Professionalism in Action: A Technology-Enhanced Approach for Internal Medicine Residents

• In Event: Roundtable Session 4
  In Roundtable Session: Reflection

Abstract

Proactive approaches to teaching and exploring professionalism remain deficient in graduate medical education. With a cohort of internal medicine residents and a curriculum emphasizing positive behaviors, empathetic communication, and reflection, we explored the effects of a technology-enhanced learning (TEL) community on professionalism and modification of professional behaviors. Our curriculum systematically integrated face-to-face sessions with collaborative technology into the learning process. We found that 92% of residents engaged with the TEL-community, indicating an appreciation for the process. Our thematic analysis of 82 reflections, suggested that residents found the activities meaningful and espoused a positive attitude towards professionalism. Residents engaged modestly in self-reflection, gained awareness about their professional behavior, and expressed having experienced a positive impact on their empathy and resilience.

Authors

• Cecile M. Foshee, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine

• Ali Mehdi, Cleveland Clinic

• S. Beth Bierer, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine

• Elias I. Traboulsi, Cleveland Clinic

• J. H. Isaacson, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine

• Abby L. Spencer, Cleveland Clinic

• Cassandra Calabrese, Cleveland Clininic

• Brian B. Burkey, Cleveland Clinic