Computers and Evaluation of Clinical Competence
Authors: Eric S. Holmboe
Journal: Annals of Internal Medicine (1999)

Letters2 February 1999Computers and Evaluation of Clinical CompetenceS. Barry Issenberg, MD, William C. McGaghie, PhD, and Robert A. Waugh, MDS. Barry Issenberg, MDUniversity of Miami School of Medicine; Miami, FL 33101 (Issenberg)Northwestern University Medical School; Chicago, IL 60611 (McGaghie)Duke University Medical Center; Durham, NC 27710 (Waugh)Search for more papers by this author, William C. McGaghie, PhDUniversity of Miami School of Medicine; Miami, FL 33101 (Issenberg)Northwestern University Medical School; Chicago, IL 60611 (McGaghie)Duke University Medical Center; Durham, NC 27710 (Waugh)Search for more papers by this author, and Robert A. Waugh, MDUniversity of Miami School of Medicine; Miami, FL 33101 (Issenberg)Northwestern University Medical School; Chicago, IL 60611 (McGaghie)Duke University Medical Center; Durham, NC 27710 (Waugh)Search for more papers by this authorAuthor, Article, and Disclosure Informationhttps://doi.org/10.7326/0003-4819-130-3-199902020-00037 SectionsAboutFull TextPDF ToolsAdd to favoritesDownload CitationsTrack CitationsPermissions ShareFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditEmail TO THE EDITOR:We agree with Holmboe and Hawkins (1) that evaluation of clinical competence is complex and that no single tool can adequately assess residents' knowledge, skills, and attitudes. We add to their list of options the use of simulation and multimedia computer technology, especially to assess bedside skills.Studies that document the lack of proficiency in physical examination skills of residents stress that repetition through simulation is a logical remedy (2). The American Association of Medical Colleges recognizes the value of computer technologies and encourages assessment and demonstration at its scientific sessions. The National Board of Medical Examiners ...References1. Holmboe ES, Hawkins RE. Methods for evaluating the clinical competence of residents in internal medicine: a review. Ann Intern Med. 1998;129:42-8. LinkGoogle Scholar2. Mangione S, Nieman LZ. Cardiac auscultatory skills of internal medicine and family practice trainees: a comparison of diagnostic proficiency. JAMA. 1997;278:717-22. CrossrefMedlineGoogle Scholar3. Satava RJ. Skills assessment: technology/simulation [Abstract]. In: Proceedings of the 8th International Ottawa Conference on Medical Education and Assessment, 12-15 July 1998, Philadelphia. [In press.] Google Scholar4. Ewy GA, Felner JM, Juul D, Mayer JW, Sajid A, Waugh RA. Test of a cardiology patient simulator with students in fourth-year electives. J Med Educ. 1987;62:738-43. MedlineGoogle Scholar5. Issenberg SB, McGaghie WC, Brown DD, Mayer JW, Gessner IH, Hart IR, et al. Development of multimedia computer-based measures of clinical skills in bedside cardiology. In: Proceedings of the 8th International Ottawa Conference on Medical Education and Assessment, 12-15 July 1998, Philadelphia. [In press.] Google Scholar Author, Article, and Disclosure InformationAuthors: S. Barry Issenberg, MD; William C. McGaghie, PhD; Robert A. Waugh, MDAffiliations: University of Miami School of Medicine; Miami, FL 33101 (Issenberg)Northwestern University Medical School; Chicago, IL 60611 (McGaghie)Duke University Medical Center; Durham, NC 27710 (Waugh) PreviousarticleNextarticle Advertisement FiguresReferencesRelatedDetailsSee AlsoMethods for Evaluating the Clinical Competence of Residents in Internal Medicine: A Review Eric S. Holmboe and Richard E. Hawkins Computers and Evaluation of Clinical Competence Eric S. Holmboe and Richard E. Hawkins Metrics Cited byAmbiente Virtual de Avaliação de Competências no Manejo do Diabetes MellitusL’évaluation des pratiques cliniques : quels modes de recueil des données et à partir de quelles sources d’information?Effects of a distance learning program on physicians' opioid- and benzodiazepine-prescribing skillsAssessing clinical competency in medical senior house officers: how and why should we do it?The impact of a new educational strategy on acquiring neonatology skills 2 February 1999Volume 130, Issue 3Page: 244KeywordsBehaviorComputersComputing systemsMedical educationPatientsSimulation and modeling ePublished: 15 August 2000 Issue Published: 2 February 1999 Copyright & PermissionsCopyright © 1999 by American College of Physicians. All Rights Reserved.PDF downloadLoading ...