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The article focuses on a study which analyzes the impact of performance-improvement (PI)-based continuing medical education (CME) on the clinical care and outcomes of patients with type 2 diabetes in the U.S. Results suggest that self-assessment, improvement planning, implementation based on review of one's own data, and reassessment of the success of the improvement plan contribute to improvements in patient health. It also cites the benefits of clinicians from the PI-CME.

Examines the impact of residency training on physicians' attitudes toward AIDS. Analysis of cohorts of surgeons training in the same six residency programs; Willingness to treat people with AIDS; Concern about exposure to HIV; Perceived benefits of treating AIDS.

Abstract: Challenges exist in the diagnosis and treatment of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Early clinical presentation can be subtle, accurate classification requires careful consideration of pathologic features and cytogenetics, and treatment options vary based on disease severity. A performance improvement (PI) continuing medical education initiative was developed to strengthen physician practices and improve the quality of MDS patient care. Physician participants demonstrated significant gains in the diagnosis and classification of MDS and in the documentation of erythropoietin levels. Improvements related to patient communication and disease education were also observed and support the overall efficacy and value of PI in MDS patient care. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]