Effective Continuing Medical Education: A Comprehensive Guide

Continuing medical education is vital to patient safety and well-being. The health care industry is dynamic, and providers must stay informed. Continuing medical education provides updated information and provides reviews of skills and equipment.

Things You'll Need

• Computer
• Porjector
• Dry Erase board
• Video camera

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Instructions

• 1

  Identify an individual or group to oversee the program. An effective program needs leadership and direction so proper classes and topics are presented. At California Pacific Medical Center, the Continuing Medical Education Committee plans and oversees continuing education for medical staff.

• 2

  Identify required topics to present. Annual, mandatory training may be required by governing agencies or state laws. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) require some topics to be reviewed on a regular basis. Required topics may include hand washing and proper patient lifting.

• 3

  Seek input from staff. Different staff members may require different classes and content. For example, physicians will require different topics and number of hours than a registered nurse.

• 4

  Research the topic through Internet searches or a medical science library.

• 5

  Organize material using a word processor or a power point program.

• 6

  Rehearse the presentation.

• 7

  Present the lesson with a confident and relaxed attitude.