Disaster Olympics: A Model for Resident Education

• 2016

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• Pia Daniel; Ramon Gist; Andrew Grock; Stephan Kohlhoff; Patricia Roblin; Bonnie Arquilla
PMID: 27048857DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/s1049023x16000212

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This observational study describes an educational method that was used to teach American emergency medicine physicians disaster medicine through an "Olympic Games" style drill. The study involved 82 emergency medicine residents at a center in Brooklyn, New York. Post-test scores were significantly higher than pre-test scores, showing improved knowledge. The model proved effective in evaluating performance and protocols, enhancing emergency preparedness. This approach may be an effective way to prepare doctors for real-life emergencies by making learning engaging and practical.

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Focus Areas: Everyday Emergency; Trauma

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Education, Medical, Graduate; Educational Measurement; Emergency Medicine; Medical Staff, Hospital; New York City; Professional Competence; Program Evaluation; Disaster Medicine

Institutions: State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University

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