8th Annual Quality Forum - May 27, 2020

Save the Date!  Plan to join us on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 for the 8th Annual Quality Forum

DATE:  Wednesday, May 27, 2020
TIME:  5:30 -7:30 pm
LOCATION:  Coffman Memorial Union Great Hall at the University of Minnesota
​SUBMISSION WINDOW: March 2 - April 24, 2020

Poster and Event Details:

Poster Preparation:  
Most posters should include the following sections: background / introduction, aim statement, methods, results, conclusion / discussion. Representing data with run charts is strongly encouraged when appropriate. Interventions, when employed, should be adequately and concisely described. Graphics should be used instead of words when able, and the overall number of words should be minimized to what is absolutely necessary in order to improve readability. 

The display area available for each poster is approximately 6 feet by 6 feet.  Posters should be sized smaller than this to fit comfortably.  We suggest a poster size no greater than 42 inches by 5 feet.  

You will need to submit a PDF of your poster by May 17, 2020. 

Prizes:  
Three $500 prizes will be awarded to the top scoring posters. 

Evaluation Criteria: 
  • Title and aim statement. Is the topic and scope clear? Is an aim statement referenced that includes SMART criteria (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, time-bound)?
  • Data utilized. Does the project utilize appropriate measure(s) to define the problem and gauge the effectiveness of the intervention? Is data collected both before and after any interventions?
  • Intervention employed. Does the project include an intervention? Is a rationale given for the choice of intervention? Is it sufficiently described? Are results of the intervention described?
  • Visual clarity and impact of the poster. Does the poster effectively communicate the relevant aspects of the project?
  • Presentation effectiveness. Does the presenter effectively summarize their project? Do they appropriately answer questions that are asked? 

Evaluation Format:  
Each group will consist of 4 to 6 presenters, and one judge. Each presenter will take turns presenting their poster to the other group members and the judge. You will have 5 minutes to present your poster, and 3 minutes to take questions. This will continue until each group member has had a chance to present their poster to the rest of the group. 

Attendance: 
At a minimum, we require your attendance during the entire poster competition portion of the event. That being said, we strongly encourage you to stay for as much of the evening as possible, which will include a short talk, opportunities to meet other students, residents, fellows, faculty, and hospital leadership, as well as complimentary food and drink (both alcoholic and non). 
 
For additional information, please email Kelly Cardenas. ​​

7th Annual Quality Forum - May 28, 2019

On May 28, 2019, MMCGME hosted 7th Annual Quality Forum.  This was an education session, poster competition, and reception for residents and fellows to promote the sharing of ideas and innovations developed by trainees across specialties & institutions within the local medical education community.  

DATE:   Tuesday, May 28, 2019
TIME:  5:30 -7:30 pm
LOCATION:  Coffman Memorial Union Great Hall at the University of Minnesota

6th Annual Quality Forum

The 6th Annual Quality Forum was held on May 30, 2018.  This education session, poster competition, and reception for residents and fellows is held annually to promote the sharing of ideas and innovations developed by trainees across specialties & institutions within the local medical education community.  Brian Hilliard, the keynote speaker, shared his experience in the University of Minnesota Medicine/Pediatrics program's focus on physician advocacy.  

Congratulations to the five winners (there was a five-way tie for first place) who were awarded $300 each for their outstanding work!
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