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How Effective Is CME?

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• Receive informative feedback from valid educational sources (eg, simulators, instructors, or educational instruments).

• Be encouraged to reach a mastery standard.

• Have an opportunity for advancement to other, higher-level tasks.

There is one other component that requires mention whenever current CME/CE practices are considered. We cannot underestimate the importance of camaraderie and networking at CME/CE functions and the importance of opportunities for clinicians to just “get away.” I’d love to hear from you regarding CME/CE events that you have attended that met or exceeded your expectations and what made them worthwhile. You can reach me at PAeditor@qhc.com.

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