Pediatric standardized residency training faculty’s perceptions of medical education research

Background: Rigorous medical education research (MER) conducted
by faculty in pediatric standardized residency training (SRT) can
contribute to the promotion of child health care.   Aim: This
study aimed to assess the perceptions of pediatric SRT faculty regarding
MER in Guangdong Province, China.     
Methods: A questionnaire survey was conducted involving 40
pediatric SRT clinical teachers from 10 hospitals in Guangdong Province.
Results: Among the 40 teachers, 16 (40.00%) stated that they did
not participate any MER activities. The main challenges they encountered
in conducting MER were the lack of training (72.50%), limited time
(80.00%), and lack of grants funding (60.00%). Only 10 (25.00%）teachers
were reported to have received grants for MER projects.
   Conclusion: The findings highlight the
importance of providing support and training to pediatric SRT faculty in
Guangdong Province, China, to enhance their engagement in MER. Addressing
these challenges can lead to significant improvements in child heal care
promotion through evidence-based educational practices.