Designing a Palliative Care Curriculum for OBGYN Residents
A study published in Palliative Medicine Reports identified a need to design, implement, and evaluate a multidisciplinary palliative care curriculum in an OBGYN residency, after identifying a lack of formal training in palliative care skills. Through a combination of clinical experiences, informal chalk talks, and CAPC online courses, researchers found that trainees’ knowledge and perceived understanding of palliative care notably improved, with over 50% of those surveyed showing demonstrated improvement across all competencies. Ninety-three percent of respondents agreed that OBGYN residents should receive palliative care training. The evaluation highlights the importance of integrating a palliative care curriculum into OBGYN training.