Resident remediation, probation, and dismissal basic considerations for program directors.
OBJECTIVE
To suggest a basic new approach for pathology training programs to consider when a resident requires remediation, probation, or dismissal.


METHODS
Remediation, probation, or dismissal of the poorly performing pathology resident is one of the most difficult and challenging aspects of any pathology training program. The poorly performing resident requires extra time and resources from the faculty and the program and can be disruptive for the entire program. Effective remediation requires faculty development, a well-constructed remediation or probation plan, and documentation.


RESULTS
Despite best efforts, not all remediation plans are successful and dismissal of the resident will need to be seriously considered.


CONCLUSIONS
Approaches to dealing with resident performance issues can be variable and need to be tailored to the issue being addressed.
From the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Penn State Hershey Medical Center and College of Medicine, Hershey, PA. rdomen@hmc.psu.edu.
Ronald E
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D002983:Clinical Competence / Q000592:standards*; D004503:Education, Medical, Graduate; D004521:Educational Measurement; D006801:Humans; D007396:Internship and Residency / Q000592:standards*; D010336:Pathology / Q000193:education* / Q000592:standards; D012073:Remedial Teaching / Q000379:methods*
Pathology education; Pathology training; Professionalism; Residency training; Resident education; Resident remediation; Residents