BACKGROUND: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) still has a relatively high complication rate, underscoring the importance of high-quality training. Despite existing guidelines, real-world data on training conditions remain limited. This pan-European survey aims to systematically explore the perceptions surrounding ERCP training. METHODS: A survey was distributed through the friends of United European Gastroenterology (UEG) Young Talent Group network to physicians working in a UEG member or associated states who regularly performed ERCPs. RESULTS: Of 1035 respondents from 35 countries, 649 were eligible for analysis: 228 trainees, 225 trainers, and 196 individuals who regularly performed ERCP but were neither trainees nor trainers. The mean age was 43 years, with 72.1% identifying as male, 27.6% as female, and 0.3% as non-binary. The majority (80.1%) agreed that a structured training regimen is desirable. However, only 13.7% of trainees and 28.4% of trainers reported having such a structured program in their institutions. Most respondents (79.7%) supported the concept of concentrating training in centers meeting specific quality metrics, with 64.1% suggesting a threshold of 200 annual ERCPs as a prerequisite. This threshold revealed that 36.4% of trainees pursued training in lower-volume centers performing <200 ERCPs annually. As many as 70.1% of trainees performed <50 annual ERCPs, whereas only 5.0% of trainers performed <50 ERCPs annually. A low individual trainee caseload (<50 ERCPs annually) was more common in lower-volume centers than in higher-volume centers (82.9% vs. 63.4%). CONCLUSIONS: The first pan-European survey investigating ERCP training conditions reveals strong support for structured training and the concentration of training efforts within centers meeting specific quality metrics. Furthermore, this survey exposes the low availability of structured training programs with many trainees practicing at lower-volume centers and 71% of all trainees having little hands-on exposure. These data should motivate to standardize ERCP training conditions further and ultimately improve patient care throughout Europe.
- MeSH
- Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde * standards adverse effects MeSH
- Adult MeSH
- Gastroenterology * education MeSH
- Clinical Competence standards MeSH
- Middle Aged MeSH
- Humans MeSH
- Surveys and Questionnaires statistics & numerical data MeSH
- Education, Medical, Graduate * standards methods MeSH
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- Adult MeSH
- Middle Aged MeSH
- Humans MeSH
- Male MeSH
- Female MeSH
- Publication type
- Journal Article MeSH
- Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't MeSH
- Geographicals
- Europe MeSH
INTRODUCTION: Current trends in the addiction field reflect a significant emphasis on the workforce development and education. There are already some data about university-based addiction studies programs, but not much from Australasia. METHODS: The aim is to provide an overview and describe the academic programs for addiction professionals in Australia and Aotearoa NZ. The research was conducted in 2017 and updated in 2023. Firstly, university websites were searched using pre-defined keywords, followed by a content analysis of the identified programs. The data were analysed and interpreted by using descriptive statistics. RESULTS: We found 21 universities in Australia (13) and Aotearoa NZ (8) where 46 single programs are provided. There are three bachelor programs, nine masters, and the majority of degrees include (post)graduate certificates and diplomas. No doctorate programs are identified. The taught courses provide comprehensive coverage of the addiction field topics. Twelve programs state clearly that there is clinical practice/internship included. Application to most programs requires completion of a relevant degree and in some cases possible clinical experience. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: In comparison to educational options in other regions, we observe a trend towards preparing university graduates for the workforce, thereby expanding the range of programs at lower levels. Most programs possibly represent clinically oriented education primarily specialising in addictions, and graduate programs in addictions for professionals with other disciplinary bases. Great emphasis is given to the quality standards of education, and also to relationship between education and labour market. Findings help opening opportunities to collaborate globally.
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- Humans MeSH
- Behavior, Addictive epidemiology MeSH
- Substance-Related Disorders * epidemiology MeSH
- Universities MeSH
- Check Tag
- Humans MeSH
- Publication type
- Journal Article MeSH
- Review MeSH
- Geographicals
- Australia MeSH
- New Zealand MeSH
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the role of clinical exchange programs in postgraduate obgyn training using the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO)-World Association of Trainees in Obstetrics and Gynecology (WATOG) One World Exchange (OWE), a clinical exchange program held in France in October 2023, as a case-study. METHODS: This was a cross-sectional study. A 31-item structured questionnaire designed with Google Forms was electronically distributed to the 51 obgyn postgraduate trainees (OWE fellows) who participated in the OWE, to collect information about the exchange. Collected data was analyzed using IBM Statistical Product and Service Solutions (SPSS) Statistics for Windows. RESULTS: The survey response rate was 68.6%. The mean age of the respondents was 33.0 ± 4.0 years. Majority of the them were females (26, 74.3%), married (19, 54.3%), at least in their third year of training (30, 85.7%) and from Africa (11, 31.4%). During the period of the exchange program, fellows observed various obstetric and gynecologic procedures, including open and minimal access procedures, with more than one-fifth (8, 22.9%) of them reporting that they were allowed to assist in some of these procedures. The fellows noted salient differences in practice between their exchange hospitals and their home countries. An overwhelming majority (30, 85.7%) of the fellows believed the OWE was beneficial and would positively impact their clinical practices back in their home countries. CONCLUSION: Clinical exchange programs like the OWE provide valuable benefits in improving the clinical knowledge and skills of postgraduate obgyn trainees.
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- Adult MeSH
- Gynecology * education MeSH
- Humans MeSH
- International Educational Exchange * MeSH
- Obstetrics * education MeSH
- Cross-Sectional Studies MeSH
- Surveys and Questionnaires MeSH
- Societies, Medical MeSH
- Education, Medical, Graduate * methods MeSH
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- Adult MeSH
- Humans MeSH
- Male MeSH
- Female MeSH
- Publication type
- Journal Article MeSH
- Geographicals
- France MeSH
This conceptual study introduces the "virtual waiting room," an innovative, interactive, web-based platform designed to enhance the waiting experience in oncology by providing personalized, educational, and supportive content. Central to our study is the implementation of the circular entry model, which allows for non-linear navigation of health information, empowering patients to access content based on their immediate needs and interests. This approach respects the individual journeys of patients, acknowledging the diverse pathways through which they seek understanding and manage their health. The virtual waiting room is designed not only to support patients but also to facilitate stronger communication and shared understanding between patients, caregivers, and families. By providing a shared digital space, the platform enables caregivers and family members to access the same information and resources, thereby promoting transparency and collective knowledge. This shared access is crucial in managing the emotional complexities of oncology care, where effective communication can significantly impact treatment outcomes and patient well-being. Furthermore, the study explores how the circular entry model within the virtual waiting room can enhance patient autonomy and engagement by offering customized interactions based on user feedback and preferences. This personalized approach aims to reduce anxiety, improve health literacy, and prepare patients more effectively for clinical interactions. By transforming passive waiting into active engagement, the virtual waiting room turns waiting time into a meaningful, informative period that supports both the psychological and informational needs of patients and their support networks.
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- Communication MeSH
- Medical Oncology * MeSH
- Humans MeSH
- Neoplasms * psychology therapy MeSH
- Narration MeSH
- Patient Education as Topic MeSH
- Health Literacy MeSH
- Check Tag
- Humans MeSH
- Publication type
- Journal Article MeSH
Tento článek se zaměřuje na zkušenosti získané ze zahraniční stáže během ošetřovatelské praxe. Popisuje nejen přípravu a průběh stáže, ale také nabízí pohled na finský systém zdravotní péče, který podporuje digitalizaci a modernizaci. Dalšími tématy jsou pracovní podmínky sester a konkrétní návrhy na zlepšení českého zdravotnictví inspirované finským přístupem.
This article focuses on the experience gained during a nursing internship abroad. It describes not only the preparation and the course of the internship, but also offers insights into the Finnish healthcare system that supports digitalization and modernization. Other topics include the working conditions of nurses and concrete suggestions for improving the Czech healthcare system, inspired by the Finnish approach.
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- Digital Technology MeSH
- Clinical Competence MeSH
- Monitoring, Physiologic MeSH
- Salaries and Fringe Benefits MeSH
- Professional Practice MeSH
- Nursing Care MeSH
- Food Service, Hospital MeSH
- Education, Nursing MeSH
- Health Care Quality, Access, and Evaluation MeSH
- Nurses MeSH
- Geographicals
- Finland MeSH
Závěrečná práce NCO NZO
1 svazek : tabulky, grafy ; 30 cm
- Keywords
- adaptační proces,
- MeSH
- Adaptation, Psychological MeSH
- Laboratories, Clinical organization & administration MeSH
- Laboratories, Hospital organization & administration MeSH
- Mentoring MeSH
- Helping Behavior MeSH
- Laboratory Personnel MeSH
- Surveys and Questionnaires MeSH
- Conspectus
- Patologie. Klinická medicína
- NML Publication type
- závěrečné práce
