Abstract
Objective
A resident-led patient continuity case conference was initiated with the goals of improving communication among providers and increasing cohesion among residents.
Methods
A monthly case conference focusing on patient continuity of care was held over the course of the academic year. Residents were surveyed for feedback about the role of the conference in both improving their competency in navigating transitions of care and building cohesion among residents.
Results
The conference improved resident knowledge of care transitions and communication during transitions in care in addition to increasing comfort, cohesion, and exchange of knowledge between residents.
Conclusions
Implementing a resident-led patient continuity case conference can improve resident competency during care transitions while improving cohesion among residents.
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The authors wish to acknowledge Susanne Lee, PhD, for her guidance regarding data presentation. We additionally would like to acknowledge the following residents who contributed greatly to the planning and implementation of the conference: Allison Autrey, Travis Fahrenkamp, Kelsey Pautz, Vincent Vallera, and Lora Wichser.
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The University of Minnesota IRB determined the project was exempt from IRB approval and does not meet the regulatory definition of human subjects research.
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Garber, C., Bernadino, M., Tomaskek, J. et al. The Development and Implementation of a Patient Continuity Conference in a Psychiatry Residency Program. Acad Psychiatry 42, 233–236 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40596-017-0749-6
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40596-017-0749-6