Honor and Professionalism Advocacy Council HPAC Developed by

Honor and Professionalism Advocacy Council (HPAC) Developed by AAMC Organization of Student Representatives (OSR)

What is the HPAC? • The Honor and Professionalism Advocacy Council (HPAC) is a student accountability and professionalism advocacy group. • It represents a confidential, low-stakes arena where professionalism concerns can be addressed by student peers through the use of anonymous Early Concern Notes (ECN).

Who are the HPAC members? • The HPAC consists of a Chair, Vice Chair, and four other student members representing each academic class: – MS 2: Sarah Khayat, (Co-chair), Jeff Merz – MS 3: Seth Sklare, Kelsey Gregory – MS 4: Farah Nasraty (Chair), Greg Shaw • MS 1 members will be chosen by application/interview process in Spring 2014

Why was the HPAC developed? • The HPAC developed out of a need for a formalized process to address student professionalism concerns. – Address professionalism early – Foster climate of professionalism in both the classroom and the clinic – Avoid poor professionalism mentions in letter for residency – Improve patient care and peer relationships

What is an Early Concern Note • The Early Concern Note (ECN) is an online form than can be submitted by faculty, residents, and students to address professionalism concerns • This form is available online and is username/password protected • ECN submission is anonymous, however identifying information WILL be available to committee members

How do I submit an ECN? • Online form available at: http: //louisville. edu/medschool/studentaffairs/ecn HPAC@louisville. edu

How does the HPAC work? • The HPAC meets bimonthy and as needed to address the most recent ECN submissions • Every case is reviewed by the Chair and Vice Chair and then assigned to an HPAC member • Student is contacted to meet with the committee to address and respond to concern • Committee makes recommendations for the future

What are the implications? • 1 st ECN – HPAC with peer-to-peer mentoring • 2 nd ECN – HPAC refers to Assistant Dean of Student Affairs (Dr. Mittel) • 3 rd ECN – Student Promotions Committee and recurrent professionalism issues to be included in letter for residency

Questions? Concerns?