Developing a Curriculum for Rational Prescribing in Medical Education
Author Information
Author(s): Esmaily Hamideh M, Savage Carl, Vahidi Rezagoli, Amini Abolghasem, Zarrintan Mohammad Hossein, Wahlstrom Rolf
Primary Institution: Karolinska Institutet
Hypothesis
Can a modified Delphi process effectively identify educational outcomes for rational prescribing in continuing medical education for general physicians?
Conclusion
Consensus on learning outcomes was achieved, and an educational guideline was designed for rational prescribing.
Supporting Evidence
- The Delphi process involved 30 stakeholders to gather expert opinions.
- 21 learning outcomes were identified through the consensus process.
- Six educational topics were determined for the CME programme.
Takeaway
Doctors need to learn how to prescribe medicines properly, and experts worked together to create a plan to teach them this important skill.
Methodology
The study used a two-round Delphi consensus process followed by expert panel discussions to identify educational outcomes and develop curricular content.
Potential Biases
Potential bias from the selection of expert panel members and their backgrounds.
Limitations
The study's findings may not be generalizable beyond the specific context of Iranian general practitioners.
Participant Demographics
30 stakeholders including general practitioners, CME decision makers, pharmacists, pharmacologists, and medical specialists from Iran.
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