Pediatric and adolescent gynecology learned via a Web-based computerized case series.
OBJECTIVE
To increase resident knowledge in pediatric and adolescent gynecology via a Web-based self-tutorial.


METHODS
Prospective cohort involving 11 third- and fourth-year residents in a large university program. Residents were asked to complete a Web-based teaching series of cases involving common topics of pediatric and adolescent gynecology (PAG). A pretest and a posttest were completed to assess knowledge gained. Residents were asked to give feedback regarding improvements to the Web-based series for future case development.


METHODS
University-affiliated residency program in a major metropolitan area.


METHODS
Resident physicians in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.


METHODS
Introduction of a Web-based teaching series to enhance resident education.


METHODS
Improvement of resident knowledge in PAG.


RESULTS
All residents improved their knowledge in PAG after reviewing the series of cases. The pretest group mean score was 50%. The posttest group score was 69% (P < .05). All (100%) of participants said that this tool was an effective way to improve resident knowledge in PAG.


CONCLUSIONS
A computer-based self-tutorial in pediatric and adolescent gynecology is a feasible and satisfactory teaching adjunct to PAG.
De Silva
Nirupama K
NK
Division of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Oklahoma-Tulsa, Tulsa, OK 74135-2512, USA. nirupama-desilva@ouhsc.edu
Dietrich
Jennifer E
JE
Young
Amy E
AE
D000293:Adolescent; D002648:Child; D004522:Educational Status; D005260:Female; D006176:Gynecology / Q000193:education*; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D007396:Internship and Residency; D010372:Pediatrics / Q000193:education*; D018794:Problem-Based Learning; D011446:Prospective Studies