Professionalism Neuro Boot Camp 2017

Professionalism Per the ACGME, professionalism is the “culmination” of all of the core competencies From the ACGME: “Professionalism standard speaks directly to the attitude and behavior of the resident physician. The expectation for all medical professionals is that each and every one will treat all people with respect, compassion, and dignity. Patient needs will supersede a resident’s self-interest. And residents accept and understand that they are accountable to not only the patient but also to their colleagues and society as a whole. Lastly, the Professionalism competency holds fast to the principle of treating all the diverse patient populations with sensitivity and respect. A professional physician will understand and recognize the unique effects of age, gender, culture, race, religion, disability, and sexual orientation on a patient’s health and well-being and act accordingly to provide care that is cognizant of these cultural ramifications.”

Professionalism Subcompetencies Demonstrating Professional Conduct and Accountability Demonstrating Humanism and Cultural Proficiency Maintaining Emotional, Physical, and Mental Health, and Pursuing Continual Personal and Professional Growth

Professionalism Subcompetencies Demonstrating Professional Conduct and Accountability Demonstrating Humanism and Cultural Proficiency Maintaining Emotional, Physical, and Mental Health, and Pursuing Continual Personal and Professional Growth

Professionalism Professional Conduct How residents present themselves to peers, patients, and families can have a direct impact on the responsiveness received in return Be on time Keep a calendar! Be prepared for the day Appropriate dress/hygiene Collegial communication Timely, efficient and communication

Professionalism Accountability Taking responsibility for patients Taking responsibility for errors You are here to learn and make mistakes!* *That does not include negligent care Self-awareness of own limitations Team Player Ethical Behavior

Professionalism Subcompetencies Demonstrating Professional Conduct and Accountability Demonstrating Humanism and Cultural Proficiency Maintaining Emotional, Physical, and Mental Health, and Pursuing Continual Personal and Professional Growth

Professionalism Humanism You are treating a person, not an object This can be easy to forget! Displays empathy for patients and family Altruistic Not at the expense of your health Advocate We deal with some of the most vulnerable patients

Professionalism Cultural Proficiency Each patient has a unique background We see patients of every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, emotional state and disability Be sensitive to the needs unique to patients in a variety of backgrounds

Professionalism Subcompetencies Demonstrating Professional Conduct and Accountability Demonstrating Humanism and Cultural Proficiency Maintaining Emotional, Physical, and Mental Health, and Pursuing Continual Personal and Professional Growth

Professionalism Maintaining Emotional, Physical, and Mental Health, and Pursuing Continual Personal and Professional Growth Living and leading by example Establishing work-life balance Life-long learning Acceptance and application of constructive feedback

Professionalism Poor Professionalism Abuse of Power Arrogance Scutting out med students Bias/Sexual Harassment Breach Arrogance Misrepresentation It’s always okay to say “I don’t know”

Professionalism Poor Professionalism Impairment Bad work ethic Conflicts of Interest

Professionalism How to Teach? By example! Demonstrate Professionalism You are always on stage now Patients, med students, seniors, attendings Know what setting you’re in! Social Media

Professionalism Minor Lapses Errors with minimal consequence Example: Resident falls asleep on a stretcher

Professionalism Major Lapse Errors with severe or potentially severe consequences Not answering pages Not documenting encounters Not signing out a patient Venting in a patient care area

Professionalism Critical Event Requires immediate intervention Examples: Lying Sexual Harassment Violence

Professionalism You’ve gotten this far by exhibiting professionalism more than anything else. Keep up the good work and keep striving to get better.