Practice-based Learning and Improvement

Course Overview

Practice-based learning and improvement refers to a physician's ability to continuously improve patient care based on self-evaluation while developing habits and skills for lifelong learning. Quality improvement, use of technology, reflection, and assimilating evidence from scientific studies are among the elements of practice-based learning and improvement as identified by the ACGME. This model includes the ACGME's 5-step approach to employing these elements as identified by the ACGME.

Learning Objectives

• Assess the value of reflection when assimilating new medical information and making treatment decisions
• Evaluate the medical literature effectively
• Differentiate methods and modalities of learning
• Review different learning styles and how best to apply them in practice-based learning and improvement