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ABSTRACT: Should we pay the student? A randomised trial of financial incentives in medical education

Background: Financial incentives are effective in moderating physician and patient behaviour, but they have not been studied in the context of medical education. Aim: This study assessed whether financial incentives can motivate students to acquire electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation skills. Methods: Students enrolled for a cardio-respiratory teaching module (n = 121) were randomised

Posted on 8 Jul 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Resources

ABSTRACT: Quality Improvement in Childhood Obesity Management through the Maintenance of Certification Process

OBJECTIVE: To assess the Health and Obesity: Prevention and Education (HOPE) Curriculum Project, a web-based clinician education program that promotes appropriate screening, prevention, and management of weight among youth by pediatric practitioners, based on the 2007 Expert Committee recommendations. The project currently provides Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Part 4 credit through

Posted on 8 Jul 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Informatics & Analysis, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Resources

MANUSCRIPT: Family Doctors Seen through the Eyes of Specialists: A Qualitative Study

Germany is facing a shortage of young family doctors. In search of possible reasons the aim of this study was to explore the perception of specialists on family doctors. Within a qualitative study 16 medical specialists from different fields in hospital and outpatient care setting were interviewed. Interviews were analysed

Posted on 8 Jul 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Informatics & Analysis, Manuscript, Medical Education, Rapid Learning Healthcare System, Resources

ABSTRACT: Medical Applications for Pharmacists Using Mobile Devices

BACKGROUND:Mobile devices (eg, smartphones, tablet computers) have become ubiquitous and subsequently there has been a growth in mobile applications (apps). Concurrently, mobile devices have been integrated into health care practice due to the availability and quality of medical apps. These mobile medical apps offer increased access to clinical references and

Posted on 8 Jul 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Education Technology, Medical Education, Rapid Learning Healthcare System, Resources

ABSTRACT: A Qualitative Analysis of an Interactive Online Discussion by Health Professions Educators on Education Research

Introduction: In view of increasing demand for reforms in medical education in India, it is important to generate evidence through education research to increase the relevance and improve the quality of medical education. Education research is still at a nascent stage in India for a number of reasons. This study

Posted on 8 Jul 2013
By Brian S McGowan, PhD
In Abstract, Education Technology, Learning Models & Theory, Medical Education, Resources

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ABSTRACT: Should we pay the student? A randomised trial of financial incentives in medical education

ABSTRACT: Quality Improvement in Childhood Obesity Management through the Maintenance of Certification Process

MANUSCRIPT: Family Doctors Seen through the Eyes of Specialists: A Qualitative Study

ABSTRACT: Medical Applications for Pharmacists Using Mobile Devices

ABSTRACT: A Qualitative Analysis of an Interactive Online Discussion by Health Professions Educators on Education Research

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