Saudi Journal of Pathology and Microbiology (SJPM)
Volume-5 | Issue-03 | 184-186
Original Research Article
Evaluation of Postgraduate Trainees’ Satisfaction in Histopathology at A Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital – A Cross Sectional Study
B. Krishnamurthy, B. Anuradha, B.H.P Chandrasekhar, D. Nagendraprasad
Published : March 18, 2020
Abstract
Background: Students’ satisfaction reflects what they expect from their educational institution Until the 1980s, feedback from students about their experience in higher education was an uncommon practice. Student life is a network of academic and social interactions connected. Many colleges have comprehensive processes for achieving excellence or meeting high-quality standards, with "Student Satisfaction" at the heart of all higher education targets for excellence. Student's satisfaction reflects what they expect from their educational institution. Methods: This study is a cross-sectional descriptive study. The study population includes nine graduates of the MD pathology program who specialized in histopathology. The data was gathered through a structured questionnaire. Self-administered, closed-ended, unipolar 5-grade Likert scale has been developed and validated to assess the level of satisfaction of histopathology graduates in 14 areas of the training program. Results: High satisfaction: Overall, the trainees expressed significant satisfaction with numerous training areas are entry exam (90%), surgical pathology knowledge (80%), surgical pathology skills (80%), routine work (90%), textbooks (100%), teaching slides (80%), local training courses (80%), peer learning (100%), weekly sessions (100%), hand over (90%). Conclusion: The students and trainees overall have a high level of satisfaction with postgraduate training in histopathology. This study can serve as a preliminary guide for potential reform of the histopathology training. Reform will lead to better training and better service.