ABSTRACT

Introduction:

Network-Based Medical Residency is a new model for training specialist doctors that expands traditional education, particularly in the Health Care network of the Unified Health System (SUS). Although with legal foundation, it requires specific regulations and a precise definition.

Development:

In our view, a Network-Based program has the following characteristics: it is coordenated by a public institution, operates in SUS thematic networks in cities >50,000 inhabitants, it is approved by the National Medical Residency Commission and involves a Continuing Education Program for preceptors. The challenges include content standardization, ongoing preceptor training, and a solid andragogical design. The skills profile not only requires medical skills, but also management knowledge, teamwork, in-depth knowledge of the SUS and Primary Care. The barriers include coordinating diverse practice scenarios and assessments.

Conclusion:

The success of the model requires precise regulation, standardization and effective integration to train specialists aligned with the SUS.

Keywords:
Medical Residency; Continuing Health Care Network; Medical Education