Residency training experiences of residents with children: A phenomenological study
Parenthood during postgraduate medical training has become an increasingly relevant topic in recent years. While previous research has attempted to explore the experiences of residents in a parenting role through surveys and limited qualitative studies, an in depth understanding of the postgraduate...
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| description | Parenthood during postgraduate medical training has become an increasingly relevant topic in recent years. While previous research has attempted to explore the experiences of residents in a parenting role through surveys and limited qualitative studies, an in depth understanding of the postgraduate training experience of these parent residents has not been clearly described. The optimal means of supporting trainees completing residency while parenting remains unclear. The study aim was to develop a rich understanding of the residency training experience of residents in a parenting role. We conducted 15 semi-structured telephone interviews. Our study population included postgraduate trainees from 9 different programs from a large research-intensive university who were parents upon entry to residency or who became parents during residency training. Transcendental phenomenology was used as a qualitative research methodology, guided by life course theory. Thematic analysis of residents’ training experiences revealed the following themes: 1) challenges of being a parent with residency responsibilities; 2) work-life balance; 3) support systems; 4) impact on patient interactions; 5) impact on other interactions; and 6) unspoken expectations. Participants suggested actionable solutions to improve the training experience for residents in a parenting role, which included: 1) family-inclusive events; 2) scheduling flexibility; 3) support for fathers; and 4) optimizing support for breastfeeding mothers. Residents in a parenting role represent a unique postgraduate trainee population. Despite focus on resident wellness, challenges remain for individuals trying to navigate parenthood and residency. This data may be utilized to inform support and strategies to optimize the training experiences of these residents. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-ee9d5ab317254dc0bc12ca55cb09cc932022-12-22T00:29:59ZengTaylor & Francis GroupMedical Education Online1087-29812022-12-0127110.1080/10872981.2022.2079395Residency training experiences of residents with children: A phenomenological studyErin Boschee0Zoya Zaeem1Aditi Amin2Karen Moniz3Marghalara Rashid4Department of Paediatrics, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, CanadaDepartment of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, CanadaAlberta Health Services Calgary Zone, Rural Medicine and Internal Medicine, Calgary, AB, CanadaDepartment of Family Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, CanadaDepartment of Paediatrics, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, CanadaParenthood during postgraduate medical training has become an increasingly relevant topic in recent years. While previous research has attempted to explore the experiences of residents in a parenting role through surveys and limited qualitative studies, an in depth understanding of the postgraduate training experience of these parent residents has not been clearly described. The optimal means of supporting trainees completing residency while parenting remains unclear. The study aim was to develop a rich understanding of the residency training experience of residents in a parenting role. We conducted 15 semi-structured telephone interviews. Our study population included postgraduate trainees from 9 different programs from a large research-intensive university who were parents upon entry to residency or who became parents during residency training. Transcendental phenomenology was used as a qualitative research methodology, guided by life course theory. Thematic analysis of residents’ training experiences revealed the following themes: 1) challenges of being a parent with residency responsibilities; 2) work-life balance; 3) support systems; 4) impact on patient interactions; 5) impact on other interactions; and 6) unspoken expectations. Participants suggested actionable solutions to improve the training experience for residents in a parenting role, which included: 1) family-inclusive events; 2) scheduling flexibility; 3) support for fathers; and 4) optimizing support for breastfeeding mothers. Residents in a parenting role represent a unique postgraduate trainee population. Despite focus on resident wellness, challenges remain for individuals trying to navigate parenthood and residency. This data may be utilized to inform support and strategies to optimize the training experiences of these residents.https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/10872981.2022.2079395Parentingresidencyphenomenologytrainingexperience |
| spellingShingle | Erin Boschee Zoya Zaeem Aditi Amin Karen Moniz Marghalara Rashid Residency training experiences of residents with children: A phenomenological study Medical Education Online Parenting residency phenomenology training experience |
| title | Residency training experiences of residents with children: A phenomenological study |
| title_full | Residency training experiences of residents with children: A phenomenological study |
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| title_short | Residency training experiences of residents with children: A phenomenological study |
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