Resident Education Curriculum in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology: The Short Curriculum 2.0 - 20/03/18

Doi : 10.1016/j.jpag.2017.11.007

Hina J. Talib, MD ^1,^⁎ , Nicole Karjane, MD ², Karen Teelin, MD ³, Margaret Abraham, MD ⁴, Stephanie Holt, MD ⁵, Gayaythri Chelvakumar, MD ⁶, Tania Dumont, MD ⁷, Patricia S. Huguelet, MD ⁸, Lindsay Conner, MD ⁹, Carol Wheeler, MD ¹⁰, Nathalie Fleming, MD ¹¹
¹ Division of Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital at Montefiore, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York
² Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, Richmond, Virginia
³ Department of Pediatrics, Golisano Children's Hospital, State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, New York
⁴ Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Pediatrics, University of Louisville, Norton Children's Hospital Gynecology Specialist, Louisville, Kentucky
⁵ Department of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
⁶ Division of Adolescent Medicine, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
⁷ Division of Gynecology, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
⁸ Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, Children's Hospital Colorado, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colorado
⁹ Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mountain Area Health and Education Center, Asheville, North Carolina
¹⁰ Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
¹¹ Division of Gynecology, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada

^∗Address correspondence to: Hina Talib, MD, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Adolescent Medicine, 3415 Bainbridge Avenue, Bronx, New York 10467; Phone: (718) 920-6781.Department of PediatricsDivision of Adolescent Medicine3415 Bainbridge AvenueBronxNew York

Abstract

The degree of exposure to pediatric and adolescent gynecology (PAG) varies across residency programs in obstetrics and gynecology and pediatrics. Nevertheless, these programs are responsible for training residents and providing opportunities within their programs to fulfill PAG learning objectives. To that end, the North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology has taken a leadership role in PAG resident education by creating and systematically updating the Short Curriculum. This curriculum outlines specific learning objectives that are central to PAG education and lists essential resources for learners' reference. This updated curriculum replaces the previous 2014 publication with added content, resources, and updated references. Additionally, attention to the needs of learners in pediatrics and adolescent medicine is given greater emphasis in this revised North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology Short Curriculum 2.0.

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Key Words : Pediatric and adolescent gynecology, Postgraduate medical education, Education curriculum, Resident education, Accreditation

Plan

Introduction

Goals of the Short Curriculum 2.0

Target Audience

Educational Objectives

Time Requirement

Definitions

Section 1: Focus on the Prepubertal Child

Day 1: Anatomy and Examination of the Prepubertal Child

Day 2: Vulvovaginitis and Skin Conditions in the Prepubertal Girl

Day 3: Prepubertal Vaginal Bleeding

Day 4: Delayed Puberty and Precocious Puberty

Section 2: Focus on the Adolescent

Day 1: Confidentiality and Communication in Adolescent Care

Day 2: Menstrual Disorders

Day 3: Pelvic Pain

Day 4: Assessment and Treatment of Vaginitis and Sexually Transmitted Infections

Day 5: Contraception and Pregnancy in Adolescents

Day 6: Congenital Anomalies of the Reproductive System

Conclusion

The authors indicate no conflicts of interest.

This Committee Document was prepared under the direction of the North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (NASPAG) Resident Education Committee, and reviewed by the NASPAG Board and the Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology editors. The information contained in this document reflects the currently available best evidence for education and practice at the time of publication. The information referenced in this document aims to educate practitioners in making decisions about appropriate patient care, but should not be construed as dictating an exclusive course of treatment or procedure. Variations in practice might be warranted on the basis of the needs of the individual patient and/or on the basis of resources and limitations unique to the institution or type of practice. This information has been reviewed and approved by the NASPAG.