Incorporating multi-source feedback into a new clinically based revision course for the FRCS(Plast) exam.
MEDICAL TEACHER 2011;
33:e263-e266. [PMID:
21517677 DOI:
10.3109/0142159x.2011.558536]
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Abstract
BACKGROUND
Exit exams for completion of surgical training are demanding and have relatively low pass rates with many candidates requiring multiple attempts.
AIM
To establish a new, clinically based exam preparation course, utilising multi-source feedback, to identify candidates at risk of failure and improve pass rates.
METHODS
We describe the process of establishing a new, unique, clinically based exam preparation course incorporating multi-source feedback from examiners, patients, nurses and other trainees. We present the course results as well as the exam results for each candidate and analyse the results of the multi-source feedback.
RESULTS
Nine candidates have so far successfully completed both the preparation course and the FRCS(Plast) exam. Success in the exam preparation course accurately predicts success in the FRCS(Plast) exam. Nursing staff and patients tend to give higher scores than examiners and trainees. The majority of marginal failures from the course went on to pass the exam, indicating that the course allows candidates to successfully address weaknesses identified on the course.
CONCLUSION
A clinically based exam preparation course utilising multi-source feedback allows identification of candidates at risk of failing a surgical training exit exam and allows targeted training in order to maximise pass rates.
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