Publication
Title
Involving general practice trainees in clinical practice guideline adaptation
Author
Abstract
Background It is unclear whether it is feasible to involve residents in guideline development or adaptation. We designed a multifaceted training program that combines training sessions, a handbook and a documentation tool to assist general practice (GP)-trainees in the adaptation of clinical practice guidelines (CPGs). The aim of this study is to adapt a database of CPGs by involving GP-trainees and to build evidence-based practice (EBP) learning capacity. Methods We assessed each adaptation process and surveyed all GP-trainees who enrolled in our training program on their views on the program. They were asked to formulate an overall rating for the training and were asked to rate individual aspects of the training program (the training sessions, the handbook and the documentation tool). Results To date, 122 GP-trainees followed the training and have adapted 60 different CPGs. Overall quality of their work was good. Based on an assessment of the content of the documentation tool, 24 (40%) adapted CPGs rated as good quality and 30 (50%) rated as moderate quality. Only 3 adapted CPGs (5%) were evaluated as being of poor quality. 51 (42%) GP-trainees completed the survey on user satisfaction. 98% (50) of the GP-trainees found the training to be of good overall quality. 86% of the GP-trainees were satisfied with the handbook but satisfaction was lowest for the documentation tool (47% satisfied). Conclusion It is possible to engage GP-trainees in CPG adaptation using a formal process when provided with training, feedback and documentation tools.
Language
English
Source (journal)
BMC medical education. - London
Publication
London : 2018
ISSN
1472-6920
DOI
10.1186/S12909-018-1252-9
Volume/pages
18 (2018) , 9 p.
Article Reference
148
ISI
000436172700002
Pubmed ID
29929504
Medium
E-only publicatie
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Research group
Project info
Contentual coordination for the Working Group development of primary care guidelines as well as the development of a team of expertise for the Working Group.
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Affiliation
Publications with a UAntwerp address
External links
Web of Science
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Creation 24.07.2018
Last edited 09.10.2023
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