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Palliative care education in US medical schools

CONTEXT: Medical educators in the USA perceive the teaching of palliative care competencies as important, medical students experience it as valuable and effective, and demographic and societal forces fuel its necessity. Although it is encouraged by the Association of American Medical Colleges, the only palliative care-related mandate in US medical schools

Posted on 6 Jan 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Medical Education, Resources

Quality of care of patients with non-small-cell lung cancer: a report of a performance improvement initiative

BACKGROUND: Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. In recent years, significant advancements have been made in the molecular characterization of tumors, and the availability of new agents to treat non-small-cell lung cancer has increased. Despite these achievements, optimal care of patients with this condition

Posted on 6 Jan 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Learning Models & Theory, Manuscript, Medical Education, Resources

A new age approach to an age old problem: using simulation to teach geriatric medicine to medical students

BACKGROUND: simulation-based teaching is increasingly used in medical education, but no studies have evaluated its impact on learning in geriatric medicine. We developed and delivered a simulation teaching session on delirium, falls, elder abuse and breaking bad news. Simulation mannequins, professional role-players and simulated clinical documentation were all incorporated into scenarios.

Posted on 6 Jan 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Informatics & Analysis, Medical Education, Resources

Educational testing validity and reliability in pharmacy and medical education literature

Objectives. To evaluate and compare the reliability and validity of educational testing reported in pharmacy education journals to medical education literature. Methods. Descriptions of validity evidence sources (content, construct, criterion, and reliability) were extracted from articles that reported educational testing of learners' knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. Using educational testing, the

Posted on 6 Jan 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Informatics & Analysis, Medical Education, Resources

Quality improvement skills for pediatric residents: from lecture to implementation and sustainability

Quality improvement (QI) skills are relevant to efforts to improve the health care system. The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) program requirements call for resident participation in local and institutional QI efforts, and the move to outcomes-based accreditation is resulting in greater focus on the resulting learning and

Posted on 6 Jan 2014
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Medical Education, Resources

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Palliative care education in US medical schools

Quality of care of patients with non-small-cell lung cancer: a report of a performance improvement initiative

A new age approach to an age old problem: using simulation to teach geriatric medicine to medical students

Educational testing validity and reliability in pharmacy and medical education literature

Quality improvement skills for pediatric residents: from lecture to implementation and sustainability

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