Medical Knowledge

At this level of professional development most learning is self-directed. It is advised that residents read daily and teach daily the things that they are learning. A spirit of intellectual curiosity and scientific inquiry is desirable. Residents must demonstrate knowledge about established and evolving biomedical sciences, clinical care topics and the social sciences.

MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE OBJECTIVES , residents will:

PGY-l

1. Demonstrate knowledge of common medical conditions and procedures.
2. Demonstrate satisfactory management of common conditions with minimal supervision by completion of PGY-l year.
3. Score 50% or above on the In-Service Training exam. If the resulting score is below 50% a specific learning strategy will be agreed on between the resident and the Educational Program Office.
4. Attend a minimum of 60% of noon conferences and Grand Rounds.
5. Demonstrate competence in interpreting:
   • Diagnostic EKG's
   • Pulmonary function testing
   • Common radiologic studies
   • Lab medicine including: hematologic, infectious, chemical and microscopic diagnostic studies

PGY-2

In addition to the above noted objectives, PGY-2 residents will:

1. Demonstrate improved knowledge and analytical thinking in complex patients.
2. Demonstrate understanding of psychosocial issues, statistical analysis and their application to patient care.
3. Pass the USMLE Step 3 as criteria for promotion to PGY-3 year.
4. Show evidence of continued reading and improvement in medical knowledge.

PGY-3

In addition to the above noted objectives, PGY-3 residents will:

1. Exhibit knowledge of effective teaching methods.
2. Demonstrate mastery in:
   • Interpreting diagnostic EKG's
   • Pulmonary function testing
   • Common radiologic studies
   • Lab medicine including: hematologic, infectious, chemical and microscopic diagnostic studies