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Patricia B Williams1, Darian C Rice, Robert W Piepho
1Physiological Sciences, Eastern Virginia Medical School, 700 W. Olney Road, Norfolk, VA 23507, USA. pbwillia@umich.edu
Naunyn-Schmiedeberg'S Archives of Pharmacology
|July 11, 2002
Summary
Improved clinical pharmacology education is vital globally due to increasing drug information and expanded prescribing roles. The internet and professional organizations can facilitate sharing best teaching practices and foster essential discussions on effective learning strategies.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology Education
- Medical Training
- Healthcare Professional Development
Background:
- Growing complexity of drug information and biotechnology-derived agents necessitates enhanced clinical pharmacology teaching.
- Expanded prescribing authority for non-traditional prescribers highlights the need for robust pharmacology education.
- Current healthcare demands require updated and effective methods for teaching clinical pharmacology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To emphasize the critical need for improved teaching methods in clinical pharmacology.
- To highlight the role of technology and professional organizations in disseminating educational materials.
- To advocate for continued discourse on effective curricular approaches in clinical pharmacology.
Main Methods:
- Discussion of internet-based resources for sharing clinical pharmacology teaching materials.
- Identification of clinical pharmacology organizations as key facilitators for educational exchange.
- Emphasis on the importance of problem-based learning and other pedagogical strategies.
- Review of educational content available online, including case studies and software.
- Utilization of professional journals for educational series and discussions on therapeutics.
- Highlighting the role of teaching forums in promoting broader discussions on drug use.
Main Results:
- Technology enables the internet-based sharing of clinical pharmacology teaching materials.
- Clinical pharmacology organizations are actively organizing, reviewing, and adding to online educational content.
- Journals and annual meetings serve as crucial platforms for disseminating educational content and fostering discussion.
- A variety of online resources, including case studies and software, are available for learning.
Conclusions:
- Improved clinical pharmacology education is essential for global healthcare.
- The internet and professional organizations are pivotal in advancing clinical pharmacology education.
- Ongoing dialogue regarding problem-based learning and other innovative teaching strategies is crucial for effective instruction.