Medical Knowledge

At this level of professional development most learning is self-directed. It is advised that residents read daily and teach daily the things that they are learning. A spirit of intellectual curiosity and scientific inquiry is desirable. Residents must demonstrate knowledge about established and evolving biomedical sciences, clinical care topics and the social sciences.  

PGY-1 Medical Knowledge Objectives

PGY-1 residents will:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of common medical conditions and procedures.
2. Demonstrate satisfactory management of common conditions with minimal supervision by completion of PGY-1 year.
3. Score 40% or above on the In-Service Training exam. If the resulting score is below 40% a specific learning strategy will be agreed upon between the resident and the Educational Program Office.
4. Attend a minimum of 50% of noon conferences and Grand Rounds.
5. Demonstrate competence in interpreting diagnostic EKG's, pulmonary function testing, common radiologic studies, lab medicine, including hematologic, infectious, chemical and microscopic diagnostic studies.
6. Pass the USMLE Step 3 as criteria for promotion to PGY-3 year.
7. Present a 20-minute lecture at Noon Conference on an assigned clinical topic.
8. Attend Learning To TALK sessions.

PGY-2 Medical Knowledge Objectives

In addition to the above noted objectives, PGY-2 residents will:

1. Demonstrate improved knowledge and analytical thinking in complex patients.
2. Demonstrate understanding of psychosocial issues, statistical analysis and their application to patient care.
3. Show evidence of continued reading and improvement in medical knowledge.
4. Present a 20-minute Quality Review at Power Rounds.

Medical Knowledge Objectives For PGY-3 Residents

In addition to the above noted objectives, PGY-3 residents will:

1. Exhibit knowledge and competency of effective teaching methods.
2. Present a 20-minute lecture on a topic of his/her choosing at Power Rounds.