|
Frequently asked questions
What
kind of evaluation system do you use in your department to assess resident
performance?
We use a variety of methods to assess the clinical competency of our
residents, including:
• monthly evaluations from the staff
anesthesiologists,
• biannual evaluations for the American
Board of Anesthesiology,
• mock oral examinations conducted
on a bimonthly basis for CA-3 residents,
• the ASA/ABA In-training exam given
in July (mandatory for all residents),
• residents’ conference presentations
and
• resident mentoring program.
• AKT examinationsfor CA-1 and CA-2 residents, annually.
return to top
What
is the performance of your residents on the ASA/ABA In-training exam?
Over the last decade, our third-year residents have excelled on the
ASA/ABA In-training exam, exceeding on average, the 75th percentile in the nation
in their growth and knowledge, as compared to their peers.
return to top
How
well have your residents performed on their oral examinations for the
American Board of Anesthesiology?
In the last 25 years, greater than 95 percent of our residents who have
taken the oral examinations have passed.
return to top
What percentage of program graduates have passed
the ABA written and oral examinations?
The pass rate of our anesthesia graduates over the past decade is 92
percent.
return to top
Are
all residents expected to take the ASA-ABA In-Training Examination, on
an annual basis, and what score
is required?
Yes, residents are expected to take the
ASA-ABA In-Training Examination, annually, beginning
with their first year (CBY). Their scores are part of our internal
evaluation process.
return to top
Is
there a minimum USMLE score for the UMKC Anesthesiology program?
When reviewing applications our committee will look first at applicants
with scores of 80 and above and on first-try attempts for both Step 1
and Step 2.
return to top
Does
Step 3 of the USMLE have to be completed prior to applying?
Step 1 must be complete and in your ERAS file before we can interview.
Completing Step 2 is not necessary to be offered an interview but should
be completed as soon as possible to provide additional information for
our selection committee. Step 3 is required prior to completion of the
CA-1 year (University Requirement).
return to top
Are there preliminary positions available?
We are a four-year program and accept applicants at the PGY-1 year.
return to top
Do your residents have access to computers?
Personal computers are available in the hospital and medical school
libraries, the Departments of Anesthesia and Medical Education,
Residents Academic Resource Center and
the residents’ call rooms. The computers are network-compatible,
linked to the Internet and equipped with all the necessary software.
In addition, residents can apply a $1,000 per year educational stipend
to the purchase of a personal computer. The program also purchases palm pilots for
each resident.
return to top
From what part of the country do you recruit most of your residents?
Because of our central location, most of our residents tend to come from the
Midwest, but we do receive applications from all over the country.
We believe in the diversity of our training program and encourage medical
students from outside the region of Kansas City to apply to our program.
return to top
Do any of your residents end up in academic medicine?
In the past 25 years, approximately
10-12 percent of our residents have
taken positions in academic medicine. We believe this is consistent
with the general experience of most of the training programs in the
country and reflects the commitment that our institution and Department
have towards developing the clinical and academic skills of our residents.
return to top
What kind of library facilities do you have?
Each of the affiliated teaching hospitals has its own library. The hospital
libraries are part of a private and public library consortium that extends
to a 50-mile radius around Kansas City. Scientific materials can be
obtained using daily courier service from these various library sites.
Approximately 1 million titles are available, including the vast majority
of journals. In addition, the resident has access to the medical school
library and the vast resources of the library system located on the
main campus of the University.
The department’s library is divided into a main operating library,
the Mid America Heart Institute library, and the Ambulatory Surgery
and Pain Clinic library. Truman Medical Center Department of
Anesthesiology has its own library facility. Also, the residents
have their own fully equipped academic resource center that contains
a robust collection of reference and journal texts.
Reference material is available to the residents without charge.
return to top
How many hours does an anesthesia resident work, on average,
in your program?
On average, the anesthesia resident works
between 60-65 hours per week.
return to top
What
is your average resident case load?
Our residents will average
approximately 550-600 cases per clinical year.
return to top
Does
the UMKC Department of Anesthesiology consider applications from persons
who are not citizens of the United States?
The department does consider applications from persons who are not citizens
of the United States of America. Permanent Resident Status ("Green
Card") is preferred. J-1 (exchange) visas are considered if the
applicant has a Social Security number. H-1B (temporary worker) visas
are not accepted or sponsored. F-1 (practical training) visas are not
accepted or sponsored. Our program has accepted, trained and graduated
a number of international medical graduates. Graduation from a U.S. Medical School is a
strong positive. Previous
residency experience in ACGME-accredited programs is also considered
a strong positive for such applications. Information about Visas and
"Green Cards" can be found at the ACGME website at http://www.acgme.org/GmeDir/Sect1policy.asp.
Please follow our application procedure.
return to top
Does the UMKC Department of Anesthesiology
consider applications from persons who are graduates of non-U.S. Medical
Schools?
The Department does consider applications from individuals who are graduates
of Non-U.S. Medical Schools. U.S. Citizenship or acceptable Visa status
is necessary (see question above). Our program has accepted such individuals
in the past. Previous residency experience in ACGME-accredited programs
is considered a strong positive for such applications. Since the Liaison
Committee for Medical Education (www.lcme.ord) only accredits medical
schools in the U.S. and Canada, the burden of proof of adequate medical
education will fall onto the applicant. The World Health Organization
(http://www.who.int/m/topics/world_directory_medical_schools/en/index.html)
provides information about worldwide medical training, but does not
provide accreditation. If you are also a non-U.S.-Citizen, please see
question above as well. Please follow our application procedure.
return to top
|
