FEEDBACK IN PEDIATRIC RESIDENCY: BENEFITS, BARRIERS, AND STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVEMENT

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the impact of feedback in pediatric medical residency, investigating its benefits across different dimensions of resident training, as well as the barriers to its implementation. An integrative literature review was conducted through searches in PubMed, LILACS, and ERIC databases using the descriptors “feedback” AND “pediatric residents” OR “pediatric residency”. After applying eligibility criteria, six studies published between 2016 and 2025 were included. The findings indicate that structured feedback, when delivered in a supportive environment, significantly improves clinical performance, procedural confidence, interpersonal skills, and professional competencies. The institutional culture was shown to influence both the perception and effectiveness of feedback, with “clan” cultures being more conducive to its acceptance. In contrast, lack of faculty training, inadequate assessment methods, and rigid hierarchical structures were identified as key barriers. It is concluded that strengthening the culture of feedback and investing in faculty development are essential strategies to enhance the educational process within pediatric residency programs.