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Amir A Hakimi1, Dana M Hutchison2, Asher C Park2
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, District of Columbia, USA.
Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine
|February 9, 2022
Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic spurred innovation in medical education, with virtual teleconferences becoming key. This paper shares insights from producing over 50 successful virtual seminars to guide future online continuing medical education.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Scientific Dissemination
- Digital Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted traditional in-person medical conferences and continuing medical education (CME) programs.
- Travel restrictions and geographical limitations necessitated a shift towards virtual platforms for knowledge sharing.
- Virtual teleconferences have emerged as a critical component of modern medical education delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the challenges encountered and lessons learned in organizing and executing large-scale virtual educational seminars.
- To share key strategies and best practices for the successful implementation of long-format virtual teleconference events.
- To provide guidance for future online continuing medical education initiatives.
Main Methods:
- The study involved the production of over 50 virtual educational seminars, including global webinar conferences.
- Events featured continuous lectures ranging from 24 to 55 hours in duration.
- Experience was gained through practical, "on-the-job" implementation of these virtual events.
Main Results:
- Successful execution of numerous virtual educational seminars and global webinar conferences.
- Overcame various logistical and technical challenges inherent in long-format online events.
- Demonstrated the feasibility and effectiveness of virtual platforms for extensive medical education.
Conclusions:
- Virtual teleconferences are an integral and effective format for continuing medical education.
- Sharing practical experience can guide others in planning and implementing successful online educational initiatives.
- The pandemic has accelerated the adoption and refinement of virtual methods in medical knowledge dissemination.
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