Can a simple test predict which Doctors-in-Training need help?

NCT ID NCT03938610

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Pamela Hughes Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether a type of test called a script concordance test (SCT) can identify family medicine residents who might struggle with their training. Researchers will compare SCT scores with existing measures like standardized exam scores and rotation grades. The goal is to see if the SCT can flag learning difficulties early, allowing residents to get help before they fail. The study involves about 79 family medicine residents at a single military base.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If the test proves reliable, it could help identify residents who need extra support before they fail exams or clinical rotations, ultimately improving patient care.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study, and the test may not correlate with existing grading standards. It is also limited to residents at a single military base, so results may not apply broadly.

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Conditions

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Behavior

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KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES, PRACTICE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center

Las Vegas, Nevada, 89191, United States

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