scholarly journals Analysis of Nutrition Education in Osteopathic Medical Schools

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathaleen Briggs Early ◽  
Kelly M. Adams ◽  
Martin Kohlmeier
Keyword(s):  
Nutrition Education ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Osteopathic Medicine ◽  
Nutrition Instruction ◽  
Academic Year ◽  
Nutrition Practice ◽  
Prevention Of Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Osteopathic Physicians

Purpose. Describe nutrition education at US colleges of osteopathic medicine; determine if it meets recommended levels. Method. We surveyed 30 US colleges of osteopathic medicine (US COM) with a four-year curriculum about the amount and form of required nutrition education during the 2012/13 academic year. The online survey asked about hours of required nutrition across all 4 years and also in what types of courses this instruction occurred. We performed descriptive statistics to analyze the data. Results. Twenty-six institutions (87% response rate) completed the survey. Most responding US COM (22/26, 85%) do not meet the recommended minimum 25 hours of nutrition education; 8 (31%) provide less than half as much. Required nutrition instruction is largely confined to preclinical courses, with an average of 15.7 hours. Only 7 of the 26 responding schools report teaching clinical nutrition practice, providing on average 4.1 hours. Conclusions. Most US COM are inadequately preparing osteopathic physicians for the challenges they will face in practice addressing the nutritional concerns of their patients. Doctors of osteopathy cannot be expected to properly treat patients or guide the prevention of cardiovascular disease, obesity, cancer, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome if they are not trained to identify and modify the contributing lifestyle factors.

scholarly journals The State of Nutrition Education at US Medical Schools

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kelly M. Adams ◽  
W. Scott Butsch ◽  
Martin Kohlmeier
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Nutrition Education ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Medical Schools ◽  
The State ◽  
Realistic Expectation ◽  
Hospital Malnutrition ◽  
Nutrition Instruction ◽  
Academic Year

Purpose. To assess the state of nutrition education at US medical schools and compare it with recommended instructional targets. Method. We surveyed all 133 US medical schools with a four-year curriculum about the extent and type of required nutrition education during the 2012/13 academic year. Results. Responses came from 121 institutions (91% response rate). Most US medical schools (86/121, 71%) fail to provide the recommended minimum 25 hours of nutrition education; 43 (36%) provide less than half that much. Nutrition instruction is still largely confined to preclinical courses, with an average of 14.3 hours occurring in this context. Less than half of all schools report teaching any nutrition in clinical practice; practice accounts for an average of only 4.7 hours overall. Seven of the 8 schools reporting at least 40 hours of nutrition instruction provided integrated courses together with clinical practice sessions. Conclusions. Many US medical schools still fail to prepare future physicians for everyday nutrition challenges in clinical practice. It cannot be a realistic expectation for physicians to effectively address obesity, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, hospital malnutrition, and many other conditions as long as they are not taught during medical school and residency training how to recognize and treat the nutritional root causes.

scholarly journals Self-Reported Nutrition Education Received by Australian Midwives before and after Registration

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jamila Arrish ◽  
Heather Yeatman ◽  
Moira Williamson
Keyword(s):  
Continuing Education ◽  
Nutrition Education ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Midwifery Education ◽  
Content Analyses ◽  
Before And After

Educating midwives to provide nutrition advice is essential. Limited research focuses on midwives’ nutrition education. This paper explores self-reported nutrition education received by Australian midwives before and after registration. It draws on quantitative and qualitative data from a larger online survey conducted with the members of the Australian College of Midwives (response rate = 6.9%, n=329). Descriptive and content analyses were used. Of the midwives, 79.3% (n=261) reported receiving some nutrition education during, before, and/or after registration. However, some described this coverage as limited. It lacked sufficient focus on topics such as weight management, nutrition assessment, and nutrition for vulnerable groups. Continuing education often occurred through personal initiatives, such as the midwife enrolling in external courses or exploring issues on the Internet and with colleagues. The majority of participants indicated a need for increased nutrition education (94.2%, n=310) and guidelines tailored for them to provide nutrition advice (87.8%, n=289). Australian midwives may not be receiving adequate nutrition education to provide nutrition advice. Inclusion of evidence-based nutrition components in midwifery education and regular updates for practising midwives focusing on challenging nutrition issues is required to ensure that they are supported in this important role.

scholarly journals National Perspectives on the Training of Neurosurgery Residents in Stereotactic Radiosurgery

2016 ◽  
Vol 44 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-58 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alireza Mansouri ◽  
Christopher D. Witiw ◽  
Jetan H. Badhiwala ◽  
Farshad Nassiri ◽  
Patrick J. McDonald ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Radiation Oncology ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Categorical Variables ◽  
A Value ◽  
Residency Curriculum ◽  
Chi Squared

AbstractBackground: Despite the critical role played by neurosurgeons in performing radiosurgery, neurosurgery residents in Canada have limited exposure to radiosurgery during their training. A survey of neurosurgery residents and faculty along with radiation oncology faculty was conducted to analyze perspectives regarding incorporating formal radiosurgery training into the neurosurgery residency curriculum Methods: An online survey platform was employed. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize center and respondent characteristics. Categorical variables were compared using odds ratios and corresponding 95% confidence intervals. The chi-squared test was utilized to assess statistical significance. A value of p<0.05 was considered significant Results: The response rate was 31% (119/381); 87% (102/119) of respondents were from the neurosurgical specialty and 13% (17/119) from radiation oncology. Some 46% of residents (18/40) were “very uncomfortable” with radiosurgery techniques, and 57% of faculty (42/73) believed that dedicated radiosurgery training would be beneficial though impractical. No respondents felt that “no training” would be beneficial. A total of 46% of residents (19/41) felt that this training would be beneficial and that time should be taken away from other rotations, if needed, while 58% of faculty (42/73) and 75% (28/41) of residents believed that either 1 or 1-3 months of time dedicated to training in radiosurgery would suffice Conclusions: Canadian neurosurgeons are actively involved in radiosurgery. Despite residents anticipating a greater role for radiosurgery in their future, they are uncomfortable with the practice. With the indications for radiosurgery expanding, this training gap can have serious adverse consequences for patients. Considerations regarding the incorporation and optimal duration of dedicated radiosurgery training into the Canadian neurosurgery residency curriculum are necessary.

scholarly journals Ranking Radiology Residency Programs: What Medical Students Think is Important Versus What Residents Say is Important

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Quan Nguyen ◽  
Alwan Shadan ◽  
Florentino Saenz Rios
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Work Environment ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
General Trend ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Life Change ◽  
Great Success ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Radiology Residency

AbstractBackgroundMatching to a residency is a great success, but it is also a significant change in the lives of many graduating medical students. It is expected that during this time, many priorities may change, especially after participation in a residency program where residents are further exposed to the dynamics of the program.PurposeThere are no current studies that attempt to determine what factors residents prefer after the match.MethodsThis study was an anonymous study conducted through an online survey. The survey asked two open-ended questions asking the survey taker to list four factors in order of importance that they considered important in a program, one as an MS4 and one as a resident. Results were compiled, tallied, and categorized to find common themes between the applicant’s preferences through descriptive statistics.ResultsOf the 24 surveys sent out, a total of 15 applicants responded for a response rate of 62.5%. The most common preferences among both MS4s were “Work Environment” and “Location,” however, factors like “Education” and “Faculty: Resident Ratio” was seen as increasing in importance among residents.ConclusionWhile an increase was seen in some factors, the general trend of preferences going from MS4 to a resident was more spread-out in the distribution of what residents considered essential factors. This may be due to the extensive life change residency is or that residents are merely becoming more exposed to what it means to be a Diagnostic Radiologist and are forming their priorities in accordance.

scholarly journals Surgical Techniques at Cesarean Delivery: A U.S. Survey

2016 ◽  
Vol 02 (04) ◽  
pp. e119-e125 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deirdre Lyell ◽  
Michael Power ◽  
Katie Murtough ◽  
Amen Ness ◽  
Britta Anderson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
Cesarean Delivery ◽  
Double Layer ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Parietal Peritoneum ◽  
Surgical Closure ◽  
Visceral Peritoneum

Objective To assess the frequency of surgical techniques at cesarean delivery (CD) among U.S. obstetricians. Methods Members of the American College of Obstetrician Gynecologists were randomly selected and e-mailed an online survey that assessed surgical closure techniques, demographics, and reasons. Data were analyzed using SPSS (IBM Corp., Armonk, New York, United States), descriptive statistics, and analysis of variance. Results Our response rate was 53%, and 247 surveys were analyzed. A similar number of respondents either “always or usually” versus “rarely or never” reapproximate the rectus muscles (38.4% versus 43.3%, p = 0.39), and close parietal peritoneum (42.5% versus 46.9%, p = 0.46). The most frequently used techniques were double-layer hysterotomy closure among women planning future children (73.3%) and suturing versus stapling skin (67.6%); the least frequent technique was closure of visceral peritoneum (12.2%). Surgeons who perform double-layer hysterotomy closure had fewer years in practice (15.0 versus 18.7 years, p = 0.021); surgeons who close visceral peritoneum were older (55.5 versus 46.4 years old, p < 0.001) and had more years in practice (23.8 versus 13.8 years practice; p < 0.001). Conclusion Similar numbers of obstetricians either reapproximate or leave open the rectus muscles and parietal peritoneum at CD, suggesting that wide variation in practice exists. Surgeon demographics and safety concerns play a role in some techniques.

scholarly journals Pharmacists as a Source of Advice on Medication Use for Athletes

Pharmacy ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 10
Author(s):  
Kwang Choon Yee ◽  
Michael De Marco ◽  
Mohammed S. Salahudeen ◽  
Gregory M. Peterson ◽  
Jackson Thomas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Medication Use ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Demographic Information ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Drug Classes ◽  
Unintentional Doping ◽  
World Anti Doping Agency

Background: The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) specifies substances that competitive sportspersons are not allowed to take. Some of these substances are contained in common medicines used in everyday medical practice and could be used by athletes by accident. Objectives: This study aimed to explore pharmacists’ knowledge and confidence in guiding athletes about the use of medicines in professional sport. Methods: Registered pharmacists in Australia were invited to participate in an online survey. The survey had five domains and aimed to identify pharmacists’ demographic information, interest in sport, familiarity with WADA guidelines, knowledge on prohibited drug classes, and their opinion about the role of pharmacists in educating athletes on medication use. Descriptive statistics were provided and where appropriate, Chi-square, Mann–Whitney and independent t-test were used to identify potential associations and difference between means. Results: One hundred and thirty-five pharmacists (response rate of 10.6%) completed the survey, with the majority indicating that they were not confident in advising athletes on medication use. Although most respondents believed that pharmacists have a role in the education of athletes to help avoid unintentional doping, only about a quarter indicated that they had sufficient knowledge to advise athletes. About one-half of the respondents could provide fully correct answers when asked to identify the WADA status of some commonly used drugs. Conclusions: The results of the survey indicate that upskilling is required to enable pharmacists in Australia to provide accurate medication advice to professional athletes.

Knowledge, Perceptions and Practices on Modified Release Tablets among Prescribers: A Preliminary Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 01 (01) ◽  
pp. 05-14
Author(s):  
M.G.K.M. Fernando ◽  
K.I.J. Priyadarshi ◽  
L.G.T. Shanika ◽  
N.R. Samaranayake
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Product Information ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Immediate Release ◽  
State Universities ◽  
Modified Release ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Therapeutic Outcomes ◽  
Medical Faculties ◽  
Enteric Coated

Introduction: Modified release tablets (MRTs) are developed to achieve different therapeutic outcomes and are frequently prescribed. This study aims to evaluate the knowledge, perceptions and practices on using MRTs among a selected cohort of prescribers. Methods: A self administered online survey was conducted using a pre-validated questionnaire, prepared in-house to assess knowledge, perceptions and practices on using MRTs, among academics with an MBBS degree in medical faculties of State universities in Sri Lanka. Results: The response rate was 15.5% among 375 prescribers. Most were females (53.4%) and were 46-55 years (29.3%). Over 50% correctly expanded abbreviations related to MRTs. Most defined enteric coated (87.9%) and targeted release (77.6%) forms accurately. However, 87.0% mixed-up definitions of sustained release with controlled release. Most believed that inability to split tablets (70.7%) and high cost (70.7%), as disadvantages of MRTs. Nearly half did not identify the risk of dose dumping (53.5%) and inflexible dosing schedule (44.8%) as disadvantages. For frequency of administering MRTs, 86.2% referred the product information leaflet (PIL) while 29.0% depended on the frequency of the corresponding immediate release tablet. Most (79.3%) prescribed MRTs to increase patient compliance while 12.1% prescribed them to reduce cost. When problems regarding MRTs were encountered, most referred PILs (81.0%) and clarified with experts (75.9%). Conclusions: Although the response rate was low, a clear gap in knowledge, perceptions and practices on using MRTs were identified among prescribers who responded. Interventions are needed to improve the knowledge, perceptions, and practices on using MRTs among prescribers.

scholarly journals Assessing the utility and attitudes toward molecular testing in neuro-oncology: a survey of the Society for Neuro-Oncology members

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shannon Fortin Ensign ◽  
Maya Hrachova ◽  
Susan Chang ◽  
Maciej M Mrugala
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Clinical Decision Making ◽  
Unmet Needs ◽  
Practice Patterns ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Clinical Decision ◽  
Molecular Testing ◽  
Newly Diagnosed ◽  
Tumor Boards ◽  
Oncology Practice

Abstract Background Molecular testing (MT) is utilized in neuro-oncology with increasing frequency. The aim of this study was to determine clinical practice patterns to acquire this information, interpret and utilize MT for patient care, and identify unmet needs in the practical clinical application of MT. Methods We conducted a voluntary online survey of providers within the Society for Neuro-Oncology (SNO) membership database between March and April 2019. Results We received 152 responses out of 2022 SNO members (7.5% of membership). 88.8% of respondents routinely order MT for newly diagnosed gliomas. Of those who do not, testing is preferentially performed in younger patients or those with midline tumors. 82.8% use MT in recurrent gliomas. Other common indications included: metastatic tumors, meningioma, and medulloblastoma. Many providers utilize more than one resource (36.0%), most frequently using in-house (41.8%) over commercially available panels. 78.1% used the results for clinical decision-making, with BRAF, EGFR, ALK, and H3K27 mutations most commonly directing treatment decisions. Approximately, half (48.5%) of respondents have molecular tumor boards at their institutions. Respondents would like to see SNO-endorsed guidelines on MT, organized lists of targeted agents available for specific mutations, a database of targetable mutations and clinical trials, and more educational programs on MT. Conclusion This survey was marked by several limitations including response rate and interpretation of MT. Among respondents, there is routine use of MT in Neuro-Oncology, however, there remains a need for increased guidance for providers to effectively incorporate the expanding genomic data resulting from MT into daily Neuro-Oncology practice.

scholarly journals Survey of young people in one region of the UK on accessing COVID-19 information (SOCIAL)

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. e000942
Author(s):  
Oliver G P Lawton ◽  
Sarah A Lawton ◽  
Lisa Dikomitis ◽  
Joanne Protheroe ◽  
Joanne Smith ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Young People ◽  
Significant Role ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Education Gaps ◽  
The Uk

COVID-19 has significantly impacted young people’s lives yet little is known about the COVID-19 related sources of information they access. We performed a cross-sectional survey of pupils (11–16 years) in North Staffordshire, UK. 408 (23%) pupils responded to an online survey emailed to them by their school. Descriptive statistics were used to summarise the data. Social media, accessed by 68%, played a significant role in the provision of information, despite it not being considered trustworthy. 89% felt that COVID-19 had negatively affected their education. Gaps in the provision of information on COVID-19 have been identified.

Perspectives of physicians on medical acupuncture in Lebanon: a preliminary study

2020 ◽  
pp. 096452842096883
Author(s):  
Fadila Bassem Naji ◽  
Kamal Wahab ◽  
Ghassan Hamadeh ◽  
Sani Hlais
Keyword(s):  
Integrative Medicine ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Mechanisms Of Action ◽  
Medical Curricula ◽  
Chinese Acupuncture ◽  
The Future ◽  
Preliminary Study ◽  
Medical Acupuncture ◽  
The Difference

Objectives: There are no regulations governing the practice of acupuncture in Lebanon as it is not yet registered as a profession. To our knowledge, no studies have ever been conducted in Lebanon regarding the practice of acupuncture. The purpose of this preliminary study was to explore the knowledge of Lebanese physicians about acupuncture, with the intent of conducting larger scale studies and developing strategies aimed at refining this knowledge in the future, and the ultimate goal of setting guidelines for acupuncture practice in Lebanon. Methods: An online survey looking into physicians’ knowledge of acupuncture, its mechanisms of action, effectiveness, indications and safety, and physicians’ understanding of its concepts, was circulated to 4651 physicians registered in the Lebanese orders of physicians. Results: One hundred forty-nine physicians (3.2%) completed the survey. Most study respondents stated that they were unaware of the difference between traditional Chinese acupuncture (TCA) and Western medical acupuncture (WMA). Overall, 30% of respondents had personally used and/or referred patients for acupuncture. Physicians who had personally tried acupuncture were more likely to refer patients for acupuncture (p < 0.001). Those who know the difference between WMA and TCA were more likely to have tried or referred for acupuncture (p = 0.004). 72% believed that acupuncture and other integrative medicine modules should be introduced in medical curricula in Lebanon. Conclusion: Interest in acupuncture among physicians in Lebanon appears to be limited, based on the low response rate. Among respondents, physicians who had tried or referred patients for acupuncture appeared to be more well informed about different acupuncture styles.

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