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1Oregon Health & Science University.Portland, OR, USA.
AMIA ... Annual Symposium Proceedings. AMIA Symposium
|November 13, 2008
Summary
Biomedical informatics training programs are expanding, but a critical gap exists in faculty development. Addressing this need is crucial for training the future biomedical and health informatics workforce.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical and Health Informatics
- Computational Biology
- Health Sciences Education
Background:
- The field of biomedical informatics is experiencing rapid growth and maturation.
- There is a recognized need to expand the health informatics workforce.
- Educational opportunities are increasing for diverse learners at multiple expertise levels.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the critical unmet need for faculty development within biomedical and health informatics.
- To address the question of how to train the growing number of professionals entering the field.
- To emphasize the importance of training the trainers for sustainable workforce expansion.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on current educational trends in biomedical informatics.
- Analysis of workforce expansion needs and projected learner numbers.
- Identification of existing gaps in faculty training and development programs.
Main Results:
- Biomedical informatics education is expanding with diverse programs.
- New certifications and competency definitions are emerging for informatics professionals.
- A significant gap in faculty development programs is identified, posing a risk to workforce training.
Conclusions:
- The rapid growth of biomedical informatics necessitates a parallel expansion in faculty development.
- Failure to address faculty training needs will impede the growth of the informatics workforce.
- Strategic investment in training the trainers is essential for the future of the discipline.
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