Provider engagement in precision oncology education: an exploratory analysis of online continuing medical education data

Per Med. 2019 May 1;16(3):199-209. doi: 10.2217/pme-2018-0150. Epub 2019 May 21.

Abstract

Given the rapid growth in genomic tests and targeted therapeutics, clinicians are likely to benefit from additional precision medicine education. Aim: This study evaluated the engagement and effectiveness of two interactive, case-based educational modules about somatic tumor testing, developed by the Jackson Laboratory, American Medical Association and Scripps Research Translational Institute, titled 'Precision Medicine for Your Practice'. Results: 402 participants enrolled in one or both free online continuing education modules, including physicians, nurses, scientists and genetic counselors and 41% completed module evaluations. Over 90% of respondents reported alignment of program with practice needs and planned to change their practice, including patient communication, identifying candidates for testing and/or interpreting test results. Conclusion: These findings support Precision Medicine for Your Practice as an effective education offering for diverse clinical professionals.

Keywords: CME; ethical issues; genetics education; genomic testing; genomics; oncology; precision medicine.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Counselors / education
  • Education, Distance / methods*
  • Education, Medical, Continuing / methods*
  • Education, Nursing
  • Genetic Counseling
  • Humans
  • Medical Laboratory Personnel / education
  • Medical Oncology / education*
  • Precision Medicine