Medical Education

Journal Clubs in Family Practice Residency Programs in the Southeast

Authors: JOHN G. VAN DERWOOD, MD, PAUL E. TIETZE, MD, M CHRISTINE NAGY, PhD

Abstract

The prevalence and structure of journal clubs in family medicine training programs in the southeastern United States was ascertained by a survey of directors of residency training programs and family practice residents in this region. There are journal clubs in 84% of the 74 programs included. The journal club appears to be well attended, and attendance is enhanced by faculty participation and a positive perception of the activity by the program directors. The vast majority of residents and directors agree that the journal club is a positive part of the educational program. In programs with journal clubs, participants reported reading significantly more than nonparticipants.

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