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Evaluation And Revision Of An Introduction To Experiential Rotations Course, Eliza A. Dy, Sarah Nisly

Sarah A. Nisly

The objectives of this study were to evaluate the perceived student value of topics taught in Butler University’s Introduction to Experiential Rotations (RX500) course, implement course revisions to address any perceived weaknesses, and to reassess the course following implementation of those course revisions. Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) students from Butler University’s 2012 doctorate of pharmacy class were initially surveyed to assess the perceived usefulness and design of RX500. Based on the findings of the initial data, course revisions were developed and implemented for the following semester’s RX500 course. In order to assess for potential changes in the perceived value …

Antisecretory And Analgesic Activities Of Terminalia Bellerica, Arif-Ullah Khan, Anwar Hassan Gilani

Anwar Gilani

This study describes the antisecretory and analgesic activities of the crude extract of Terminalia bellerica (Tb.Cr). T. bellerica extract inhibited the castor oil-induced intestinal fluid secretion in mice at the dose range of 300 - 1000 mg/kg. The extract also dose-dependently (50 - 100 mg/kg) reduced the numbers of acetic acid-mediated writhes in mice. These results indicate that T. bellerica exhibit antisecretory and anti-nociceptive effects, hence justifying its medicinal use in diarrhea and pain.

Education And Career Development, Anthony Carruthers, Katherine Luzuriaga, Gyongyi Szabo

Gyongyi Szabo

This presentation describes educational programs for trainees and faculty that are offered through the UMCCTS.

An In Vivo Study On The Diuretic Activity Of Holarrhena Antidysenterica, Aslam Khan, Samra Bashir, Anwar Hassan Gilani

Anwar Gilani

Holarrhena antidysenterica is used as diuretic in traditional medicine. The aim of this study was to evaluate the crude extract of H. antidysentrica seeds (Ha.Cr) and its fractions, n-hexane (Ha.Hx), n-butanol (Ha.Bu) and aqueous (Ha.Aq), for their diuretic effect in Wistar rats and to investigate whether the activity is concentrated in any of the fractions. Wistar rats kept on fasting for 24 h with water ad labium, divided into normal, positive control and treated groups were orally given normal saline (20 ml/kg), hydrochlorothiazide (HCT; 10 mg/kg) and different doses of the plant material, respectively. Immediately after dosing, the rats were …

Lipid Goals: Update On Their Status, Katie Axford, Eliza Dy, Sarah A. Nisly

Sarah A. Nisly

Goal: The goal of this lesson is to discuss current medical management of dyslipidemias, including available agents and goals of therapy, as well as potential future treatment strategies based on recently published literature.

Dietary Supplement Education In A Senior Population, Kimberly G. Elder, Sarah A. Nisly

Sarah A. Nisly

Background. Dietary supplements are widely used among United States senior citizens for various indications. Potential dangers with supplement use include the lack of regulation by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the possibility for drug-supplement interactions. Senior focused education may in- crease the safe use of dietary supplements by older adults. Objective. The primary objective of this study was to determine the effectiveness of a pharmacist driven educational seminar in a local senior population. Methods. Participants aged 55 years and older in one of three senior programs were eligible for inclusion. Initially, a needs-assessment interview was con- ducted at …

Improving The Quality Of Medical Education, Daniel Edwards

Dr Daniel Edwards

An ongoing collaboration is developing tools and processes to help prove and improve the quality of medical education in Australia through quality comparison, the sharing of expertise and high-quality assessment, as Dan Edwards explains.

Addressing Health Disparities In Minority Communities: Evaluation Of A Cultural Competency Curriculum In Medical School, Debbie Salas-Lopez, Maria Soto-Greene, Dawne Mouzon, A Davidow, J Reteguiz, C Mclauglin, Ana Natale-Pereira

Debbie Salas-Lopez MD, MPH

No abstract provided.

Australian Medical Assessment Collaboration: From Proof Of Concept To Proof Of Sustainability: Final Report 2014, Daniel Edwards, David Wilkinson

Dr Daniel Edwards

This is the final report for AMAC-2, entitled Australian Medical Assessment Collaboration: from proof of concept to proof of sustainability (OLT project ID12-2482). This project advanced previous work funded by the ALTC and was undertaken from early 2013 to mid 2014. AMAC-2 took the proof of concept achieved through the initial AMAC project with the aim of building an ongoing, sustainable and successful collaboration between medical schools in Australia and New Zealand.

Implementing Common Assessment: Lessons And Models From Amac Developed By The Australian Medical Assessment Collaboration, Daniel Edwards

Dr Daniel Edwards

The aim of this document is to provide insight into the implementation of common assessments in higher education in order to assist in future work on conducting these kinds of projects. The discussion here draws heavily on the AMAC experience, attempting to broaden the learning from this project for use in future collaborations. The focus of this project has been on medical education, and as such, much of the detail is related to this field. However, it is hoped that the general ideas discussed here can be seen as informative for other fields and disciplines in higher education and at …

Written Presentations, Poster Presentations, Abstracts: A Guide, Amy B. Smith Phd, Kristine A. Petre Mls, Cm, Ahip

Kristine A Petre, MLS, CM, AHIP

No abstract provided.

Airway Carts: A Systems-Based Approach To Airway Safety, Bryan Kane, William Bond, Charles Worrilow, David Richardson

Bryan G Kane MD

No abstract provided.

Palliative Medicine Competency Education In Emergency Medicine Residency Training: A Preliminary Report, Chadd K. Kraus Do, Mph, Matthew Meyers Bs, Bryan G. Kane Md, Marna R. Greenberg Do, Mph, Facep

Bryan G Kane MD

No abstract provided.

Palliative Medicine Competency Education In Emergency Medicine Residency Training: A Preliminary Report, Chadd K. Kraus Do, Mph, Matthew Meyers Bs, Bryan G. Kane Md, Marna R. Greenberg Do, Mph, Facep

Marna R Greenberg DO, MPH, FACEP

No abstract provided.

Determining The Quality Of Assessment Items In Collaborations: Aspects To Discuss To Reach Agreement, Lambert Schuwirth, Jacob Pearce

Dr Jacob Pearce

No abstract provided.

On Being An International Medical Educator, Michelle Mclean, Stella Major, Judy Mckimm

Michelle McLean

Hayden's (2006) article on the internationalisation of medical education set out a compelling vision of transnational medical education. A typical scenario would therefore be an international teacher with a class of international students, an international curriculum and instiutional collaboration across national boundaries. In today's shrinking global world of travel and communication, such a scenario is probably not as uncommon as one might imagine.

Medical Educators Working Abroad: A Pilot Study Of Educators' Experiences In The Middle East, Michelle Mclean, Judy Mckimm, Stella Major

Michelle McLean

Medical education is now a global enterprise, with many medical educators working internationally, either for short or longer periods or even permanently. In parallel, many medical schools are now involved in collaborations and partnerships with schools in other countries. With this in mind, we set out to explore what motivates, supports and inhibits medical educators who wish to or might work outside their ‘‘home country’’. This article reports on the pilot stage (in specific organizational contexts in Middle East) of a longitudinal project aimed at canvassing medical educators on a broader global scale, using reflective accounts and a questionnaire survey. …

How We "Breathed Life" Into Problem-Based Learning Cases Using A Mobile Application, Michelle Mclean, Victoria Brazil, Patricia Johnson

Michelle McLean

Background: Problem-based learning (PBL) has been widely adopted in medical education. Learners become bored with paper based cases as they progress through their studies. Aim: To breathe life (i.e. develop virtual patients) into paper-based PBL cases. Methods: The ‘‘patients’’ in paper-based PBL cases in one Year 2 were transformed into virtual patients by simulated patients roleplaying and the videos and associated patient data uploaded to Bond’s Virtual Hospital, a mobile Application. In unsupervised ‘‘clinical teams’’, second-year students undertook ‘‘ward rounds’’ twice a week, prompted by a virtual consultant and registered nurse. Immediately following the ‘‘ward rounds’’, they met with a …

Written Presentations, Poster Presentations, Abstracts: A Guide, Amy B. Smith Phd, Kristine A. Petre Mls, Cm, Ahip

Amy B Smith PhD

No abstract provided.

Protocol For Development Of The Guideline For Reporting Evidence Based Practice Educational Interventions And Teaching (Greet) Statement., Anna Phillips, Lucy Lewis, Maureen Mcevoy, James Galipeau, Paul Glasziou, Marilyn Hammick, David Moher, Julie Tilson, Marie Wilson

Paul Glasziou

Background: There are an increasing number of studies reporting the efficacy of educational strategies to facilitate the development of knowledge and skills underpinning evidence based practice (EBP). To date there is no standardised guideline for describing the teaching, evaluation, context or content of EBP educational strategies. The heterogeneity in the reporting of EBP educational interventions makes comparisons between studies difficult. The aim of this program of research is to develop the Guideline for Reporting EBP Educational interventions and Teaching (GREET) statement and an accompanying explanation and elaboration (E&E) paper. Methods/design. Three stages are planned for the development process. Stage one …

National Emergency Cardiovascular Care Education Models: Where Do We Go From Here?, Richard N. Bradley

Richard N Bradley

The last decade could easily be called the "Renaissance Period" of CPR education. Self-learning, video-mediated instruction, virtual education and many other strategies have been employed, but what is on the horizon? The presenter will discuss challenges in defining the meaning of BLS and ACLS certification and issue a call for a national summit to define the minimum criteria for emergency cardiac care certification.

Student Safety And Patient Violence: The Basic Facts, Kevin J. Black

Kevin J. Black, MD

Mental Health Of University Students: Perspectives For Intervention And Prevention: An Indo-Canadian Collaborative Project, Amresh Srivastava, Rahel Eynan, Ravi Shah, Laxaman Dutt, Shubhangi Parkar, Tss Rao, Dp Giridhar, Rakesh Bhandari, Nagesh Bhandari, Paul Link

Amresh Srivastava

Purpose: The study aimed to determine the levels of psychological distress of university students and examine teachers’ awareness and opinions concerning suicide prevention. Methods: The study used a two-phase, sequential mixed-method approach of converging quantitative and qualitative methodologies. In the quantitative study the 1a2-item General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) was used to measure psychological wellbeing in a student sample ( n=110 ). The qualitative study consisted of a focus group with students (n=200) and faculty members. (n=25). Results: The scores for the sample ranged between 0- 33 with a mean score of 10.25 (SD= 6.14). The majority of respondents (70.6%) endorsed …

Medical Training Using Simulation: Toward Fewer Animals And Safer Patients, Jonathan Balcombe

Jonathan Balcombe, PhD

This paper presents the current status of computer-based simulation in medicine. Recent technological advances have enabled this field to emerge from esoteric explorations in academic laboratories to commercially available simulators designed to train users to perform medical procedures from start to finish. Today, more than a dozen companies are producing virtual reality simulators and interactive manikins for training in endoscopy, laparoscopy, anaesthesia, trauma management, angiography, and needle insertion. For many of these procedures, thousands of animals are still being used in training. Yet simulation has many advantages that can transcend scientific, ethical, economic and logistical problems that arise when using …

Graduate School Of Nursing Papers, 1982 – 2010: A Finding Aid, Kristine M. Reinhard

Kristine M. Sjostedt

The Graduate School of Nursing Papers documents the establishment of the Graduate School of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, and chronicles its early history and development.

Robert E. Tranquada Papers, 1979-2009: A Finding Aid, Kristine M. Reinhard

Kristine M. Sjostedt

The Robert E. Tranquada Papers chronicle Tranquada’s role as Chancellor and Dean of the University of Massachusetts Medical School.

H. Brownell Wheeler Papers, 1961 – 2009: A Finding Aid, Kristine M. Reinhard

Kristine M. Sjostedt

The H. Brownell Wheeler Papers document the early history of the University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS) and University Hospital, collectively known as University of Massachusetts Medical Center (UMMC). This collection also chronicles Dr. Wheeler’s career as a vascular surgeon, educator, administrator, end-of-life care advocate, and inventor. Also included in this collection are materials related to Dr. Wheeler’s personal life including his interest in travel and wood sculpting.

Samuel Thompson Papers, 1974 – 1982: A Finding Aid, Kristine M. Reinhard

Kristine M. Sjostedt

The Samuel Thompson Papers chronicle the career of Samuel Thompson, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor for Community Relations, Planning and Development and Associate Dean for Administration and Finance at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.

Sdot Faculty And Resident Training Study, Kevin Weaver Do, Kathleen E. Kane Md, Gavin Barr Jr. Md, Allison Raines Do, Nicole L. Bendock Do, Brian M. Berry Do, Gregory Smeriglio Jr, Do, Bruce C. Stouch Phd, Dawn M. Yenser, Bryan G. Kane Md

Kathleen E Kane MD

No abstract provided.

The Residency Cpc As A Means Of Faculty Development, Kathleen E. Kane Md, Kevin R. Weaver Do, Gavin C. Barr Jr. Md, Amy B. Smith Phd, Andrew C. Miller Do, Charles C. Worrilow Md, Terrence E. Goyke Do, Dawn M. Yenser, Bryan G. Kane Md

Kathleen E Kane MD

No abstract provided.