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The Role of Ombuds in Graduate Medical Education: Fostering Wellness and Psychological Safety

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The authors propose an educational innovation in graduate medical education, the creation of an Education Ombudsperson. Although this role has been implemented for faculty and students within the medical field, it has not been described in residency programs. The Ombudsperson for house staff is distinct from institutional or programmatic leadership. His or her primary role within a department is to foster psychological safety, wellness, advocacy, and professionalism in residency or fellowship programs. This manuscript describes the process for selection, visitor consultation, escalation pathways, and examples of concerns addressed proactively. The Ombudsperson can complement the role of the Program Director, Chair, and Designated Institutional Official in a collaborative model that addresses challenges in the learning environment.

Source: Journal of Education in Perioperative Medicine

DOI: 10.46374/volxxvi_issue4_mulaikal

Authors: Jennifer Danielsson, Stephanie A Chen, Naralys Batista, Caroline H Jensen, Teresa A Mulaikal

Institutions: Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Columbia University

Language: English

Topic: Innovations in Medical Education

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4406026728

FWCI: 1.916

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Cited by: 5

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