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The Annals of Pharmacotherapy: Vol. 37, No. 12, pp. 1785-1788. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D165
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EDUCATION

Assessment of Web-Based Applications for Ambulatory Care Rotations

Sara J Klockars, PharmD

Family Medicine Specialty Resident, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC

Melissa M Blair, PharmD BCPS CDE

Coordinator, Pharmacotherapy Clinic, Department of Pharmacy Services; Clinical Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Medical University of South Carolina

Jennifer N Mazur, PharmD CDE

Clinical Specialist, Ambulatory Care Internal Medicine, Department of Pharmacy Services; Clinical Assistant Professor, Pharmacy Practice, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Medical University of South Carolina

Kelly R Ragucci, PharmD BCPS CDE

Assistant Professor, Pharmacy Practice/Family Medicine, Departments of Pharmacy Practice and Family Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina

Joli Fermo, PharmD BCPS CDE BC-ADM

Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice, Department of Pharmacy Practice; Clinical Coordinator, Ambulatory Care, Medical University of South Carolina

Reprints: Melissa M Blair PharmD BCPS CDE, Department of Pharmacy Services, 150 Ashley Ave., Rm. 304, PO Box 250584, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29425-0810, FAX 843/792-0566, blairmm{at}musc.edu

BACKGROUND: An interactive Web site was developed to supplement ambulatory care clinical rotations, optimize collaborative efforts of ambulatory care preceptors, and standardize the educational and evaluation experience.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate perceptions of residents and students using an interactive Web site for ambulatory care clinical pharmacy rotations.

METHODS: An online anonymous survey comprised of 12 questions using a 5-point Likert scale (1–5, strongly disagree–strongly agree) and 4 open-ended questions was designed. Over a 3-year time frame, each student and resident rotating through the ambulatory care clinical rotation was instructed to complete the survey at the end of the rotation experience. Survey results were compiled and analyzed.

RESULTS: Sixty-nine percent (18/26) of residents and 71% (54/76) of students completed the survey. Overall, the Web site was well accepted by all learners. Residents and students differed in opinion on a few aspects of the Web site; however, both appreciated the ease of accessibility and links to additional resources. Inoperable links and outdated quizzes were identified as major weaknesses.

CONCLUSIONS: Perceptions of an interactive Web site used during ambulatory care clinical rotations were positive. The survey results reinforce the continued use of this teaching method and will enable preceptors to make appropriate adjustments for future learners.

Key Words: ambulatory care, education, Internet

Published Online, October 2, 2003. www.theannals.com, DOI 10.1345/aph.1D165




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