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  • Continuing Medical Education

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  • The German continuing education system for dermatology has undergone a significant reform with the new Musterweiterbildungsordnung (M WBO).
  • This updated ordinance aims to modernize the training structure to better reflect the demands of practical dermatology.
  • The transition is effective from July 1, 2020, adopted by most State Medical Chambers (Landesärztekammern).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the key changes and implications of the new competency-based continuing education ordinance for dermatology in Germany.
  • To highlight the shift from traditional training metrics to demonstrable competency achievement.
  • To identify the new assessment procedures and structural modifications within the M WBO Dermatology.

Main Methods:

  • The M WBO Dermatology framework is structured into 14 thematic blocks.
  • Competency acquisition is assessed through methods such as annual continuing education interviews, workplace-based examinations, and an electronic logbook (eLogbuch).
  • The ordinance reallocates guideline numbers for dermatological additional training courses, shifting emphasis to the basic training period.

Main Results:

  • The new M WBO mandates a competency-based approach, focusing on observable problem-solving skills in practice.
  • Minimum inpatient training periods are eliminated, permitting entirely outpatient-based continuing education.
  • The curriculum includes differentiated cognitive, methodological, and action competencies, with a significant portion of additional training integrated into basic training.

Conclusions:

  • The competency-based M WBO represents a paradigm shift in dermatology training, emphasizing practical application and flexibility.
  • New assessment tools like eLogbuch and workplace-based exams are crucial for evaluating competency.
  • While the framework is established, practical implementation challenges regarding documentation and financing remain open questions.