Korean J Med Educ.
2024 Jun;36(2):189-201. 10.3946/kjme.2024.295.
Needs and gaps of faculty development for medical schools
- Affiliations
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- 1SLICE Center for Faculty Development, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
- 2Department of Medical Education, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- 3Development of Medical Life Sciences, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
- 4Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
- 5Department of Family Medicine, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
- 6Department of Medical Education, Hallym University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, Korea
- 7Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea
- 8Departments of Medical Education, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea
- 9Department of Pediatrics and Medical Education, Gyeongsang Institute of Medical Science, Gyeongsang National University School of Medicine, Jinju, Korea
- 10Department of Physiology, CHA University School of Medicine, Pocheon, Korea
- 11CHA Institute for Future Medicine, Medical Center Research Institute, Seongnam, Korea
- KMID: 2556034
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.3946/kjme.2024.295
Abstract
- Purpose
Current faculty development (FD) programs are mostly limited to medical education and often lack a comprehensive and systematic structure. Therefore, the present study aimed to explore the current status and needs of FD programs in medical schools to provide a basis for establishing FD strategies.
Methods
We conducted an online survey of medical school FD staff and professors regarding FD. Frequency, regression, and qualitative content analyses were conducted. FD programs were categorized into the classification frameworks.
Results
A total of 17 FD staff and 256 professors at 37 medical schools participated. There are gaps between the internal and external FD programs offered by medical schools and their needs, and there are gaps between the programs the professors participated in and their needs. Recent internal and external FD programs in medical schools have focused on educational methods, student assessment, and education in general. Medical schools have a high need for leadership and self-development, and student assessment. Furthermore, professors have a high need for leadership and self-development, and research. The number of participants, topics, and needs of FD programs varied depending on the characteristics of individual professors.
Conclusion
Medical schools should expand their FD programs to meet the needs of individuals and the changing demands of modern medical education. The focus should be on comprehensive and responsive programs that cover various topics, levels, and methods. Tailored programs that consider professors’ professional roles, career stages, and personal interests are essential for effective FD.
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