MEM (GWU-USA)

MEM Daily Class: Daily classes, monthly "rosh reviews", and interactions can effectively conduct formative assessments of residents. It involves gathering ongoing feedback on student learning and using that feedback to identify strengths and weaknesses and to make adjustments to improve learning outcomes. By conducting regular classes and reviews, EPs can monitor residents' progress and identify areas where additional support may be needed. Additionally, interactions such as discussions and one-on-one meetings can provide opportunities for personalized feedback and support. Ultimately, the formative assessment aims to help residents develop their skills and knowledge in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Monthly Rosh Review: It is primarily used as an adaptive learning tool rather than a strict performance measure. If a resident scores below 60%, they may be required to complete an additional 50 questions to reinforce their learning and address any knowledge gaps.

Quarterly Exam: The residents must pass these exams with a minimum score of 70%, and the exams may be curved to account for differences in difficulty. The residents are allowed three attempts to pass the Quarterly Exam, and if they do not score at least 70% on any of those attempts, they will be required to undergo remediation before they are allowed to sit for the End of Year Exam (EOY).

End of Year Exam (EOY): It assesses the overall knowledge and skills at the end of the academic year. The residents must pass these exams with a minimum score of 50%, and the exams are not curved. The EOY also include the oral practical and must receive a passing grade (critical actions)- retake offered in the fall. Failure to pass will Require Remediation to move on to the next year of the program.

Practical Exam:

EOY PGY2: 1 Examiner, 2 cases (15 mins x 2) = 30 mins testing time

EOY PGY1: 1 Megacode case = 15 mis testing time

Result: Fail/Low Pass/Pass/High Pass

End of Program Exam (EOP):  The passing score for the exam is 70%, and the exam is curved. If the resident fails to pass the EOP exam, they can retake it in the Fall. However, if they still need to pass the exam after the retake, they must undergo remediation before attempting the exam again the following year. The passing EOP exam is a requirement for receiving a full completion certificate. The EOP oral practical comprises two double cases and one complex team simulation case. The resident must receive a passing grade of 80% for critical actions performed correctly.

Practical Exam:

EOP: 2 Examiners, 2 cases each (15 mins x 2 = Case + Procedure) = 60 mins testing time. F/by Simulation on the next day

"Being a competent ED physician is about more than just the test"

Thesis Topics:  The timeline in place for residents to complete their thesis research includes the following steps:

1. The residents are expected to identify a topic for their thesis research within the first six months of the program.

2. Once a resident has identified a topic for their thesis research, they will need approval from both the scientific committee and ethics committee before proceeding with their study. The residents are expected to obtain this approval within one year of starting the program.

MEM Curriculum Overview 

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