Using Clinical Evidence in a National Continuing Medical Education Program in Italy
Author Information
Author(s): Lorenzo Moja, Ivan Moschetti, Alessandro Liberati, Roberto Manfrini, Christian Deligant, Roberto Satolli, Antonio Addis, Nello Martini, Pietro Dri
Primary Institution: Italian Cochrane Centre, Istituto Mario Negri
Hypothesis
How can the dissemination of independent medical information improve physicians' access to reliable evidence on drug effectiveness and safety?
Conclusion
The program successfully engaged a significant number of doctors, indicating a demand for reliable medical education resources.
Supporting Evidence
- 19,340 doctors subscribed to the program, with 93% completing at least one vignette.
- The average number of completed vignettes per user was 13.75.
- Over 90% of users found the vignettes relevant and appropriate for educational purposes.
Takeaway
Doctors in Italy are learning about medicine through an online program that helps them find reliable information about treatments.
Methodology
The study involved a survey assessing doctors' use and feedback on an e-learning program based on Clinical Evidence.
Potential Biases
Doctors may have used the program opportunistically to collect credits rather than for genuine learning.
Limitations
Selection bias may have occurred, as the sample may over-represent doctors with a positive attitude towards evidence-based medicine.
Participant Demographics
The median age of users was 50 years, with 52% based in rural areas.
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