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Published on: January 5, 2018
[Training in addiction medicine]
Cor A J de Jong1, Lonneke Luycks, Jan-Wilm Delicat
1Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen, afd. SPON Postdoctorale Opleidingen, Nijmegen. nispa.dejong@gmail.com
Addiction medicine requires both medical expertise and communication skills. A postgraduate program in the Netherlands offers comprehensive training in these essential competencies for addiction treatment professionals.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Addiction Science
Background:
- Effective addiction treatment necessitates specialized medical knowledge.
- Crucial communication skills are also vital for successful patient care in addiction medicine.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a postgraduate program in addiction medicine.
- To highlight the program's focus on both medical and communication competencies.
Main Methods:
- A competency-based, full-time postgraduate program.
- Two-year duration.
- Offered at Radboud University Nijmegen.
Main Results:
- The program integrates specialist medical knowledge with essential communication skills.
- It provides a structured learning environment for addiction treatment professionals.
Conclusions:
- The program equips professionals with a dual skill set for addiction treatment.
- It represents a comprehensive approach to training in addiction medicine.
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