Original Article
Results of a national needs assessment for continuing medical education of family
physicians related to erectile dysfunction and/or male sexual dysfunction
Author(s): Richard A Ward, Pierre Raiche and Herta M Fidler*
BACKGROUND: Family physicians are the first point of contact for men who are experiencing erectile dysfunction (ED) and andropause. At the same time, most patients with ED are not identified or treated by health care professionals. This can result in under-recognition and inadequate management of sexual health pathology. OBJECTIVES: The present study undertook to identify Canadian primary care physicians’ demographics, learning needs and preferences for continuing medical education in relation to ED. The results would aid in the development of educational programs in the area of male sexual dysfunction. METHODS: Surveys were distributed to a stratified, proportionate, random sample of 5000 Canadian physicians. The survey asked about screening practices, comfort with sexual history taking, preferred educational format, perceived difficulty and inciden.. Read More»
DOI:
10.4172/1488-5069.1000033
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