Australian GP registrars' use of e-resources.

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Digital Health
• General Practice Training

Background:

• Face-to-face learning is standard for Australian GP registrars.
• E-resources supplement traditional learning methods.
• Understanding registrar e-resource use is crucial for future training design.

Purpose of the Study:

• Investigate GP registrars' e-resource utilization.
• Identify preferences for sourcing clinical information.
• Inform the design and direction of e-resources in GP education.

Main Methods:

• A custom online survey was administered.
• 119 GP registrars participated.
• Data collected on e-resource type, frequency, and design preferences.

Main Results:

• E-resources are the primary information source for most registrars (77.3%).
• Frequently used resources include search engines, medical journals, and prescribing software.
• Accuracy and comprehensiveness are key selection factors.

Conclusions:

• E-resources effectively supplement GP registrar learning and teaching.
• Quality and consistency of e-resources present ongoing concerns.
• Further development should address these quality issues.