Analyzing a follow-up needs assessment: Increased use of internet-based APSA educational programs by pediatric surgeons.
J Pediatr Surg
; 55(10): 2083-2087, 2020 Oct.
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
Needs assessment is a critical component of educational program design. Follow-up is important for improvement. Two electronic educational programs, Exam-based Pediatric surgery Educational Reference Tool (ExPERT) and Pediatric Surgery Not a Textbook (NaT), offered by the American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA) have been functional for over three years, allowing for follow-up assessment.METHODS:
A 22-question survey was distributed via email to APSA members. Questions included practice demographics, learning preferences and APSA material use. Mann-Whitney analysis was performed (p<0.05).RESULTS:
294 members responded. 43% were in academic practice with a pediatric surgery fellowship. Top preferences for obtaining/maintaining medical knowledge were national meetings (27%), ExPERT (24%), and the NaT (20%). Comparatively, in a 2014 assessment, electronic programs were less desired (16%). Cost was cited by >1/3 for not subscribing to ExPERT or NaT. Question discussions were often read regardless of response. >86% would subscribe to APSA resources if there were no CME requirement. The most frequently cited knowledge gap was fetal therapy (30%).CONCLUSIONS:
This is the first publication documenting increased acceptance of electronic educational platforms for pediatric surgeons. Well-utilized and valued, the data justify and encourage continued development of electronic educational resources. Room for improvement exists in affordability, knowledge gaps, and individualizing curriculum development. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.Palabras clave
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Colección:
01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Instrucción por Computador
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Internet
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Cirujanos
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Pediatras
Tipo de estudio:
Observational_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Límite:
Child
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Humans
País/Región como asunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Pediatr Surg
Año:
2020
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Article