What is aggregated performance data? What aggregated data are programs supposed to submit to their GMECs (end of Phase 2 of the Outcome Project timeline)?
A16: Aggregated performance data refers to summary resident assessment results. Examples are % of residents passing the certification exam on the first attempt; the programs percentile rank on in-training exams by PGY level; % of residents who regularly consult the literature to address clinical questions; and % of nurses who express that residents are responsive to their patient care concerns. In general, aggregate data will provide evidence how residents overall within PGY level are performing on selected aspects of each competency of most importance to the specialty and program. It might show the extent to which residents are advancing in capabilities across the years of residency. Included among the aggregate results should be specific areas of resident competence that programs are targeting for improvement through educational interventions.
