Medical teacher
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Peer observation of teaching (PoT) is most commonly done as a way of evaluating educators in lecture or small group teaching. Teaching in the clinical environment is a complex and hectic endeavor that requires nimble and innovative teaching on a daily basis. Most junior faculty start their careers with little formal training in education and with limited opportunity to be observed or to observe more experienced faculty. ⋯ This article provides detailed examples from written feedback obtained during collaborative peer observation to emphasize the richness of this combined experience.