E-Log system in monitoring of residency program: trainees' perspective

ABSTRACT

To record residents' perspective about the utility of newly introduced E-Log system at the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan [CPSP]. Sequential mixed method design using survey questionnaire and in-depth interviews. CPSP, Regional Center, Lahore, from March to June 2014. Data was collected from registered trainees through a web-based survey questionnaire on a scale of 1 to 7 about the utility of E-log system. In-depth interviews were conducted with 7 students using non-probability purposive sampling. The interviews were tape recorded and subsequently transcribed. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 20 and qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis by identifying themes and patterns. A total of 4399 responses were received. Motivation was 4.61 +/- 1.98; 4.33 +/- 2.00 remained acknowledgment of control of one's training by the new system. Ease of use got a mean score of 4.56 +/- 2.15. The overall acceptance of the students regarding E-Log system was high. Scheduling IT workshop at the start of training will add to the student satisfaction regarding utility of E-Log system