Goals and Objectives PGY 2: SCVMC Competency-based Goals and Objectives Goal 1: Learn how to evaluate and counsel otolaryngology patients with common conditions related to the head and neck. Resident Objectives: ACGME Competency Goals Regularly attend outpatient clinics and learn a complete head and neck history and examination on adult and pediatric patients with attending supervision/verification of positive/negative findings. Begin to attain an understanding of appropriate work-up and available medical and surgical treatment options for adults with common conditions such as chronic otitis media, nasal obstruction, sleep apnea, chronic sinusitis, gastroesophageal reflux, asymmetric sensorineural hearing loss, vocal cord paralysis, epistaxis, head and neck malignancy, and otitis externa.
Patient Care Medical Knowledge
Be able to effectively counsel patients regarding the treatment alternatives, indications, risks, benefits, and expected post-operative course of basic surgical procedures such as:
Patient Care Medical Knowledge Interpersonal and Communication Skills
o Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty o Septoplasty o Turbinate reduction o Tracheotomy o Tympanoplasty o Excisional biopsy of neck mass o Laryngoscopy, esophagoscopy, and bronchoscopy Be able to effectively counsel patients regarding medical ENT topics such as presbycusis, tinnitus, control of seasonal allergies, head and neck cancer risk factors, and smoking cessation. Learn basic audiologic principles and understand the interpretation of audiologic tests. Begin to develop a practical and cost-effective approach to providing excellent care within the constraints of resources available to uninsured/under-insured patients. Begin to develop competency in recognizing emergencies in the adult and pediatric patient, including airway emergencies.
Patient Care Medical Knowledge
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