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Web-based learning in inflammatory bowel diseases: General truths and current specifics.
Petros Zezos1, Daniel Panisko2
1Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, Thunder Bay Health Sciences Centre, Northern Ontario School of Medicine, Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 6V4, Canada.
World Journal of Clinical Cases
|October 9, 2018
Summary
Managing inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) is complex. This review guides healthcare professionals to reliable online resources for certified IBD knowledge, improving patient care.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- Medical Education
- Digital Health
Background:
- Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, present increasing management complexities.
- Advances in IBD care include new therapies, 'treat-to-target' strategies, and drug monitoring.
- Patients increasingly seek health information online, necessitating accessible, reliable digital resources.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and review web-based educational resources for inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD).
- To provide a guide for healthcare professionals seeking certified knowledge in IBD management.
- To support the continuous learning needs of clinicians managing IBD patients.
Main Methods:
- Systematic exploration of the internet using PubMed and Startpage (Google) search engines.
- Focused search on web-based educational materials related to inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD).
- Evaluation of resources for certified knowledge acquisition and relevance to clinical practice.
Main Results:
- A curated list of web-based resources for IBD education was identified.
- Online learning platforms offer a flexible and cost-effective alternative to traditional educational methods.
- These resources can enhance the knowledge base of healthcare professionals and improve patient outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Web-based resources are valuable tools for healthcare professionals to stay updated on inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) management.
- Accessible and certified online information can empower clinicians to provide better patient care.
- This review serves as a starting point for healthcare professionals to navigate the digital landscape for IBD education.
Keywords:
Continuing medical educationCrohn’s diseaseE-learningInflammatory bowel diseasesTechnology-enhanced learningUlcerative colitisWeb-based learningMore Related Videos
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