Teaching Methods
During Inpatient Medicine Ward rotations, residents benefit from expert supervision, progressing from direct to oversight supervision throughout their training.
Our dedicated Internal Medicine faculty provide patient care guidance and mentorship, with the goal of preparing residents for autonomous practice after graduation.
What To Expect
- Specific goals and objectives are outlined at the start of each rotation.
- Residents receive regular feedback, culminating in a comprehensive review at the end of each rotation.
- Residents also play a pivotal role in developing improvement strategies based on clinical data.
- Our program's didactic component includes case discussions, daily Attending Rounds with supervising faculty, Morning Reports, our Core Curriculum Lecture Series, and Grand Rounds presentations.
Evaluation
Resident evaluation is a comprehensive process conducted by faculty through direct observation, chart review, and feedback from other staff members.
Residents have full access to their evaluations and are encouraged to discuss their strengths and areas for improvement with supervising faculty. Patient feedback is also incorporated into the evaluation process.
Evaluations are reviewed semi-annually alongside other metrics such as didactic attendance, In-Training Exam (ITE) scores, and completion of administrative tasks to assess each resident’s performance across key competencies in medical practice.
Educational Goals and Resources
View educational goals for residents
- Conduct initial evaluations, diagnoses, management, and follow-up of acutely ill general medical inpatients
- Serve as valued consultants in managing complex medical problems
- Gain scientific, socioeconomic, and behavioral insights necessary for treating complex conditions
- Develop as effective team members and leaders in interprofessional care
- Address patient safety goals, medical management errors, and ethical dilemmas
- Provide high-quality, cost-effective care using continuous improvement processes
- Transition patient care effectively within and beyond the hospital setting
- Utilize information systems to access and disseminate medical knowledge
- Reflect on and improve practice performance through continual learning
- Communicate effectively with diverse patient populations and healthcare professionals
- Understand and apply various therapeutic options, incorporating patient-specific preferences into care plans
View educational resources for residents
- Annals of Internal Medicine
- Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Digital Library
- DeckerMed Online Resources
- Journal of the American Medical Association
- Journal of Hospital Medicine
- UpToDate
- MKSAP
- MedChallenger
Join us at North Oaks and be a part of shaping Louisiana's medical future!
Our Graduate Medical Education program offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn, grow, and make a significant impact in the community.
Our Internal Medicine and Transitional Year Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs are currently accepting applications for our 2026-2027 classes.
Get Started Today
To learn more about the North Oaks GME program and the application process, please contact us at (985) 230-6770 or email us for more information.
Residents must apply through ERAS.
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