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Does Continuing Medical Education (CME) Activity Contribute to Learning Gain: An Objective Evaluation
Karan Gupta1, Dushyant Mandlik1, Purvi Patel1
1Department of Surgical Oncology, Aastha Oncology Associates, HCG Cancer Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat India.
Summary
Continuing medical education (CME) workshops effectively enhance medical knowledge. Participants showed a significant 17.9% increase in scores, demonstrating the value of these educational programs for healthcare professionals.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Continuing Professional Development
Background:
- Continuing medical education (CME) and workshops are crucial for updating medical practitioners' knowledge.
- Staying abreast of medical advancements ensures better patient treatment and outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a CME program in enhancing medical knowledge.
- To objectively quantify the knowledge gain immediately following a workshop.
Main Methods:
- A pre- and post-workshop knowledge assessment using multiple-choice questionnaires was conducted.
- 42 participants were included in the evaluation of knowledge gain.
Main Results:
- A significant increase of 17.9% in participant scores was observed post-CME.
- The overall learning gain calculated from the CME program was 38%.
Conclusions:
- Continuing medical education activities, such as workshops, demonstrably improve participants' knowledge base.
- Further research is needed to assess long-term knowledge retention and impact on clinical practice and health outcomes.
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