LEARNING PREFERENCES; TEACHING MEDICAL FACULTY

4 ORIGINAL PROF-2834 ABSTRACT: Introduction: This study has focused to know the learning preferences among faculty considering different methodologies and considering about CME to improve healthcare. Objectives: To identify the gaps in knowledge regarding CME in medical faculty of Lahore and to see the awareness of the CME among them. Study Design: This is a cross-sectional study of medical faculty in Lahore. Settings: Three hospitals in Lahore are included from both private/ public sectors. Period: It was conducted over a period of 2 months from JULY, 2014 to August, 2014 Methods: A questionnaire comprising of 21 questions was distributed at random for data collection among doctors having done post graduation. Results: Most of the faculty members who attended CME found it as useful tool for improving the knowledge and techniques for better patient care. Conclusions: Majority teachers are not interested in CME and do not participate and ask for some incentives.