Accepted Type
Oral
Code
OF2-2-4
Acceptance Declaration
Accept
Additional Information
I declare I have no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this program.
Was this work accepted for CCME 2020?
no
Category
General Call (Workshop, Oral Presentation, Poster Presentation)
Type
Oral
Sub Type
Education Research
Will the presenter be a:
Jr. Faculty (less than 5 years in practice)
Affiliation
Considered for Poster
yes
Title
Residency training experiences of residents with children: a phenomenology study
Length of Presentation
Background/Purpose
Residency training is a challenging and demanding period for many physicians. For many residents, the timing of residency training coincides with childrearing years. The proportion of female medical trainees and residents has also increased significantly in recent decades. Residency training may therefore have an impact on the timing and experience of pregnancy and parenting for many physicians.
Methods
We are in the process of conducting 15 interviews using transcendental phenomenology as a methodology. The phone interviews each lasted for around an hour. Our study population includes post-graduate medical education trainees at the University of Alberta who were already parents upon entry to residency or who became parents during their residency training.
Results
We performed a thematic analysis with our data which resulted in the following themes: 1) work-life balance; 2) support systems; 3) culture of residency; 4) impact on social interactions; and 5) clinical expectations. We divided our data into two portions to accurately reflect both the issues and solutions that were being suggested. The second part of our analysis resulted in themes which can be categorized as actionable solutions. These include: 1) scheduling flexibility; 2) family-inclusive events; 3) mentorship; 4) individualized residency plan; 5) supports for fathers; and 6) childcare options.
Conclusion
It is evident that despite the current focus on resident wellness, there are still immense challenges for individuals trying to navigate parenthood and residency. The hope is that the recommendations that come from this study can be implemented within residency programs across the country.
Level of Training
Post Graduate
Abstract Themes
Postgraduate
Additional Theme (First choice)
Physician & Medical Student Health and Well-being
Additional Theme (Second Choice)
Additional Theme (Third Choice)
Authors
Presenter
Erin Boschee
Term 1
Yes
Term 2
Yes
Term 3
Yes
Term 4
Yes
Term 5
Yes
