Top 6 Free Video CME

Learning

There is a plethora of continuing medical education (CME) activities out there, with thousands of educators providing tens of thousands of courses, articles, and conferences every year.  However, in this sea of CME, there is a paucity of quality, video CME activities.  Because people are often better learners when more senses are stimulated, video CME is a great way to learn and retain information.  With audio-visual learning, people are more likely to remember things – rather than reading articles or going through slides.  While CME requirements don’t exactly correspond to better healthcare outcomes, the overall mission of CME is to ensure that healthcare practitioners (such as yourself) are constantly learning and improving.  With video CME, there’s a better chance of retaining information – why not take it?

Convenience

Video CME is also very convenient for those with hectic schedules.  The convenience aspect is important, because the large CME conferences also utilize audio-visual learning, but can be a pain to attend.  With video CME, if you want to take a short break, you can resume where you left off without the fear of possibly missing out on some important information.  When you complete the CME, you are sent a certificate via email, which is much more expedient than being mailed certificates to your office or home.  This saves you the time of hunting down certificates for reporting your CE credits – a process which can be eliminated completely if you sign up for CE App’s premium CE certificate tracking service.

So while Netflix’s Stranger Things is deserving of a binge watch, sprinkle in the occasional study break – in this case, a break where you study – and learn in an easy, convenient and most importantly, effective way.

The following 6 free video CME activities are our users’ favorites:

1. Diabetes Full Circle: Digesting New Data on Combination Therapy and Cardiovascular Risk

The prevalence of diabetes continues to increase. It is, therefore, necessary for physicians to have knowledge of current recommendations for glycemic goals, and to apply the treatment algorithms published by relevant researchers in their field.

When completed, this activity is redeemable for 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

1. Cardiovascular Event Reduction: A Closer Look at Secondary Prevention in 2015

The prevention of thrombotic cardiovascular disease – the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States – is crucial, as this condition results in an average of 1 death every 40 seconds. In this CME activity, leading experts discuss the safety, efficacy, and rationale for the use of antiplatelet agents in high-risk patients.

When completed, this activity is redeemable for 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

1. Sleep for Inpatients: Empowering Staff to Act

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to describe the importance of proper sleep for hospitalized patients, screen and refer hospitalized patients who are at high risk for sleep disorders, and evaluate methods to optimize sleep for hospitalized patients.

When completed, this activity is redeemable for 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

1. Practical Business for the Private Practice

This is a 131-minute online video series for physicians and their support staff on real-world business education.  When running or establishing a private practice, it is essential for physicians to understand their role extends beyond clinician to business owner and/or entrepreneur.  This activity allows physicians to be able to effectively identify their brand or product, recruit and manage staff, market or advertise, and understand the intricacies of the 3^rd party payer system.

When completed this activity is redeemable for 2.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

1. Acute Heart Failure: Current Practices, Ongoing Challenges, and Future Direction

Each year, more than 1 million individuals are hospitalized for heart failure (HF). Within the spectrum of HF, acute heart failure (AHF) represents a distinct challenge to clinicians. Diagnosis of AHF is often delayed because of the complex characteristics of the condition. This activity will outline strategies for optimal diagnosis and management of this disease.

When completed, this activity is redeemable for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

1. Opening the Window of Time in Stroke Therapy: New Evidence for the Emergency Department

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports an annual 130,000 stroke-related fatalities in the United States alone. Stroke is the cause of 1 in every 19 deaths and contributes heavily to national economic burden and patient disability. Management is time-sensitive. During this activity, leading clinicians will evaluate treatment guidelines for stroke management.

When completed, this activity is redeemable for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

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