Utilizing a Video-Based Learning Platform for Teaching Breastfeeding Medicine

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Lactation Medicine
• Pediatrics

Background:

• The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends exclusive breastfeeding.
• Sensitive topics and time constraints in clinical settings create breastfeeding knowledge gaps among healthcare professionals.
• Existing educational methods for breastfeeding medicine present challenges for learners and educators.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop an effective video-based educational module for breastfeeding medicine.
• To address identified knowledge deficits in breastfeeding competencies among medical trainees and attending physicians.
• To improve the quality of infant feeding support provided by healthcare professionals.

Main Methods:

• Collaboration with certified lactation consultants at a major birthing center.
• Development of a video-based curriculum using Panopto audio-visual software.
• Focus on skill-based breastfeeding competencies supported by the AAP.

Main Results:

• Successful creation of a video-based curriculum for breastfeeding medicine education.
• Utilization of Panopto software for developing educational content.
• The module aims to bridge knowledge gaps in breastfeeding medicine.

Conclusions:

• Video-based education is a viable method for teaching breastfeeding medicine.
• This approach can effectively address knowledge gaps and improve clinical skills.
• The developed curriculum offers a scalable solution for medical education in lactation support.