Abstract
Background“Interpersonal and Communication Skills” (ICS) is a core competency set forth by the ACGME. No structured curriculum exists to train orthopedics residents in ICS. MethodsTwenty-four out of thirty-five orthopedics residents completed the survey (69%). The survey had the following domains: [1] Demographics, [2] Communication Needs/Goals, and [3] Communication Barriers. ResultsEighty-three percent of respondents wanted to improve their communication skills and their patient's experience. Interns-PGY4s wanted to improve on similar specific communication skills. All residents desired training in conflict management. ConclusionThere is a need among orthopedics residents for a communication skills curriculum early in residency training, specifically in conflict management.
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