ABSTRACT: A novel approach to needs assessment in curriculum development: going beyond consensus methods
BACKGROUND:
Needs assessment should be the starting point for curriculum development. In medical education, expert opinion and consensus methods are commonly employed.
AIM:
This paper showcases a more practice-grounded needs assessment approach.
METHODS:
A mixed-methods approach, incorporating a national survey, practice audit, and expert consensus, was developed and piloted in thrombosis medicine; Phase 1: National