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The Resident as a Teacher
Acknowledging the Latin etymology of "doctor", the program expects residents to develop effective teaching skills. Formal didactic sessions review teaching techniques for student, peer, and patient education. Throughout their tenure, residents hone these skills in a multitude of settings. Medical students are a constant presence on the wards and in the clinics at RWJUH and UMCP. Second year students learn physical diagnosis skills, third year students complete clinical clerkships, and fourth year students serve as sub-interns. Not only do students learn the science of medicine from residents, but they are strongly influenced in their professional attitudes through the example set by residents. All residents participate formally and informally in peer education. Residents review pertinent literature about their patients and discuss findings during teaching rounds with the entire team. One of the most important skills of a physician is effective patient communication. During their training, residents engage in a variety of types of discussions including preventive medicine counseling, lifestyle modifications, appropriate medication usage, and advanced directives. Residents are also active in larger community education initiatives through our community service program. 
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