Integrated model of Student Standardized Patients and peer assessment enhances SOAP note proficiency in obstetrics and gynecology residency - Scorecard - MDSpire

Integrated model of Student Standardized Patients and peer assessment enhances SOAP note proficiency in obstetrics and gynecology residency

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  • Peiqiong Chen

  • Yizhou Huang

  • Xiangrong Xu

  • Xiao Wang

  • Luyao Wu

  • Jianhong Zhou

  • Jingyi Li

  • May 18, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: A Combined Approach Using Student Standardized Patients and Peer Evaluation Improves SOAP Note Skills in Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Programs

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionSOAP note-writing proficiency in obstetrics and gynecology residency
Key MechanismsIntegration of Students as Standardized Patients (SSPs) and structured peer assessment
Target PopulationObstetrics and gynecology residents
Care SettingResidency training programs

Key Highlights

  • Experimental group showed significantly higher satisfaction in six of seven domains.
  • Total SOAP note scores were higher in the experimental group (88.25) compared to control (85.20).
  • Improvements were noted primarily in Objective (O) and Assessment (A) sections.
  • No significant differences in Subjective (S) and Plan (P) sections.
  • Final assessment pass rates were similar between groups.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Utilize structured peer assessment to enhance clinical reasoning.

Management

  • Incorporate SSPs in training to improve SOAP note-writing skills.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Evaluate resident performance using standardized scoring rubrics.

Risks

  • Traditional methods may not adequately prepare residents for clinical practice.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Obstetrics and gynecology residents undergoing training.

SSPs provide a resource-efficient alternative to traditional standardized patients.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Implement interactive, inquiry-based teaching models in residency training.
  • Encourage peer assessment to foster reflective and critical thinking.

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