Comparison of orientation program for emergency resident in Chinese and American hospitals / 中华医学教育探索杂志

ABSTRACT

It has been 10 years since the residency training in China has been gradually implemented and standardized. Orientation is playing an important role in the transition from medical students to residents in a new work environment to ensure medical safety. The daily work of the emergency room is characterized by high intensity, fast pace and high risk. Orientation is even more important here. This article compared the similarities and differences between orientation program of emergency medicine in China and the United States, it was found that the orientation programs in the United States usually lasted for a longer time, the training was various in forms and the contents were more comprehensive. A multi-dimensional evaluation was designed for orientation also. It is worth summarizing and drawing lessons to provide reference for improving the orientation of emergency residents in China.