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Continuing professional development in the COVID-19 era: evolution of the Pegasus Health Small Group model.
Bidwell, Susan; Kennedy, Louise; Burke, Marie; Collier, Linda; Hudson, Ben.
  • Bidwell S; Clinical Quality and Education Pegasus Health Charitable, 401 Madras Street, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand.
  • Kennedy L; Clinical Quality and Education Pegasus Health Charitable, 401 Madras Street, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand.
  • Burke M; Clinical Quality and Education Pegasus Health Charitable, 401 Madras Street, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand.
  • Collier L; Clinical Quality and Education Pegasus Health Charitable, 401 Madras Street, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand.
  • Hudson B; Department of General Practice, University of Otago Christchurch, 14 Gloucester Street, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand.
J Prim Health Care ; 14(3): 268-272, 2022 09.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1972757
ABSTRACT
Background and context This paper outlines the process of moving a continuing education programme for primary healthcare professionals from a fully in-person model to fully online so it could continue during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) lockdowns. The programme uses a peer-led Small Group model with the leader facilitating interactive discussion based on background content researched by a team from Pegasus Health. Assessment of problem When the COVID-19 restrictions were implemented in March 2020, the usual in-person Small Group meetings could not continue. Rather than allowing the programme to lapse, a new format was needed. Strategies for improvement In response, the Pegasus Health team transitioned the programme to an eSmall Group model using Zoom. Training packages were developed and disseminated online and the interactive, real-time nature of the programme retained. eSmall Groups began in May and were evaluated late in 2020. Results The online format was strongly supported, though some attendees missed the collegiality of meeting in-person. From 2021, attendees could opt for either online, in-person, or a summer/winter split between in-person and online. The ability to return to fully online was retained, allowing a seamless transition during the periods of further restrictions that followed in 2021-22. Lessons learnt The Small Group model has evolved to a multi-format programme that suits individual preferences, but can respond to pandemic or emergency situations if needed. It continues to have a high level of engagement among primary healthcare professionals.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: COVID-19 Type of study: Experimental Studies / Observational study / Randomized controlled trials Limits: Humans Language: English Journal: J Prim Health Care Year: 2022 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: HC21145

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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: COVID-19 Type of study: Experimental Studies / Observational study / Randomized controlled trials Limits: Humans Language: English Journal: J Prim Health Care Year: 2022 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: HC21145