Accreditation Standards for Advanced Education Programs in General Practice Residency states the following:
GPR Standard #2-11:
2-11 Students/Residents must receive training and experience in the management of inpatients or same-day surgery patients, including:
- Reviewing medical histories and physical examinations
- Prescribing treatment and medication
- Providing care in the operating room
- Preparing the patient record, including notation of medical history, review of physical examination, pre- and post-operative orders, and description of surgical procedures.
Mohawk Valley Health System provides training for residents through scheduled same-day (ambulatory surgery) dental treatment under general anesthesia in the operating room.
