Lapses in Professionalism: A Structured Approach to unMASK and Address the Problems

Abstract

Professionalism problems are ubiquitous in GME training programs, and yet they are often among the most challenging issues to address. Unlike deficiencies in the other core competencies, often it is not clear if remediation of professionalism is possible or how to remediation plan should be developed and implemented. Since professional conduct encompasses a complex set of attitudes and values, medical educators are often faced with making difficult, value-based decisions regarding the action(s) to take when a trainee demonstrates a lapse in this essential domain of medical practice. In some instances, it is necessary to balance a trainee's future career potential against the mandate of patient safety and public trust.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 28, 2016
Accession Number
AD1036179

Entities

People

  • Erica N. Johnson
  • Jennifer C. Thompson
  • William Jr N. Hannah

Organizations

  • 59th Medical Wing

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Deficiencies
  • Health Care
  • Trainees
  • Training

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

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  • Government and Public Administration Law.
  • Medical or Health Care Field.
  • STEM Education