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ACGME Competencies
For more information go to http://www.acgme.org/outcome/Comp/compFull.asp.
Patient Care
Provide patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and
effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of
health.
Medical Knowledge
Demonstrate knowledge of established and evolving biomedical,
clinical, epidemiological and social-behavioral sciences, as well as the
application of this knowledge to patient care.
Practice-based Learning and Improvement
Demonstrate the ability to investigate and evaluate their care of
patients, to appraise and assimilate scientific evidence, and to
continuously improve patient care based on constant self-evaluation and
life-long learning. Develop skills and habits to be able to meet the
following goals:
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identify strengths, deficiencies, and limits in one’s
knowledge and expertise;
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set learning and improvement goals;
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identify and perform appropriate learning activities;
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systematically analyze practice using quality improvement methods,
and implement changes with the goal of practice improvement;
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incorporate formative evaluation feedback into daily
practice;
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locate, appraise, and assimilate evidence from scientific studies
related to their patients’ health problems;
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use information technology to optimize learning; and,
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participate in the education of patients, families, students,
residents and other health professionals.
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in the
effective exchange of information and collaboration with patients, their
families, and health professionals.
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communicate effectively with patients, families, and the public, as
appropriate, across a broad range of socioeconomic and cultural
backgrounds;
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communicate effectively with physicians, other health
professionals, and health related agencies;
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work effectively as a member or leader of a health care team or
other professional group;
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act in a consultative role to other physicians and health
professionals; and,
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maintain comprehensive, timely, and legible medical records, if
applicable.
Professionalism
Demonstrate a commitment to carrying out professional
responsibilities and an adherence to ethical principles.
Demonstrate:
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compassion, integrity, and respect for others;
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responsiveness to patient needs that supersedes
self-interest;
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respect for patient privacy and autonomy;
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accountability to patients, society and the profession; and,
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sensitivity and responsiveness to a diverse patient population,
including but not limited to diversity in gender, age, culture, race,
religion, disabilities, and sexual orientation.
Systems-based Practice
Demonstrate an awareness of and responsiveness to the larger context
and system of health care, as well as the ability to call effectively on
other resources in the system to provide optimal health care.
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work effectively in various health care delivery settings and
systems relevant to their clinical specialty;
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coordinate patient care within the health care system relevant to
their clinical specialty;
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incorporate considerations of cost awareness and risk-benefit
analysis in patient and/or population-based care as appropriate;
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advocate for quality patient care and optimal patient care
systems;
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work in interprofessional teams to enhance patient safety and
improve patient care quality; and
participate in identifying system errors and implementing potential
systems solutions.
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