The International Institute for Science, Technology and Education (IISTE)
Abstract
Tremendous advances are taking place in the field of medical sciences, continuously changing the concept, approach to management and the outcome of several diseases. Maintenance of professional competence remains an exercise of lifelong learning and an essential requirement for evidence - based medical practice. This is in essence the concept of Continuing Medical Education (CME). Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DMIMS) is established as Deemed University (DU) in 2005. Since then CME has been a regular experience. To augment the efficacy of these activities University Center named “Center for Health Professionals Education and Research” (CHPER) identified 10 areas to attain the desirable outcome of CME activities held at DMIMS (DU). It offers a simplified and more rational approach to credit based CMEs and accordingly recommendations and actionable strategies are planned. Keywords: Continuing Medical Education, Accreditation, Deemed Universit
