The role of the chief resident: expectations and reality
Abstract
The job expectations of 35 incoming chief residents were tested by questionnaire when they attended a weekend workshop on leadership and were reexamined after they has had six months' experience on their jobs. Such personal qualities as a sense of humor and persistence and such administrative skills as the ability to exercise authority and set objectives significantly increased in importance six months after these residents began work. The authors recommend educational programs in administration for chief residents.
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