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Chief Residency

Chief Residency. History of Chief Residency. Some trace origins to Dr. Halstead’s surgery program at Johns Hopkins in 1889 Others point to the “house physician” position at New York Hospital in 1791 as the origin. Quotes About Chief Residency.

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Chief Residency

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  1. Chief Residency

  2. History of Chief Residency • Some trace origins to Dr. Halstead’s surgery program at Johns Hopkins in 1889 • Others point to the “house physician” position at New York Hospital in 1791 as the origin

  3. Quotes About Chief Residency • “a considerable benefit for programs and program directors” • “Chief Residents provide a unique bridge between residents and faculty.” • “a time of unparalleled personal and professional growth” • “Chief Residency is an exciting educational challenge.” • “Chief Residency develops the leadership skills for our future medical leaders.”

  4. “Chief Residency can really SUCK!”Ben Clyburn in 1992 • Are you a resident or a faculty member? Loyalties are split. It can be a lonely job. • There is rarely a job description. • There is often a heavy administrative load. • Limited training as a teacher, administrator and manager. • The one constant is change.

  5. The Five Dimensions of Chief Residency • Leadership • Teaching and evaluation • Clinical practice • Administration • Research/Personal growth Adapted from A Primer on Chief Residency in the 7th edition of the APDIM Program Manual

  6. Tips For Success#1 Have Goals • Decide what you want to achieve on a personal level. • Pick something you want to improve in your program. • Understand the existing mission/goals of your program.

  7. Tips For Success#2 Understand Your Job Description • If you don’t have one, write one. Exiting Chiefs and Program Directors are great resources. • Recognize your strengths and weaknesses and adjust accordingly. If there is more than one Chief, take advantage of each person’s skills.

  8. Tips For Success#3 Get Oriented • Sit down with the current Chief Residents before they leave if possible. • Ask your Program Director for any expectations or any anticipated changes. • Talk to your real boss, the Program Administrator.

  9. Tips For Success#4 Plan Ahead/Organize • Plan for unanticipated absences. Set up Jeopardy/Surge schedules. • Recognize that any schedule you make is temporary. • Post a calendar with monthly duties. • Document any disciplinary, remediation or counseling sessions. You may need a paper trail.

  10. Tips For Success#5 Utilize Available Resources/Delegate • Let your residents help you with the schedule. • Recognize when to defer to your Program Director. • Develop a close friendship with your Program Administrator. • Let technology help.

  11. Tips For Success#6 COMMUNICATE! • Share your expectations with your residents. • Address concerns quickly and confidentially. • Listen. • If you are unhappy, share this with your Program Director or Chairman.

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