Practice variations by population: training significance.

摘要: Objective. This study sought to examine variations in the frequency of procedures performed and patterns care sick infants older children by general pediatricians different sized communities. The results will be considered developing relevant educational experiences for postgraduate trainees. Methodology. Questionnaires were sent 1412 Texas requesting information 29 whether they provided various levels children. Responses tabulated size community which each pediatrician practiced. Results. Fifty-four percent questionnaires returned. proportion performing procedure was significantly all but 8 between communities less than 100 000 more population. For with significant differences, physicians greater practicing No difference found providing newborn level II III care; however, 65% both groups care. Physicians population likely provide intermediate intensive beyond period. Conclusion. practice rotation setting not adequate training many currently being pediatricians.