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In search of a curriculum.

H P Botha, G J Pistorius, A E Van Kerken

    South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
    |April 10, 1976
    PubMed
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    Assessing continuing education needs for general practitioners is possible using practice profile data. This method, incorporating disease classification and practice management factors, shows promise for valuable insights.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Education
    • General Practice
    • Health Services Research

    Background:

    • Continuing education is crucial for general practitioners to stay updated.
    • Identifying specific curricular needs ensures effective professional development.
    • Current methods for assessing these needs may be insufficient.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate a novel method for assessing curricular needs in general practitioner continuing education.
    • To determine the utility of practice profile data in identifying educational gaps.

    Main Methods:

    • A survey was developed utilizing practice profile data.
    • Disease classification data and practice management factors were incorporated into the profile construction.
    • The method was piloted with 100 participating general practitioners.

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    Main Results:

    • Preliminary results from the survey indicate the method's potential.
    • Practice profile data appears to be a valuable resource for needs assessment.
    • The approach is feasible for surveying a significant number of practitioners.

    Conclusions:

    • Practice profile data offers a viable approach to assessing continuing education needs for general practitioners.
    • This method can provide valuable insights for curriculum development.
    • Further validation with larger cohorts is warranted.