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RadioGraphics: a Web-based model for radiology resident self-education
S Bruce Greenberg1, M Jack Long, Sarah G Klein
1University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Arkansas Children's Hospital, 800 Marshall St, Little Rock, AR 72202, USA.
Academic Radiology
|November 25, 2003
Summary
RadioGraphics' online Continuing Medical Education (CME) effectively teaches diagnostic radiology residents essential computer skills. This method satisfies Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education requirements for computer-aided applications in medicine.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Radiology
- Digital Health
Background:
- Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education mandates computer-aided applications for diagnostic radiology residents.
- Residency programs must ensure competency in computer skills for ongoing learning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of RadioGraphics' online Continuing Medical Education (CME) modules.
- To determine if these modules satisfy residency review committee (RRC) requirements for computer skills.
Main Methods:
- Twenty radiology residents participated in the study.
- Residents completed four online articles with pre- and post-tests.
- A survey assessed the residents' experience and perceived value.
Main Results:
- Significant improvement in test scores (5.6 to 9.3, P < .001) was observed.
- 19/20 residents found the modules valuable for future practice.
- All residents agreed the experience met RRC computer skills requirements.
Conclusions:
- RadioGraphics' online CME is an effective tool for teaching required computer skills.
- The program successfully meets the RRC's mandate for computer-aided applications in diagnostic radiology.