Addressing the challenges of field notes in medical education: a qualitative study of resident experiences

The study highlighted significant challenges in the use of field notes within family medicine training programs and underscored the need for technological and procedural innovations to improve their effectiveness. Addressing these challenges through user-friendly design, clear guidelines, and integrated support systems could transform field notes into a more robust tool for competency-based medical education, benefiting residents, preceptors, and the broader medical community.