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A multimodal approach improves American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination scores.
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American journal of surgery [Am J Surg] 2018 Feb; Vol. 215 (2), pp. 315-321. Date of Electronic Publication: 2017 Dec 22. - Publication Year :
- 2018
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Abstract
- Background: There are several factors that influence ABSITE scores, but the optimal approach for remediation of poor scores is unclear.<br />Methods: A structured academic curriculum and focused remediation program (FRP) were implemented to improve academic performances. Within a 15-year period, ABSITE and American Board of Surgery qualifying exam (ABS QE) results were compared before and after the establishment of the program using a paired T-test. Subgroup analysis was performed for residents who completed the FRP.<br />Results: After establishing the FRP, the mean scores increased from 49.3% to 60% (p = 0.001). The proportion of first-time pass rates for the ABS QE increased from 89.5% to 100% (p = 0.18). With the subgroup analysis of FRP residents, the average improvement on the next ABSITE exam score was 51 percentile points (p = 0.003), raw score increased by 80 (p = 0.01) and percent correct increased by 7 percentage points (p = 0.006).<br />Conclusions: A structured academic curriculum and FRP improves ABSITE scores. Additional strategies utilizing the self-regulated learning method can further assist trainees who remain struggling learners. Further study is required to determine direct correlation to the ABS QE.<br /> (Published by Elsevier Inc.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1879-1883
- Volume :
- 215
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- American journal of surgery
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 29275907
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amjsurg.2017.10.039