IMPLEMENTATION ISSUES IN GENERALIST EDUCATION

Devising a strategy for the implementation of a generalist medical edu cational program can be aided by grouping the many issues to be addres sed into developmental stages. In this way, problems can be anticipate d and resources marshalled. Initially, leadership and institutional su pport for the program must be developed. Next, detailed financial, cur ricular, and site planning must be undertaken. Implementation of the p rogram must contend with faculty, site, and trainee concerns while con solidating financial and institutional support. Finally, in institutio nalizing the program, financing must be secured and ongoing evaluation should provide information necessary to regularly reassess the progra m and renew its goals.