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Using Simulation Models to Train Clinicians in the Use of Point-of-Care Ultrasound

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GPs as medical educators--an Australian train-the-trainer program.

Sanjiva S Wijesinha¹, Catherine N Kirby, Caroline Tasker

¹Department of General Practice, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria. sanjiva.wijesinha@med.monash.edu.au

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A train-the-trainer (TTT) program effectively improved general practitioners' (GPs) knowledge and clinical practice in men's sexual and reproductive health. GP trainers served as valuable role models, delivering practical education to their peers.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
General Practice
Men's Health

Background:

General practitioners (GPs) require continuous professional development across various medical areas.
A train-the-trainer (TTT) model is a potential strategy for facilitating continuing professional development (CPD).

Purpose of the Study:

To train GPs to facilitate peer-led CPD activities.
To enhance GP knowledge and clinical practice in men's sexual and reproductive health through a TTT program.

Main Methods:

A national TTT program focused on men's sexual and reproductive health was implemented by Monash University's Department of General Practice.
Over three years, 40 GP trainers were educated to lead sessions on androgen deficiency, erectile dysfunction, prostate cancer, and male infertility.
These trainers subsequently educated 568 GPs across 33 Australian divisions.

Main Results:

GP trainers were identified as a valuable resource for delivering GP training.
Trainers acted as experienced role models, providing relevant and practical education to colleagues.

Conclusions:

The TTT model, despite being resource-intensive, proved effective in enhancing GP knowledge and clinical practice.
This approach facilitated improvements in men's sexual and reproductive health care delivery by GPs.