Continuing medical education by satellite: implications for oncology education
Young Eurotransmed Foundation, c/o School of Postgraduate Medical and Dental Education, University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff, UK.
Abstract
The need for rapid dissemination of medical information is linked with the requirement for training and career grade doctors to be up-to-date with their knowledge. Over 220 sites in Europe receive EuroTransMed oncology programmes, during the academic terms. The non-profit foundation brings together expert panels, providing the latest evidence for best practice. Viewers are able to interact during the programme with the panel members using phone, fax, ISDN and e-mail. Increasing use of telematics has helped in the development of this important quality learning initiative for doctors in Europe, and addressed the continuing education need of oncology health professionals.
