Prioritising topics for the undergraduate ENT curriculum. Issue 7 (9th May 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Constable, J D; Moghul, G A; Leighton, P; Schofield, S J; Daniel, M
• Is Part Of: Journal of laryngology & otology. Volume 131:Issue 7(2017)
• Page Start: 631
• Page End: 639
• Publication Date: 2017-05-09
• Subjects: Otolaryngology, -- Education, -- Medical, -- Undergraduate, -- Education, -- Curriculum; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1017/S0022215117001025
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0022-2151

Abstract

Abstract: Objective: Knowledge of ENT is important for many doctors, but undergraduate time is limited. This study aimed to identify what is thought about ENT knowledge amongst non-ENT doctors, and the key topics that the curriculum should focus on. Methods: Doctors were interviewed about their views of ENT knowledge amongst non-ENT doctors, and asked to identify key topics. These topics were then used to devise a questionnaire, which was distributed to multiple stakeholders in order to identify the key topics. Results: ENT knowledge was generally thought to be poor amongst doctors, and it was recommended that undergraduate ENT topics be kept simple. The highest rated topics were: clinical examination; when to refer; acute otitis media; common emergencies; tonsillitis and quinsy; management of ENT problems by non-ENT doctors; stridor and stertor; otitis externa; and otitis media with effusion. Conclusion: This study identified a number of key ENT topics, and will help to inform future development of ENT curricula.