2. Guide for Rotation Directors and Facilitators
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Abstract
- At VA Bedford, from 2017 to 2023 we implemented the curriculum with approximately 240 PGY2-3 family medicine and internal medicine residents from four area programs, and 33 PGY4 subspecialty geriatrics trainees from two programs. Rotations were 2-4 weeks in length.
- Several days prior to the rotation, program support staff sent incoming trainees a “Welcome!” email…
- The first morning of the rotation, trainees met with a clinician-facilitator for a robust orientation…
- Content critical to caring for older adults like delirium, cognitive impairment, and active medication management was taught in the first week…
- Clinical expectations varied slightly depending on which patient care unit the resident was assigned to…