Teaching Methods
Residents benefit from both direct and indirect supervision, receiving patient care guidance and mentorship from our dedicated faculty. At the beginning of each rotation, specific goals and objectives are outlined for each resident. Feedback is provided regularly and culminates in a comprehensive review at the end of the rotation.
The teaching service systematically reviews performance metrics, including length of stay, readmission rates, patient experience survey reports and core measures. These data, crucial for continuous improvement, are utilized by our inter-professional team to enhance patient care.
Residents play a pivotal role in developing improvement strategies based on the data. The didactic component of our program includes case discussions, daily Attending Rounds with supervising faculty, Morning Reports, and the Core Curriculum Lecture Series. Additionally, medical residents participate in all relevant conferences as outlined in our Schedule of Conferences and Didactics, as well as Grand Rounds.
Evaluation
Evaluation of residents is a comprehensive process, conducted by supervising faculty. This process includes feedback from the entire inter-professional patient care team, with whom residents collaborate as both team members and leaders. The team comprises fellow residents, case managers, nurses, therapists, social workers and pharmacists. Residents also receive evaluations from medical students under their tutelage. In addition, patient feedback is sought and incorporated into these evaluations.
At the end of each rotation, formal evaluations are conducted, assessing performances in conferences and transitions of care. Residents have full access to these evaluations and are provided opportunities to discuss their strengths and areas for improvement with the supervising faculty. For confidentiality, evaluations can be submitted anonymously.
Evaluation methods encompass direct observation, chart review, conference participation, resident evaluation forms, multisource evaluations, DeckerMed-assigned modules, in-training exams and procedure log reviews.
Program Aims
Our Transitional Year Residency Program aims to accomplish our mission by:
- Providing our residents with a diverse range of clinical experiences across various medical disciplines.
- Empowering residents to explore different fields, helping them make informed decisions about their future specialties.
- Focusing on building essential clinical skills. Residents gain proficiency in patient care, medical knowledge, and communication, setting the stage for their subsequent training.
- Emphasizing the importance of community medicine. Residents actively participate in community health initiatives, outreach programs, and preventive care efforts.
- Prioritizing residents’ personal growth. Our curriculum encourages curiosity, lifelong learning, and resilience. We believe that well-rounded physicians contribute not only to patient care but also to the overall well-being of their communities.
- Our program fosters a collaborative environment. Residents work closely with faculty, community practitioners, and other healthcare professionals. We value mentorship, teamwork, and mutual respect.
Education Resources
Residents have access to a range of educational resources:
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Archives of Internal Medicine (JAMA® Network)
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DeckerMed Online Resources
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Journal of the American Medical Association
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Journal of Hospital Medicine
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New England Journal of Medicine Knowledge+
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. Whether you're considering a residency, seeking to advance your medical education, or exploring a move to Louisiana, North Oaks is the perfect starting point.
Our Graduate Medical Education (GME) program is currently accepting applications for internal medicine and transitional year residents for the 2025 Academic Year, which commences in July 2025.
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To learn more about our GME program and the application process, please contact us at (985) 230-6770, or email us for more information.
Residents must apply through ERAS by clicking here.
