Table 2 Changes in confidence in communication, self-reflection, & goal setting

Communication with patients

I feel confident in my communication skills:

With patients in the inpatient setting

3.7

4.3

< 0.001

With patients in the clinic setting

3.5

4.2

< 0.001

Regarding goals of care discussions with patients and their families

3.1

4.0

< 0.001

Communication with others

I feel confident in my communication skills:

With resident peers

3.7

4.2

0.001

With other members of the healthcare team

3.8

4.3

0.002

Self-reflection and goal setting

I feel confident in:

My skills as a resident in general

2.9

3.8

< 0.001

My ability to recognize my own strengths and weaknesses as a physician

3.3

4.3

< 0.001

Setting my own goals for improvement

3.6

4.3

< 0.001