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Scott G Pritzlaff1, Johnathan H Goree2, Jonathan M Hagedorn3
1Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, CA, USA.
Journal of Pain Research
|September 20, 2023
Summary
Neuromodulation competence is crucial for pain medicine fellows. The PEAK Consensus Guidelines establish a new standard for neurostimulation training, addressing gaps in current fellowship programs to improve patient care.
Area of Science:
- Pain Medicine
- Neuromodulation
- Medical Education
Background:
- Neuromodulation competence is essential for interventional pain medicine fellowships.
- Current fellowship programs often lack adequate training in neuromodulation procedures.
- There is a need to establish a minimum standard for neurostimulation competence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop consensus guidelines for neuromodulation training in pain fellowship programs.
- To set a minimum standard of competence for neurostimulation procedures.
- To improve patient care in the United States through enhanced neuromodulation training.
Main Methods:
- Convened a diverse expert panel nominated for excellence in neuromodulation and physician education.
- Utilized peer-reviewed literature, grading of evidence, and expert opinion.
- Employed transparency and recusal to ensure unbiased consensus points and evidence grading.
Main Results:
- Developed the Pain Education and Knowledge (PEAK) Consensus Guidelines for Neuromodulation.
- Established thirteen critical practice areas for physician competence in neuromodulation.
- Provided recommendations to enhance neuromodulation care in the U.S.
Conclusions:
- The PEAK Consensus Guidelines set a new standard for neuromodulation training in pain fellowships.
- Current fellowship training needs to evolve to match advancements in neuromodulation therapies.
- Adoption of these guidelines by accredited programs is recommended to improve physician competence and patient outcomes.
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