Resident
Resident
Resident (/ˈrɛzɪdənt/), from the Latin residentem (to reside), is a term used in the medical field to refer to a doctor who is in the process of receiving specialized training in a specific medical discipline after completing medical school.
Definition
A resident is a medical school graduate who is undertaking a residency program in a specific area of medicine. They work under the supervision of attending physicians and provide direct care to patients, while also learning about their chosen specialty.
History
The concept of residency originated in the early 20th century in the United States and Canada. It was designed to provide newly graduated doctors with practical experience and training in a specialized area of medicine.
Types of Residents
There are several types of residents, depending on the stage of their training and their chosen specialty. These include:
- Intern: A first-year resident in the process of gaining practical experience in a hospital setting.
- Senior Resident: A resident who has completed their initial years of residency and is in the final stages of their training.
- Fellow: A resident who has completed their residency and is undertaking further specialized training in a sub-specialty.
Related Terms
- Attending Physician: A doctor who has completed their residency and is fully qualified in their specialty.
- Medical Intern: A doctor in their first year of residency.
- Fellowship: A period of medical training that a doctor undertakes after completing their residency.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Resident
- Wikipedia's article - Resident
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