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Honor and Professionalism Advocacy Council (HPAC). Developed by AAMC Organization of Student Representatives (OSR) . What is the HPAC?. The Honor and Professionalism Advocacy Council (HPAC) is a student accountability and professionalism advocacy group.
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Honor and Professionalism Advocacy Council (HPAC) Developed by AAMC Organization of Student Representatives (OSR)
What is the HPAC? • The Honor and Professionalism Advocacy Council (HPAC) is a student accountability and professionalism advocacy group. • It represents a confidential, low-stakes arena where professionalism concerns can be addressed by student peers through the use of anonymous Early Concern Notes (ECN).
Who are the HPAC members? • The HPAC consists of a Chair, Vice Chair, and four other student members representing each academic class: • MS2: Sarah Khayat, (Co-chair), Jeff Merz • MS3: Seth Sklare, Kelsey Gregory • MS4: Farah Nasraty (Chair), Greg Shaw • MS1 members will be chosen by application/interview process in Spring 2014
Why was the HPAC developed? • The HPAC developed out of a need for a formalized process to address student professionalism concerns. • Address professionalism early • Foster climate of professionalism in both the classroom and the clinic • Avoid poor professionalism mentions in letter for residency • Improve patient care and peer relationships
What is an Early Concern Note • The Early Concern Note (ECN) is an online form than can be submitted by faculty, residents, and students to address professionalism concerns • This form is available online and is username/password protected • ECN submission is anonymous, however identifying information WILL be available to committee members
How do I submit an ECN? • Online form available at: http://louisville.edu/medschool/studentaffairs/ecn HPAC@louisville.edu
How does the HPAC work? • The HPAC meets bimonthy and as needed to address the most recent ECN submissions • Every case is reviewed by the Chair and Vice Chair and then assigned to an HPAC member • Student is contacted to meet with the committee to address and respond to concern • Committee makes recommendations for the future
What are the implications? • 1st ECN – HPAC with peer-to-peer mentoring • 2nd ECN – HPAC refers to Assistant Dean of Student Affairs (Dr. Mittel) • 3rd ECN – Student Promotions Committee and recurrent professionalism issues to be included in letter for residency