[Medical technology and medical education].
The education of medical professionals is divided into medical studies, postgraduate training leading to the qualification as a specialist, and continuing professional development. During education, all scientific knowledge and practical skills are to be acquired, which enable the physician to practice responsibly in a specialized medical area. In the present article, relevant curricula are analyzed regarding the consideration of medical device-related topics, as the clinical application of medical technology has reached a central position in modern patient care. Due to the enormous scientific and technical progress, this area has become as important as pharmacotherapy. Our evaluation shows that medical device-related topics are currently underrepresented in the course of medical education and training and should be given greater consideration in all areas of medical education. Possible solutions are presented.
von Mallek
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Abteilung Medizinprodukte und Radionuklidlabor, Bundesinstitut für Arzneimittel und Medizinprodukte, Bonn, Deutschland. poststelle@bfarm.de
Biersack
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Mull
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Wilhelm
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Heinz
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Mellert
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D020811:Biomedical Technology / Q000193:education*; D002983:Clinical Competence; D003479:Curriculum / Q000639:trends; D004358:Drug Therapy; D004501:Education, Medical / Q000639:trends*; D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing / Q000639:trends*; D004503:Education, Medical, Graduate / Q000639:trends*; D004864:Equipment and Supplies; D005858:Germany; D006801:Humans; D019300:Medical Errors / Q000517:prevention & control; D009937:Organizational Objectives