BackTable / Urology / Podcast / Episode #218

BackTable Resident Edition: Optimizing Resident Education in Clinic

with Dr. Allison Keenan and Dr. Nick Koch

Why is clinic experience important in urology residency training? In this edition of the BackTable Urology PGY Playlist, guests Dr. Alison Keenan and resident Dr. Nicholas Koch join host Dr. Gina Badalato to discuss the significance of clinic exposure as a trainee.

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Podcast Contributors

Dr. Allison Keenan

Dr. Allison Keenan is a pediatric Urologist at Atrium Health in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Dr. Nick Koch

Dr. Nick Koch is a urology resident at Atrium Health in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Dr. Gina Badalato

Dr. Gina Badalato is an associate professor of urology at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City.

Synopsis

Extended clinic exposure can facilitate better clinical decision-making, improve understanding of pathology, and help develop soft skills. Dr. Keenan shares her experience in implementing a longitudinal resident clinic (LRC) model at her institution, emphasizing its role in providing continuity and autonomy. As a senior resident, Dr. Koch reflects on his experiences from participating in the LRC, underlining its value in preparing for independent practice.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
02:37 - Outpatient Resident Education
08:13 - Effective Teaching in Clinic
19:42 - Innovative Longitudinal Resident Clinic (LRC) Model
27:59 - Advice and Final Thoughts

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