Research in Pediatric EducationEvaluation of a Speed Mentoring Program: Achievement of Short-Term Mentee Goals and Potential for Longer-Term Relationships
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Outcome Approach Logic Model
To evaluate this program, an outcome approach logic model was developed to define resources, activities, and outputs necessary to create the desired immediate and longer-term outcomes (Fig. 1).9 The program was refined and modified on the basis of evaluation and feedback from the previous speed mentoring programs. Similar to our previous program evaluation, we described the program's potential to encourage in-person networking and advice-sharing (objective 1). In addition, we considered whether
Participant Data
Sixty mentors and 60 mentees attended the program, representing 12.8% of the 932 APA members who attended the May 2014 PAS meeting and 5.8% of the APA membership. Forty-two (70%) of the mentees and 46 (77%) of the mentors completed the survey. Of the survey respondents, mentees were 88% female and 38% were in fellowship, 41% were assistant professors, 14% were attendings with no academic rank, and 7% other. The mentors were 59% female and held ranks of assistant professor (7%), associate
Discussion
Mentoring relationships have been correlated with increased academic productivity, personal growth and development, workplace satisfaction, and improved social connectedness.10 In addition, it is increasingly being recognized that even with a strong local mentor, most academic physicians require multiple mentors with varied skills sets and experiences, ideally some from outside the institution.11 Many mentees find it challenging to discover mentors beyond their hospital or medical school. Our
Conclusions
This national speed mentoring program was well received by mentees as well as mentors as a valuable way to connect with colleagues, share advice, and determine if the potential existed for future contact. Participants reported that the new elements of our program, namely the activity of goal-setting along with a 3-month reminder from a mentor, were effective in keeping mentees focused, accountable, and feeling supported by the mentors. Additionally, a significant percentage of our participants
Acknowledgments
We acknowledge the APA Board of Directors, who provided funding for this program, and the APA members who donated their time and expertise as program mentors. The APA staff, past as well as present, supported the program as well as the survey distribution.
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