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Bisphosphonate-induced osteonecrosis of the jaw (BONJ) represents a growing concern for dentists and patients in that it may alter clinical care. This study assessed the knowledge and perceptions of practicing dentists in relation to the risk of BONJ and how their knowledge and perceptions influence their decisions when developing treatment plans. For this study, a sample of dentists (n = 93) in South Texas completed a 38-item survey about BONJ knowledge and perception and their current clinical practices for patients undergoing bisphosphonate therapy. Knowledge score groupings reflected differences between low knowledge and high knowledge dentists in terms of their behavior concerning medical history, alternative treatments offered, and routine blood testing for patients on bisphosphonate therapy.
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Osteonecrose da Arcada Osseodentária Associada a Difosfonatos/terapia , Padrões de Prática Odontológica/estatística & dados numéricos , Atitude do Pessoal de Saúde , Osteonecrose da Arcada Osseodentária Associada a Difosfonatos/epidemiologia , Odontólogos/psicologia , Odontólogos/estatística & dados numéricos , Conhecimentos, Atitudes e Prática em Saúde , Humanos , Inquéritos e Questionários , Texas/epidemiologiaRESUMO
OBJECTIVE: To assess the prevalence and characteristics of curriculum in dual doctor of pharmacy (PharmD)/master of public health (MPH) degree programs offered by US pharmacy programs. METHODS: An 18-item survey instrument was developed and distributed online to faculty members at US colleges and schools of pharmacy. RESULTS: Of the 110 colleges and schools that responded, 23 (21%) offered a PharmD/MPH degree. Common characteristics of these 23 programs included current PharmD program structure (3 + 1 year), early curricular recruitment, small enrollment, and interdisciplinary coursework occurring online and in the classroom. The impact of the dual degree on the curriculum and longevity of the dual-degree programs varied. About 55% of responding programs without a formal dual-degree program reported that additional public health training was available. CONCLUSION: Twenty-one percent of colleges and schools of pharmacy offer a combined PharmD/MPH dual degree. Most programs required an additional 1 or 2 semesters to complete both degrees.