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Development and evaluation of a continuing pharmacy education (CPE) program in thrombosis management
Artemis Diamantouros1, Romina Marchesano2, William H Geerts3
1Department of Pharmacy, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, 2075 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, ON, Canada M4N 3M5; Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto, 144 College St, Toronto, ON, Canada M5S 3M2.
Currents in Pharmacy Teaching & Learning
|December 14, 2017
Summary
A continuing education course significantly improved pharmacists' knowledge and confidence in thrombosis management. Participants successfully applied new skills in practice, demonstrating the course
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Continuing Education
- Health Professions Education
Background:
- Pharmacists require specialized knowledge for effective anticoagulant therapy management.
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is crucial for healthcare professionals to stay updated.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development of a continuing education (CE) course on thrombosis management for pharmacists.
- To evaluate the impact of this CE course on pharmacists' knowledge, attitudes, and practice changes.
Main Methods:
- A three-day CE course was developed and delivered.
- Outcomes were assessed via feedback questionnaires, pre- and post-session quizzes, and six-month follow-up interviews.
Main Results:
- Over 90% of participants exceeded expectations; knowledge in thrombosis care improved significantly.
- Pharmacists reported increased knowledge, confidence, and successful application of learned skills in practice.
- Case-based discussions and practical tips were highly valued by participants.
Conclusions:
- The CE course effectively enhanced pharmacists' competence in thrombosis management.
- This course design and evaluation can serve as a model for future pharmacist CE programs.
- Continuing education is vital for advancing pharmacist practice in evolving medical fields.