specific, comprehensive, and trainable [4]. The competence of brachytherapy was a crucial element of the ACGME milestones for radiation oncology medical residents [18,19]. Performing GBT well requires not only knowledge and skill related, but also professional quality, empathetic patient care, communication, and cooperation.…”

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confidence: 99%

A survey on brachytherapy training of gynecological cancer focusing on the competence of residents in China

Dong,

Liu,

Yan

et al. 2024

Radiat Oncol

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Background The brachytherapy is an indispensable treatment for gynecological tumors, but the quality and efficiency of brachytherapy training for residents is still unclear. Methods An anonymous questionnaire was designed to collect information on gynecological brachytherapy (GBT) training for radiation oncology residents from 28 training bases in China. The questionnaire content was designed based on the principle of competency based medical education (CBME). The Likert scale was employed to evaluate self-reported competence and comprehension regarding GBT. A total of 132 senior residents were included in the final analysis. Results 53.79% (71/132) of senior residents had experience in performing image-guided GBT, whereas 76.52% (101/132) had observed the procedure during their standardized residency training. The proportion of senior residents who reported having the self-reported competence to independently complete the GBT was 78.03% for intracavity GBT, 75.00% for vaginal stump GBT, and 50.03% for interstitial GBT, respectively. The number of successful completion of Interstitial, intracavity and vaginal GBT was correlated with the self- confidence of trainees after standardized training. In particular, the independent completion of interstitial GBT for more than 20 cases was an independent factor for the self-reported competence of senior residents. During the training period, 50.76% and 56.82% of the residents had not participated in the specialized examinations and professional GBT courses. Conclusions The study revealed that the self-confidence of residents to independently complete brachytherapy was relatively high, and the specialized curriculum setting and training process assessment for brachytherapy training still need to be strengthened in the future.

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Radiation Oncology Residency Training in Saudi Arabia: Direction in Attaining Competencies

Mohaimeed,

Alayed,

Aljabab

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Introduction Radiotherapy is a cornerstone in cancer treatment as a part of multidisciplinary team management. The field has evolved significantly over the past two decades due to technological advancement. To meet the increased need for manpower in the field, the radiation oncology residency program was first established in Saudi Arabia back in 2019. Purpose We sought to survey the trainees’ current experience across the country to establish a baseline for the different training aspects and to tackle any challenges that might go unnoticed. Materials and methods This is a cross-sectional survey-based study that targeted all residents enrolled in the Saudi radiation oncology training program, except the first-year residents. The trainees received an anonymous online questionnaire aiming to assess their involvement in every aspect of the daily workflow. Results A total of 13 eligible radiation oncology residents in Saudi Arabia were included. Eleven residents completed the survey with a national response rate of 85%. Nine (82%) of the trainees reported that they review the contours and the treatment plans with their attendings in person and this method of review is the preferred one over the hybrid method as it provides better teaching quality, interactivity, and prompt feedback. Most respondents do not review offline (7, 64%) or online (6, 55%) cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans with their attendings, citing the limited involvement in the approval process. Conclusion This study uncovered a need for better resident integration into day-to-day clinical workflow, particularly in CBCT review and approval. Addressing the current concerns will enhance the educational experience and future practice. Acknowledging the limitations of our study, we observed that certain deficiencies in core competencies reported in long-established North American programs align with our findings. This underscores the need for addressing these gaps through continuous and unbiased evaluations of radiation oncology residency training programs to enhance the educational experience and ensure high-quality preparation for independent practice.

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Radiation Oncology Resident Evaluations: Current Methods and Resident Perceptions

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A survey on brachytherapy training of gynecological cancer focusing on the competence of residents in China.

A survey on brachytherapy training of gynecological cancer focusing on the competence of residents in China.

A survey on brachytherapy training of gynecological cancer focusing on the competence of residents in China

Radiation Oncology Residency Training in Saudi Arabia: Direction in Attaining Competencies

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