Rapid implementation of a medical student rotation in health systems operations and remote patient care in response to COVID-19

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Table 1. Pre- and post-course evaluation scores (all questions on scale of 1–5)

Question	Pre-course (n = 104)	Post-course (n = 67)	p-Value
I can effectively determine the appropriate disposition for a patient from the ED or an outside hospital.	2.61	3.63	<0.001
I can efficiently identify key information to determine the safest, most appropriate unit for patients admitted through the ED or transferred from an outside hospital.	2.31	3.56	<0.001
I can effectively weigh the needs of an individual patient with that of the health system to identify the most appropriate hospital within a health system for transfer.	2.11	3.49	<0.001
I am able to effectively communicate across specialties and professions when determining the appropriate disposition for a patient.	2.72	3.63	<0.001
I can identify and navigate the differences in priorities other specialties and institutions may have when determining their rationale for requesting transfer.	2.32	3.51	<0.001
I am comfortable making an initial evaluation of a patient based off chart review and verbal handoff from the transferring provider.	2.79	3.76	<0.001
I am confident in my ability to rely on other interprofessional team members to help determine the appropriate disposition for a patient.	3.21	4.00	<0.001
I understand the various factors determining hospital capacity management during times of crisis.	2.06	3.61	<0.001
I am able to effectively and efficiently communicate the essential information for a transferring patient to an admitting provider.	2.76	3.79	<0.001
Having a physician in the triage role adds value to the health system and patients.	4.14	4.66	<0.001