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Questionnaire on efficacy of the competency-oriented integrated residency and fellowship training for ophthalmologists in Shanghai

  • By

  • Shijia Li

  • Zichen Zhou

  • Manman Zhu

  • Minghui Zhao

  • Mengyang Gu

  • Ping Wang

  • Shiwei Li

  • Chang Liu

  • Da Long

  • Yan Chen

  • May 22, 2026

  • 0 min

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Clinical Report: Effectiveness of Competency-Based Training for Ophthalmologists

Overview

This study assesses the effectiveness of the integrated residency and fellowship training program for ophthalmologists in Shanghai. Both instructors and trainees rated the importance and implementation of the training, though deficiencies in supervision were reported.

Background

The integrated resident and fellowship (IRF) training model is a development in China's medical education reform, aiming to enhance the training of medical professionals. The six core competencies serve as the foundation for this training approach, yet there is limited data on its effectiveness, particularly in Shanghai.

Data Highlights

GroupImportance RatingImplementation RatingSupervision Deficiency
Instructors90% rated as satisfactory or better100% rated as satisfactory or better60% indicated need for enhancement
Trainees90% rated as satisfactory or better100% rated as satisfactory or better60% indicated need for enhancement

Key Findings

  • Over 90% of instructors and trainees rated the importance of the IRF training as satisfactory or better.
  • 100% of both groups rated the implementation of the training system as satisfactory or better.
  • 89.2% of trainees rated the achievement of equal pay for equal work as satisfactory or better.
  • More than 60% of both instructors and trainees indicated a need for enhanced supervision mechanisms.
  • No statistically significant differences were found between the ratings of instructors and trainees.

Clinical Implications

The findings indicate a strong recognition of the IRF training program's importance among ophthalmology educators and trainees. However, the noted deficiencies in supervision highlight an area for potential improvement in the training framework.

Conclusion

The IRF training program for ophthalmologists in Shanghai is well-regarded, but enhancements in supervision are necessary to optimize its effectiveness.

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  10. Curriculum documents | The Royal College of Ophthalmologists
  11. Competency-Based Medical Education at the Front Lines of Patient Care | New England Journal of Medicine

Original Source(s)

Questionnaire on efficacy of the competency-oriented integrated residency and fellowship training for ophthalmologists in Shanghai

  • by Shijia Li, Zichen Zhou, Manman Zhu, Minghui Zhao, Mengyang Gu, Ping Wang, Shiwei Li, Chang Liu, Da Long, Yan Chen

  • May 22, 2026

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