EXPRESS: Evaluation index system for the competency of general practice teaching faculty in secondary general hospitals and analysis of influencing factors: based on the regional medical center model

Background: The standardized training of general practice (GP) residents relies heavily on the competency of teaching faculty, yet a validated evaluation system for GP educators in secondary general hospitals under the regional medical center model remains lacking. Purpose: This study aimed to establish a competency evaluation index system for GP teaching faculty in secondary general hospitals under the regional medical center model and to investigate factors influencing their teaching evaluation scores. Study type: A cross-sectional survey Population: Fifty medical staff members serving as GP teaching faculty at a secondary general hospital operating under the regional medical center model were surveyed to evaluate their teaching performance and competency. Assessment technique(s) or outcome(s): Potential influencing factors, including age, educational level, professional title, years of teaching experience, and teaching workload, were examined through multivariate regression analysis. Candidate competency indicators were initially identified through a literature review and subsequently screened and refined using the Delphi method. The weights of the first- and second-level indicators were then determined based on the identified influencing factors. Statistical tests: Final teaching evaluation score = (mean student evaluation score × 60%) + (mean peer expert evaluation score × 40%). Results: Teaching evaluation scores varied significantly according to age, professional title, years of teaching experience, and teaching workload (all P < 0.05). Multivariate analysis further identified these four variables as significant factors influencing the teaching evaluation scores of GP teaching faculty. Following indicator screening through the literature review and Delphi consultation, a competency evaluation index system was established for GP teaching faculty in secondary general hospitals. The final system comprised 4 first-level, 12 second-level, and 36 third-level indicators. Data conclusion: A structured competency evaluation index system for GP teaching faculty in secondary general hospitals under the regional medical center model was established. This system may provide a theoretical framework for competency assessment and faculty development and support the standardized training of GP teaching faculty.