COMMUNICABLE DISEASE ROTATION OBJECTIVES FORM

Purpose of Rotation:

In the course of the rotation residents will gain experience in assessing CD-related health needs of a population; investigating-CD health issues; assessing sociopolitical realities and advocating the appropriate action to improve health; plan, implement and evaluate CD/immunization related health programs and/or strategies, and understand the application of legal, technical, economic and health educational approaches to CD-related issues.

Instructions:

The form is to be completed, reviewed and signed off with your rotation supervisor before the start of each rotation. A signed copy is to be submitted to the Program Director no later than the first day of the rotation. Keep a copy for review at mid-unit evaluation and at final evaluation.

At the end of each rotation, please complete the “Evidence of Achievement of Objectives” column of the form and review with your supervisor. Consider this information in the resident, faculty and site evaluations. Then, sign the form along with your supervisor and resubmit to your Program Director. Be sure to view your online assessment following each rotation

NAME OF RESIDENT: YEAR OF TRAINING:

ROTATION PERIOD: From: To:

TYPE OF ROTATION: SUPERVISOR:

UNIVERSITY: NAME OF PROGRAM DIRECTOR:

CanMEDS Domain: Medical Expert Rotation Specific Objectives Tasks

Demonstrate skill in the assessment of the health of a population as it relates to CDs using a variety of methods.

Assess and interpret: -existing CD and immunization data sources and indicators; -health behaviour data; -related social economic and environmental factors -epidemiologic data -CD/infection control guidelines Gather information, analyze and describe the health of the population, eg. -communicable disease rates; -biological risk markers; -health behaviours (incl. immunization practices, sexual practices, risk taking, environmental monitoring (eg water & food))

-infection control practices or other practices which impact on disease transmission.

Use computers in epidemiologic investigations and data analysis. Understand the principles of: -CD control; -reporting requirements; -case definition; -roles of various agencies in CD control; (provincial/federal/lab) Demonstrate knowledge of major CDs in Canada (natural history of, descriptive epidemiology, risk factors, impact, prevention and treatment)

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Investigate and manage a communicable disease outbreak. Develop, implement and evaluate a CD surveillance and control program. Develop, implement and evaluate an immunization program To a CD issue, apply principles and strategies of: -harm reduction -health protection -disease prevention -health promotion Use legal dispositions as appropriate. Assess ethical issues in surveillance and control. Demonstrate use of prophylaxis and treatment modalities as appropriate in the Community Medicine context. Understand & apply determinants of causality (eg Koch, Hill) Act as a consultant to other physicians and health care providers on CD issues.

Plans for/Evidence of achievement of Tasks and Objectives

CanMEDS Domain: Communicator Rotation Specific Objectives Tasks

Demonstrate skill in communicating assessment and recommendations related to an environmental health issue (including rationale) to community partners, service providers, policy makers and the public, both orally and in writing. Demonstrate knowledge of principles of risk communication. Demonstrate effective listening skills, and elicit and provide feedback.

Develop a communication plan about a CD issue, including a media component. Respond to media enquiries about CD issues. Demonstrate effective listening skills, and elicit and provide feedback. Demonstrate group facilitation skills. Respond to enquiries from other stakeholders (e.g. school boards, teachers, family members).

Plans for/Evidence of achievement of Tasks and Objectives

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CanMEDS Domain: Collaborator Rotation Specific Objectives Tasks

Develop effective relationships for gathering and sharing of information with physicians and other service providers, community partners, clients and patients. Demonstrate collaborative approach to delivery of services.

Effectively participate in interdisciplinary teams for the purpose of information exchange, conflict resolution and problem solving. Identify and seek out appropriate partners who can contribute to the assessment and resolution of a CD issue. Employ a variety of means to engage stakeholders. Clearly articulate the goals and objectives of a given collaborative process. Identify and describe the role and expected contribution of members of an interdisciplinary team assembled to address a health issue.

Plans for/Evidence of achievement of Tasks and Objectives

CanMEDS Domain: Manager Rotation Specific Objectives Tasks

CD, Immunization, or Infection control program planning

Conduct a needs assessment. Prioritize program alternatives. Design an implementation plan for a CD program or initiative. Assess the evaluability of a program. Carry out a program evaluation. Understand and use leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Develop an organizational policy and procedure. Set an agenda, chair a meeting, and act as secretary.

Plans for/Evidence of achievement of Tasks and Objectives

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CanMEDS Domain: Health Advocate Rotation Specific Objectives Tasks

Apply knowledge of distribution and determinants of health status information to develop a position on a CD/Immunization/Sexual Health/Environmental Health issue.

Demonstrate policy analysis, development and implementation skills. Identify opportunities for policy change and/or advocacy. Identify opportunities for policy change and/or advocacy. Define an advocacy position and defend it persuasively. Understand and utilize strategies to support policy change. Demonstrate ability to assist in the development of community capacity.

Plans for/Evidence of achievement of Tasks and Objectives

CanMEDS Domain: Scholar Rotation Specific Objectives Tasks

Develop, implement and monitor a personal continuing education strategy. Critically appraise sources of information relevant to the practice of Community Medicine. Facilitate learning of patients and clients, residents, other health professionals and the community. Contribute to development of new knowledge.

Pose a research question and participate actively in research process (e.g., epidemiologic research, document an outbreak investigation). Contribute to new knowledge through dissemination of findings. Develop a personal learning plan. Provide educational and training support to others (colleagues, public). Demonstrate ability to critically appraise research and literature. Demonstrate ability to use and interpret statistics. Carry out a field investigation or survey on a CD issue. Participate in/lead the teaching of agency staff, medical students, other residents, other health professionals and members of the community.

Plans for/Evidence of achievement of Tasks and Objectives

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CanMEDS Domain: Professional Rotation Specific Objectives Tasks

Deliver highest quality care with integrity, honesty and compassion. Exhibit appropriate personal and interpersonal professional behaviours. Practice medicine ethically consistent with obligations of a physician.

Evaluates own skills and abilities, knows limits of professional competence, knows when to consult with others. Identifies ethical issues (e.g. informed consent, privacy rights, conflict of interest) in the course of practice and applies appropriate strategy to address them. Recognizes and responds effectively to unprofessional behaviours in others. Demonstrates awareness of and exhibits appropriate interpersonal behaviours in professional relationships. Finds opportunities to evaluate and improve skills in this area. Demonstrates professional behaviour, including timely attendance at work, and at meetings, and response during on-call.

Plans for/Evidence of achievement of Tasks and Objectives

PRIOR TO ROTATION:

DATE: SIGNATURE OF RESIDENT:

DATE: SIGNATURE OF SUPERVISOR:

UPON COMPLETION OF ROTATION:

DATE: SIGNATURE OF RESIDENT:

DATE: SIGNATURE OF SUPERVISOR: