New Application: Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery Review Committee for Obstetrics and Gynecology or Urology ACGME 515 North State Street, Suite 2000, Chicago, Illinois 60654 312.755.5000 www.acgme.org SPONSORING INSTITUTION 1. Does the sponsoring institution also sponsor ACGME-accredited residency programs in the following: [PR I.A.1.] a) Obstetrics and Gynecology ..................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO b) Urology.................................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO 2. Describe how the program functions as an integral part of an ACGME-accredited residency in either obstetrics and gynecology or urology. [PR I.A.1.a)] (Limit response to 100 words) Click here to enter text. 3. Is the fellowship program affiliated with an LCME-accredited medical school? [PR I.A.1.b)] ..................................................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO PROGRAM PERSONNEL AND RESOURCES Faculty 1. Does the faculty include: [PR II.B.9.] a) Colorectal surgeons ................................................................................................ ☐ YES ☐ NO b) Gastroenterologists ................................................................................................. ☐ YES ☐ NO 2. Briefly explain the role of the colorectal surgeon and gastroenterologist faculty member(s) in the education of fellows. [PR II.B.9.] (Limit response to 200 words) Click here to enter text. Resources 1. Indicate whether the following resources are available at the primary clinical site and whether access to these resources is available at all times. [PR II.D.1.] Available at Primary Clinical Site ☐ YES ☐ NO Accessible at All Times ☐ YES ☐ NO Ambulatory clinic facilities ☐ YES ☐ NO ☐ YES ☐ NO Recovery rooms ☐ YES ☐ NO ☐ YES ☐ NO Intensive care units ☐ YES ☐ NO ☐ YES ☐ NO Blood banks ☐ YES ☐ NO ☐ YES ☐ NO Diagnostic laboratories ☐ YES ☐ NO ☐ YES ☐ NO Imaging services ☐ YES ☐ NO ☐ YES ☐ NO Operating rooms Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Updated 5/2015 Page 1 of 12 2. Does the program have clinical and laboratory infrastructure for research facilities equipped to enable fellows to engage in scholarly activities? [PR II.D.2.] ......................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO 3. Briefly explain the facilities and infrastructure for clinical and laboratory research available to the fellowship. Include type of laboratory space, equipment, database access, faculty resources, including statistical support available, and other pertinent resources. [PR II.D.2.] (Limit response to 200 words) Click here to enter text. FELLOW APPOINTMENTS Are fellows informed, prior to entering the program, of the requirements for completing the program, including the criteria to qualify for the subspecialty board examination? [PR III.A.3] ........... ☐ YES ☐ NO EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM At the beginning of the program, does each fellow receive an individual educational plan that includes a monthly block rotation diagram displaying the clinical, didactic, and research activities by rotation? [PR IV.A.2.a)] ...................................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO The Review Committee recommends the use of either Option 1 or Option 2 of the sample block diagram. Regularly Scheduled Didactic Sessions 1. Indicate whether fellows participate in the following activities: [PR IV.A.3.a)] a) Didactics ................................................................................................................. ☐ YES ☐ NO Indicate frequency ...................................................... [ Frequency ] b) Journal clubs ........................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO Indicate frequency ...................................................... [ Frequency ] c) Morbidity and mortality conferences ........................................................................ ☐ YES ☐ NO Indicate frequency ...................................................... [ Frequency ] d) Seminars ................................................................................................................. ☐ YES ☐ NO Indicate frequency ...................................................... [ Frequency ] 2. Indicate whether the didactic topics include the following: Have the conference schedule available for the site visitor. a) Anatomy and physiology of the pelvic floor, including the lower urinary tract, and colorectal-anal and vaginal function [PR IV.A.3.a).(1)] .................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO b) Behavioral, pharmacological, functional, and surgical treatment of urinary incontinence, anal incontinence, and pelvic floor dysfunction, including micturition and defecation disorders, and pelvic organ prolapse [PR IV.A.3.a).(2)] ................................................................. ☐ YES ☐ NO Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Updated 5/2015 Page 2 of 12 c) Diagnosis and evaluation of pelvic floor dysfunction, including urinary incontinence, voiding dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse, defecation disorders, and sexual dysfunction [PR IV.A.3.a).(3)] .................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO d) Diagnosis and management of genitourinary and rectovaginal fistulae, urethral diverticula, injuries to the genitourinary tract, congenital anomalies, and infectious and non-infectious irritative conditions of the lower urinary tract and pelvic floor [PR IV.A.3.a).(4)] ....... ☐ YES ☐ NO e) Management of genitourinary complications of vaginal delivery, spinal cord injuries, and medical, psychiatric, and geriatric conditions related to pelvic floor disorders [PR IV.A.3.a).(5)] ................................................................................................................................ ☐ YES ☐ NO f) Pathophysiology of pelvic floor dysfunction, including urinary incontinence, voiding dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse, anal incontinence, defecation disorders and sexual dysfunction [PR IV.A.3.a).(6)] ..................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO g) Research design, grant writing, research methodology, and scientific writing and presentation skills [PR IV.A.3.a).(7)] ........................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO Patient Care Indicate the settings and activities in which fellows demonstrate competence in each of the following areas of patient care. Also indicate the method(s) used to assess competence. Examples of assessment methods: Direct observation, videotaped/recorded assessment, global assessment, simulations/models, record/chart review, multisource assessment, patient survey, structured case discussions, anatomic or animal models, formal oral or written exam, practice/billing audit, review of case or procedure log, review of patient outcomes, review of drug prescribing. Competency Area Assessing the effects of treatment, and recognizing and managing the complications of therapy [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(a).(i)] Diagnosing and managing patients with urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, genitourinary and rectovaginal fistulae, anal incontinence, urethral diverticula, injuries to the genitourinary tract, congenital anomalies, and infectious and non-infectious irritative conditions of the lower urinary tract and pelvic floor [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(a).(ii)] Evaluating the lower urinary and genital tracts for abnormalities, including neoplasms, and Settings/Activities Click here to enter text. Assessment Method(s) Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Updated 5/2015 Page 3 of 12 Competency Area Settings/Activities Assessment Method(s) interpreting cytology and biopsy results [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(a).(iii)] Performing advanced Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. laparoscopic, abdominal, and vaginal surgery for uterovaginal and post-hysterectomy vaginal vault prolapse, including reconstructive and obliterative procedures [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(a).(iv)] Performing cystoscopy and Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. cystoscopic manipulations, including stent placement retrograde pyelograms, and ureteral stent placement [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(a).(v)] Performing urodynamic testing Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(a).(vi)] Performing surgery for urinary Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. incontinence, including native and synthetic slings and periurethral bulking agents [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(a).(vii)] Performing surgery for Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. complicated obstetric lacerations, and treatment of related benign conditions occurring in the female pelvis [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(a).(viii) Fellows Completing the F1 Year: Evaluating and managing Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. hematuria [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(b).(i)] Evaluating and managing painful Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. bladder, including interstitial cystitis [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(b).(ii)] Evaluating and managing Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. neurogenic voiding dysfunction [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(b).(iii)] Evaluating and treating urinary Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. tract infections [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(b).(iv)] Performing a female pelvic exam, Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. including quantification of pelvic organ prolapse [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(b).(v)] Fellows Completing the F2 Year: The behavioral, pharmacological, functional, non-surgical, and surgical treatment of: Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Updated 5/2015 Page 4 of 12 Competency Area Settings/Activities Micturition and defecation Click here to enter text. disorders [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(c).(i)] Pelvic organ prolapse Click here to enter text. [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(c).(ii)] Urinary incontinence Click here to enter text. [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(c).(iii)] Fellows Completing the F3 Year: Diagnosing and managing Click here to enter text. genitourinary and rectovaginal fistulae, urethral diverticula, injuries to the genitourinary tract, and congenital anomalies [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(d).(i)] Managing genitourinary Click here to enter text. complications of vaginal delivery spinal cord injuries and similar health events [PR IV.A.5.a).(2).(d).(ii)] Assessment Method(s) Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Medical Knowledge Indicate the activities (lectures, conferences, journal clubs, clinical teaching rounds, etc.) in which fellows demonstrate competence in their knowledge of each of the following areas. Also indicate the method(s) used to assess fellow competence. Competency Area Settings/Activities Fellows Completing the F1 Year: The epidemiology of urinary Click here to enter text. incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and defecation disorders, including birth, aging, and neurologic disease [PR IV.A.5.b).(1).(a)] The impact of urinary Click here to enter text. incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and defecation disorders on quality of life [PR IV.A.5.b).(1).(b)] The use and interpretation of Click here to enter text. disease-specific and global health questionnaires to evaluate the impact of pelvic floor disorders on quality of life [PR IV.A.5.b).(1).(c)] The scientific method of problem Click here to enter text. solving and evidence-based decision making [PR IV.A.5.b).(1).(d)] Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Assessment Method(s) Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Updated 5/2015 Page 5 of 12 Competency Area Settings/Activities Assessment Method(s) Indications, contraindications, limitations, complications, techniques, and interpretation of results of those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures integral to the discipline, to include:[PR IV.A.5.b).(1).(e)] The indications for and use of Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. screening tests and procedures, including urinalysis, urine cytology, and pad test [PR IV.A.5.b).(1).(e).(i)] Use and interpretation of a Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. voiding diary [PR IV.A.5.b).(1).(e).(ii)] Fellows Completing the F2 Year: The anatomy, physiology, and Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. pathophysiology of the pelvic floor, including the lower urinary tract, and colorectal-anal and vaginal functioning [PR IV.A.5.b).(2).(a)] Clinically pertinent areas of Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. pathology, infectious disease, geriatric medicine, physical therapy, pain management, sexual dysfunction, and psychosocial aspects of pelvic floor disorders [PR IV.A.5.b).(2).(b)] Indications, contraindications, limitations, complications, techniques, and interpretation of results of screening, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures for the treatment and evaluation of pelvic floor disorders, to include: [PR IV.A.5.b).(2).(c)] Pelvic imaging studies for the Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. diagnostic evaluation of urinary and anal incontinence, pelvic floor dysfunction, and prolapse [PR IV.A.5.b).(2).(c).(i)] Urodynamic assessment Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. [PR IV.A.5.b).(2).(c).(ii)] Fellows Completing the F3 Year: Assessment and treatment of Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. lower urinary tract dysfunction secondary to neurologic diseases [PR IV.A.5.b).(3).(a)] Indications, contraindications, limitations, complications, techniques, and interpretation of results of screening, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures for surgery for: Pelvic organ prolapse Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. [PR IV.A.5.b).(3).(b).(i)] Urinary incontinence Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. [PR IV.A.5.b).(3).(b).(ii)] Rectovaginal fistula related to Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. obstetric trauma Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Updated 5/2015 Page 6 of 12 Competency Area Settings/Activities [PR IV.A.5.b).(3).(b).(iii)] Vesicovaginal fistula and Click here to enter text. urethrovaginal fistula [PR IV.A.5.b).(3).(b).(iv)] Quantitative techniques, including Click here to enter text. biostatistics, epidemiology, research design, and research methods[PR IV.A.5.b).(3).(c)] Assessment Method(s) Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Practice-based Learning and Improvement 1. Briefly describe one learning activity in which fellows demonstrate the ability to investigate and evaluate their care of patients, to appraise and assimilate scientific evidence, and to continuously improve patient care based on self-evaluation and life-long learning. [PR IV.A.5.c)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. 2. Briefly describe one planned learning activity in which fellows engage to identify strengths, deficiencies, and limits in their knowledge and expertise (self-reflection and self-assessment); set learning and improvement goals; and identify and perform appropriate learning activities to achieve self-identified goals (life-long learning). [PR IV.A.5.c).(1)-(3)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. 3. Briefly describe one planned quality improvement activity or project that will allow the fellow to demonstrate an ability to analyze, improve, and change practice or patient care. Describe planning, implementation, evaluation, and provisions of faculty member support and supervision that will guide this process. [PR IV.A.5.c).(4)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. 4. Briefly describe how fellows will receive and incorporate formative evaluation feedback into daily practice. (If a specific tool is used to evaluate these skills have it available for review by the site visitor.) [PR IV.A.5.c).(5)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. 5. Briefly describe one example of a learning activity in which fellows engage to develop the skills needed to use information technology to locate, appraise, and assimilate evidence from scientific studies and apply it to their patients' health problems. [PR IV.A.5.c).(6)-(7)] (Limit response to 400 words) The description should include: Locating information Using information technology Appraising information Assimilating evidence information (from scientific studies) Applying information to patient care Conducting a comprehensive literature search Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Updated 5/2015 Page 7 of 12 Click here to enter text. 6. Briefly describe how fellows will participate in the education of patients, families, students, residents, and other health professionals. [PR IV.A.5.c).(8)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. Interpersonal and Communication Skills 1. Briefly describe one learning activity in which fellows demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in the effective exchange of information and collaboration with patients, their families, and health professionals. [PR IV.A.5.d)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. 2. Briefly describe one learning activity in which fellows develop competence in communicating effectively with patients and families across a broad range of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, and with physicians, other health professionals, and health-related agencies. [PR IV.A.5.d).(1)-(2)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. 3. Briefly describe one learning activity in which fellows develop their skills and habits to work effectively as members or leaders of a health care team or other professional group. In the example, identify the members of the team, responsibilities of the team members, and how team members communicate to accomplish responsibilities. [PR IV.A.5.d).(3)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. 4. Briefly describe how fellows will be provided with opportunities to act in a consultative role to other physicians and health professionals. [PR IV.A.5.d).(4)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. 5. Briefly describe how fellows will be provided with opportunities to maintain comprehensive, timely, and legible medical records, if applicable. [PR IV.A.5.d).(5)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. Professionalism Briefly describe the learning activity(ies), other than lecture, by which fellows develop a commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities and an adherence to ethical principles, including: compassion, integrity, and respect for others; responsiveness to patient needs that supersedes self-interest; respect for patient privacy and autonomy; accountability to patients, society, and the profession; and sensitivity and responsiveness to a diverse patient population, including diversity in gender, age, culture, race, religion, disabilities, and sexual orientation [PR IV.A.5.e).(1)-(5)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. Systems-based Practice Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Updated 5/2015 Page 8 of 12 1. Briefly describe the learning activity(ies) through which fellows demonstrate an awareness of and responsiveness to the larger context and system of health care, as well as the ability to call effectively on other resources in the system to provide optimal health care. [PR IV.A.5.f)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. 2. Describe the learning activity(ies) through which fellows achieve competence in the elements of systems-based practice: working effectively in various health care delivery settings and systems, coordinating patient care within the health care system; incorporating considerations of costcontainment and risk-benefit analysis in patient care; advocating for quality patient care and optimal patient care systems; and working in interprofessional teams to enhance patient safety and care quality. [PR IV.A.5.f).(1)-(5)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. 3. Describe an activity that fulfills the requirement for experiential learning in identifying system errors and implementing potential systems solutions. [PR IV.A.5.f).(6)] (Limit response to 400 words) Click here to enter text. Curriculum Organization and Fellow Experiences 1. Do fellows have supervised responsibility for the total care of the patient, including initial evaluation, establishment of diagnosis, selection of appropriate therapy, and management of complications? [PR IV.A.6.a).(1)]........................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO If “NO,” explain. Limit response to 100 words. Click here to enter text. 2. Briefly describe how fellows participate in continuity of patient care through pre- and post-operative clinics and inpatient contact. [PR IV.A.6.a).(2)] Limit response to 100 words. Click here to enter text. 3. Do fellows record all surgical procedures in which they have a significant role in the ACGME Case Log System? [PR IV.A.6.a).(3)] .................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO 4. Do fellows participate in the diagnosis and management of clinically pertinent areas of: [PR IV.A.6.d)] a) b) c) d) e) f) g) h) pathology ................................................................................................................ ☐ YES ☐ NO infectious disease.................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO geriatric medicine .................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO physical therapy ...................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO pain management ................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO pre- and post-operative care ................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO sexual dysfunction ................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO psychosocial aspects of pelvic floor disorders ......................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Updated 5/2015 Page 9 of 12 Explain any “NO” responses. Limit response to 200 words. Click here to enter text. Fellows’ Scholarly Activities Describe the curriculum for the fellows’ scholarly activities, to include research design, grant writing, research methodology, scientific writing, and presentation skills. [PR IV.B.2.a)] Click here to enter text. EVALUATION Formative Evaluation Is each fellow’s scholarly activity monitored by a faculty member and confirmed by a competency assessment committee that includes at least one physician scientist not affiliated with the program? [PR V.A.2.a).(1)] ................................................................................................................. ☐ YES ☐ NO Summative Evaluation 1. Does each fellow give an oral presentation of his or her scholarly project (thesis)? [PR V.A.3.a).(1)]............................................................................................................ ☐ YES ☐ NO 2. Do faculty members provide written evaluations of these presentations? [PR V.A.3.a).(1)] ..................................................................................................................................... ☐ YES ☐ NO Include a copy of the thesis evaluation form with the final (summative) evaluation (Attachment #6). 3. Provide the name of the Thesis Evaluation Committee faculty mentor and committee members for each fellow in the program. [PR V.A.3.a).(1)] Fellow Faculty mentor Committee members Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Click here to enter text. Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Updated 5/2015 Page 10 of 12 INSTITUTIONAL DATA Provide the number of procedures performed in each participating site listed in ADS for the most recent academic year. Outpatient NEW VISITS with diagnosis of: Pelvic organ prolapse Urinary incontinence Overactive bladder syndrome (nocturia, urgency, frequency) Urinary retention Painful bladder syndrome (interstitial cystitis, myofascitis, urethral syndrome, dysuria) Defecation disorders (fecal incontinence and constipation) Diagnostic Procedures Performed Simple urodynamics Complex urodynamics Uroflow complex Cystourethroscopy Neurodiagnostic studies Anal ultrasound Non-Surgical Therapies Performed Fitting pessary/incontinence ring Surgical Procedures Surgical Procedures for Incontinence TOTAL number of patients operated on for UI Sling procedures Periurethral injections Retropubic procedures Sacral nerve stimulators Removal or modification of sling Surgical Procedures for Prolapse TOTAL number of patients operated on for POP Abdominal procedures Colpopexy Uterine suspension Hysterectomy (total and supracervical) Laparoscopy with/without robotic assistance Colpopexy Uterine suspension Hysterectomy (total and supracervical) Vaginal procedures Hysterectomy Colpocleisis Site #1 # # # Site #2 # # # Site #3 # # # Site #4 # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Updated 5/2015 Page 11 of 12 Colpopexy - extraperitoneal approach Colpopexy - intraperitoneal approach Insertion of vaginal mesh Removal of vaginal or abdominal mesh Surgical Procedures on Urinary System Vesicovaginal fistula repair Urethrovaginal fistula repair Urethral diverticulectomy Ureteroneocystostomy, ureteroureterostomy Ureteral stent placement Retrograde pyelograms Urethrolysis Surgical Procedures on Genital System Construction of neo-vagina Surgical Procedures on Bowel System Repair of chronic anal sphincter lacerations Rectovaginal fistula repair Site #1 # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ©2015 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Site #2 # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # Site #3 # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # Site #4 # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # Updated 5/2015 Page 12 of 12