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A Breastfeeding Curriculum for Residents and Medical Students: A Multidisciplinary Approach

Tony Ogburn, MD

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque

Eve Espey, MD, MPH

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque

Larry Leeman, MD, MPH

Departments of Family Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynecology and Maternal-Child Health Education for the Family Medicine Residency Program, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque

Kathy Alvarez, MD

Department of Family and Community Medicine, University of New Mexico, Albuqurque

Medical school and residency training programs, in which practice patterns are established, frequently lack formal education in breastfeeding in the United States. This project, a curriculum based on the Wellstart Lactation Management Guide, was developed for resident physicians and medical students at the University of New Mexico to address the deficiency in formal education about breastfeeding. The curriculum, developed and implemented by faculty members from obstetrics/gynecology, pediatrics, and family medicine, includes formal interactive teaching sessions, discussion of breastfeeding issues on daily clinical rounds, and patient visits with lactation support personnel. Interns from the Departments of Pediatrics, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Family Medicine participate. Surveys of participating residents and faculty demonstrate highly favorable attitudes. In conclusion, a multidisciplinary approach to breastfeeding education is feasible and well received by both teachers and residents. J Hum Lact. 21(4):458-464.

Key Words: breastfeeding education • resident • medical student • Wellstart curriculum

Journal of Human Lactation, Vol. 21, No. 4, 458-464 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/0890334405280990
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