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Breaking Silos: Improving Continuing Medical Education Planning Through Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Katherine Staab1, Noah Johnson2, Ana Chiddington2
1Health Sciences Libraries, Southern California Permanente Medical Group, Kaiser Permanente, Pasadena, CA, USA.
The Permanente Journal
|July 27, 2026
Summary
Early interdisciplinary collaboration in continuing medical education (CME) planning improved coordination and stakeholder support. Further research is needed to confirm impacts on efficiency and educational value.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- A pilot project implemented a redesigned, interdisciplinary approach to continuing medical education (CME) planning.
- Key stakeholders were integrated at the initial consultation phase.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess faculty and planner perceptions of a redesigned CME planning process.
- To compare perceptions before and after the implementation of an interdisciplinary approach.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey was administered to 18 participants who experienced both planning models.
- Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, and qualitative data underwent thematic analysis.
Main Results:
- Participants reported high support for both CME planning models.
- The collaborative approach showed more consistent positive perceptions regarding communication, coordination, and resource access.
- Perceptions of preparedness, efficiency, and educational value were mixed.
Conclusions:
- Early interdisciplinary collaboration in CME planning may enhance coordination.
- Further investigation with larger sample sizes and refined measures is recommended to evaluate efficiency and educational outcomes.
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