Continuing medical education by satellite: implications for oncology education

The need for rapid dissemination of medical information is linked with the requirement for training and career grade doctors to be up-to-date with the ir knowledge. Over 220 sites in Europe receive EuroTransMed oncology progra mmes, during the academic terms. The non-profit, foundation brings together expert panels, providing the latest evidence for best practice. Viewers:ar e able to interact during the programme with the panel members using phone, fax, ISDN and e-mail. Increasing use of telematics has helped in the devel opment of this important quality learning initiative for doctors in Europe, and addressed the continuing education need of oncology health professiona ls.