Global Application of Disorders of Sex Development-Related Electronic Resources: e-Learning, e-Consultation and e-Information Sharing.

Global Application of Disorders of Sex Development-Related Electronic Resources: e-Learning, e-Consultation and e-Information Sharing. Endocr Dev. 2014;27:268-83 Authors: Muscarella M, Kranenburg-van Koppen L, Grijpink-van den Biggelaar K, Drop SL Abstract The past 20 years have seen proliferation of electronic (e) resources that promote improved understanding of disorders of sex development (DSD): e-learning for physicians and trainees, e-consultation between clinicians, and e-information for families and affected individuals. Recent e-learning advances have emerged from the European Society for Pediatric Endocrinology's online learning portal for current physicians and trainees. Developed with attention to developing clinical competencies incorporating learning theory, and presenting material that represents international best practice, this e-learning portal offers advances in training, making information more accessible for clinicians and trainees. Multiple levels of instruction, authentic case examples, collaborative forums for physicians and trainees, individualized feedback and user-friendly tools represent advances in trainee and physician learning that can take place in any location. e-consultation is an emerging tool that aims to connect physicians with specialists experienced in DSD care. Although it faces logistical challenges, e-consultation carries the potential to improve DSD care, especially in remote areas with limit...
Source: Endocrine Development - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Tags: Endocr Dev Source Type: research