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Ahmed M Fathalla1, Cherie Chiang1,2, Ralph Audehm3
1Department of Medicine, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, University of Melbourne, 300 Grattan Street, Parkville, Melbourne, 3050, Australia, +61 03 8344 5892.
JMIR Formative Research
|January 21, 2026
Summary
Primary care physicians (PCPs) found the interactive online Community Fracture Capture (CFC) tool effective for improving osteoporosis knowledge and confidence. This program addresses treatment gaps following fragility fractures, enhancing patient care.
Area of Science:
- Osteoporosis management in primary care.
- Continuing professional development for physicians.
- Digital health interventions for fracture care.
Background:
- A significant gap exists in initiating osteoporosis treatment after fragility fractures, especially within primary care.
- Primary care physicians (PCPs) face barriers including diagnostic uncertainties, treatment initiation challenges, and concerns about drug side effects.
- The effectiveness of different learning modalities and the influence of PCP demographics on learning outcomes require further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the operational aspects, educational impact, and user acceptance of the interactive online Community Fracture Capture (CFC) model.
- To enhance Australian PCPs' expertise in community-based fracture treatment.
- To explore the relationship between PCPs' demographic characteristics, clinical background, and their knowledge and treatment gaps.
Main Methods:
- The Community Fracture Capture (CFC) Learning Hub, a secure online platform, facilitated community learning through interactive forums, case study discussions, and expert Q&A sessions.
- Content included modules on osteoporosis diagnostics, treatment, monitoring, and complex cases, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach.
- Online surveys and analytics monitored baseline knowledge, engagement, and improvements in knowledge and confidence.
Main Results:
- Fifty-five PCPs participated in four 6-week cycles; 86% joined to improve patient management, and 83% were satisfied with the content.
- Preferred learning methods included small group learning, live webinars, and interactive sessions, with the platform rated as easy to use by 57%.
- Post-program, 89% would recommend the training, and nearly all participants reported increased confidence in managing osteoporosis.
Conclusions:
- The collaborative development of the CFC program by specialists, PCPs, and IT experts resulted in a user-friendly, interactive, and flexible online learning tool.
- The program effectively bridges knowledge and management gaps in osteoporosis care for PCPs.
- The CFC model demonstrates potential for broad applicability across various health-related fields and beyond.
Keywords:
CFCCPDPCPsVCoPcase-based educationcommunity-based fracture capture learning hubcontinuing professional developmentonline learning platformosteoporosisprimary care physiciansvirtual communities of practiceMore Related Videos
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