Library guides: ANZCA & FPM CPD program: Knowledge & skills

Guide index

Staying current: Library and CPD webinar (24 June 2020)

The Library, in conjunction with CPD hosted a webinar originally planned for the 2020 ASM: Staying Current: ANZCA Library resources for CPD.

This webinar looks at everything you’d like to know about CPD and the wide range of library resources available to fellows via the ANZCA Library. Special attention will also be given to online resources in consideration of COVID-19.

A recording of the webinar held on the Thursday 25 June 2020, is now available via Networks. The recording runs for 67 minutes and credit can be claimed for CPD purposes.

Journals reading

Read specialist journalsonline
Browse the entire library journal collection
Keep up-to-date with your readings using the Read by QxMD app
Request an article not available online through the ANZCA Library
Learn more about Keeping current

More information available here [college website]

CPD Credit: CPD participants may claim this under Knowledge and skills ‘Journal readings’ activity at 1 credit per hour.

Evaluation of Open Access Websites for Anesthesia Education

Evans FM, et al. Evaluation of Open Access Websites for Anesthesia Education [epub ahead of print, 2022 Aug 18]. Anesth Analg. 2022;10.1213/ANE.0000000000006183.
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Abstract
Background: While the prevalence of free, open access medical education resources for health professionals has expanded over the past 10 years, many educational resources for health care professionals are not publicly available or require fees for access. This lack of open access creates global inequities in the availability and sharing of information and may have the most significant impact on health care providers with the greatest need. The extent of open access online educational websites aimed for clinicians and trainees in anesthesiology worldwide is unknown. In this study, we aimed to identify and evaluate the quality of websites designed to provide open access educational resources for anesthesia trainees and clinicians.

Methods: A PubMed search of articles published between 2009 and 2020, and a Startpage search engine web search was conducted in May 2021 to identify websites using the following inclusion criteria: (1) contain educational content relevant for anesthesia providers or trainees, (2) offer content free of charge, and (3) are written in the English language. Websites were each scored by 2 independent reviewers using a website quality evaluation tool with previous validity evidence that was modified for anesthesia (the Anesthesia Medical Education Website Quality Evaluation Tool).

Results: Seventy-five articles and 175 websites were identified; 37 websites met inclusion criteria. The most common types of educational content contained in the websites included videos (66%, 25/37), text-based resources (51%, 19/37), podcasts (35%, 13/37), and interactive learning resources (32%, 12/37). Few websites described an editorial review process (24%, 9/37) or included opportunities for active engagement or interaction by learners (30%,11/37). Scores by tertile differed significantly across multiple domains, including disclosure of author/webmaster/website institution; description of an editorial review process; relevancy to residents, fellows, and faculty; comprehensiveness; accuracy; disclosure of content creation or revision; ease of access to information; interactivity; clear and professional presentation of information; and links to external information.

Conclusions: We found 37 open access websites for anesthesia education available on the Internet. Many of these websites may serve as a valuable resource for anesthesia clinicians looking for self-directed learning resources and for educators seeking to curate resources into thoughtfully integrated learning experiences. Ongoing efforts are needed to expand the number and improve the existing open access websites, especially with interactivity, to support the education and training of anesthesia providers in even the most resource-limited areas of the world. Our findings may provide recommendations for those educators and organizations seeking to fill this needed gap to create new high-quality educational websites.

CPD Credit: CPD participants may claim this under Knowledge and skills ‘Journal readings’ activity at 1 credit per hour.

Transgender and Gender Nonconforming (TGNC) Essentials (online course)

The Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Essentials free online course provides medical professionals the opportunity to identify knowledge deficits and learn how to provide culturally appropriate care to their transgender and gender nonconforming (TGNC) patients in their practice.

This foundational module covers essential terminology, myths and misconceptions about TGNC people, gender neutral language, and best practices for medical sites to create an affirming environment of care for TGNC patients. In addition, it provides opportunities for practical skill development, including practicing using gender appropriate pronouns, reflecting on cultural assumptions, and planning strategies to incorporate into work processes and procedures.

This online course covers USA specific information.

Access the course here.

CPD Credit: CPD participants may claim this under Knowledge and skills ‘Learning sessions’ activity at 1 credit per hour.

All Pregnant People: Trans Birth for Birthworkers (online course)

This online course provides essential module to prepare birthworkers of all types to offer meaningful, effective support to your trans, non-binary, and gender nonconforming patients.

Access the course here

CPD Credit: CPD participants may claim this under Knowledge and skills ‘Learning sessions’ activity at 1 credit per hour.

Learning sessions - “Spinal Anaesthesia”

This eLearning teaching and training resource provides practical and theoretical information on performing and managing spinal anaesthesia for anaesthesia providers. It is intended to be a supplement to face to face teaching and must not be considered a substitute for high quality clinical instruction. The course is best viewed on a laptop or desktop computer rather than a phone and will take approximately 3-4 hours to complete.

ldquo;Spinal Anaesthesia” – an eLearning course for anaesthesia providers

Note: Click on the link above to access the online course. You will need to click at the bottom “Sign up for free”.

Spinal Anesthesia flyer

CPD Credit: CPD participants may claim this under Knowledge and skills ‘Learning sessions’ activity at 1 credit per hour. .

Publication of a manuscript in a peer-reviewed journal or book chapter

Learn more about citing and publishing

More information available here

CPD Credit: CPD participants who complete a Knowledge and skills ‘Publication’ activity may claim 10 credits per publication or chapter.

Short course, workshops, problem-based learning discussions and small group discussion

Check out the Courses tab of Keeping Current library guide

More information available here [college website]

CPD Credit: CPD participants should check the specific CPD credit note listed in each section.

Presenting at regional/national/ international conferences/meetings

Search the library databases
Embed images into presentations

More information available here [college website]

CPD Credit: CPD participants who complete a Knowledge and skills ‘Presenting’ activity may claim 10 credits per presentation.

Teaching including preparing and delivery of education session

Access resources for teaching

More information available here [college website]

CPD Credit: CPD participants who complete a Knowledge and skills ‘Teaching’ activity may claim 1 credit per hour.

Grant proposals and trails

Learn more about undertaking research
Follow other Fellow research

More information available here [college website]

CPD Credit: CPD participants who complete a Knowledge and skills ‘Grant proposals’ activity may claim 1 credit per hour.

Wellbeing CPD education sessions

Access ANZCA Wellbeing library guide

More information available here [college website]

CPD Credit: CPD participants who complete a Knowledge and skills ‘Wellbeing CPD education sessions’ activity may claim 1 credit per hour.

RANZCOG Endometriosis eLearning Module

Many women with endometriosis require the attention of multidisciplinary teams, and especially for those with chronic pelvic pain, the expertise of a Pain Specialist.

The RANZCOG Endometriosis eLearning Module provides comprehensive coverage of endometriosis symptoms, management, and the whole-person patient care pathway. With an estimated 700,000 or more Australians with endometriosis, and delay from onset to diagnosis of 7 to 12 years, this free resource aims to improve time to diagnosis and effective management for better patient outcomes for all Pain Specialists with an interest in women’s health.

RANZCOG Endometriosis eLearning Module

CPD Credit: CPD participants may claim this under Knowledge and skills ‘Learning sessions’ activity at 1 credit per hour.

Want to learn more about the ANZCA & FPM CPD program? Try the ANZCA & FPM CPD Program webpage

Looking for a complete list of CPD activities and where to complete them? Try the CPD program requirements page.

Trying to keep up-to-date? Try our Keeping Current guide.

Want to test your knowledge? Check out our Self-assessment Tools guide.

COVID-19 Lung Ultrasound Training

This online module, developed by the University of Melbourne, is available as a paid course:

COVID-19 Lung Ultrasound

CPD Credit: CPD participants may claim online learning under Knowledge and skills ‘Learning sessions’ activity at 1 credit per hour.

Global development work

Check out the Global Development library guide

More information available here

CPD Credit: CPD participants who complete a Knowledge and skills ‘Overseas aid work’ activity may claim 1 credit per hour.

Audio-Digest (Audio lectures)

Keep up-to-date on the latest anaesthesia and pain medicine research and practice, in your car, office, home, gym or while travelling.

Audio-Digest provides instant online and mobile access to 371 accredited audio lectures and board reviews presented by experts from leading institutions, bringing clinicians a convenient continuing medical education (CME/CE) experience.

Each lecture includes:
- Objectives and accreditation information
- Pre-test questions (and answers)
- Written summary and readings
- Post-test questions (and answers)
- Evaluation form
Automatically synchronises your progress across your computer and your smart device
A mobile app is available for Apple iOS and Android

See our dedicated Audio-Digest guide for further information including full access details.

CPD Credit (Podcasts): CPD participants may claim this under Knowledge and skills ‘Learning sessions’ activity at 1 credit per hour. Use the My Transcript feature to track completed activities.

Other Resources

AnaesthesiaUK is an educational site with training resources for anaesthetic professionals.

AnaesthesiaUK

CPD Credit: CPD participants may claim this under Knowledge and skills ‘Learning sessions’ activity at 1 credit per hour.

Anaesthesia Tutorial of the Week (ATOTW)

An online educational resource from the World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists (WFSA) which aims to support anaesthesia training throughout the world, particularly in areas where access to journals and learning materials is limited.

As a result of his personal experience, Martin Bromiley founded the Clinical Human Factors Group in 2007. This group brings together experts, clinicians and enthusiasts who have an interest in placing the understanding of human factors at the heart of improving patient safety.

Clinical Human Factors Group (CHFG)