Reform in Medical Education and Medical Education in the Ambulatory Setting:Scholar in Residence Report

摘要

The 1991 Scholar In Residence Report is a compilation of formal presentationsmade at two meetings of the Council on Graduate Medical Education which focused on the following topics: Reform in Medical Education and Medical Education in the Ambulatory Setting. Nationally reknown speakers participated in the discussions, and the report contains thought-provoking views on how to address current challenges in medical education including the declining interest in medicine as a career, especially primary care specialities, and the increasing prominence of ambulatory settings in health care delivery. There is a recognized need for physicians who are flexible in acquiring knowledge and using information, self-directed learners, and who appreciate the dynamics of human interaction. While much has been written on these topics, the document provides a greater depth of commentary, assessment, and recommendations by individuals who are expert in issues of medical education reform, primary care, and the ambulatory teaching environment. As such, the report can serve as a reference document of significant interest and importance to educational and professional organizations as well as individuals seeking timely and relevant information on these important topics.