Testing, testing 1, 2, 3 - Rational pathology testing in general practice

Introducing 'Testing, testing 1, 2, 3', a multi-format educational program designed to support GPs to use pathology tests more effectively, and reduce the harms of non-rational test ordering. Go to the education activities.  The education is bought to you through the Quality Use of Pathology Program (QUPP) Australia.

Aims

The aims of the program are to:

• Educate GPs on the range of influences on test ordering behaviour.

• Reinforce the potential costs, adverse effects and harms of inappropriate test ordering.

• Support GPs to apply strategies for rational use of pathology tests in clinical practice.

Format

'Testing, testing 1, 2, 3' is a multimedia education program including a variety of activities.

• Clinical opals - case based blogs (1/2 hour reading)

• Podcasts on The Check-Up

• Strategies for rational test ordering (quick reference guide)

• Rational use of specific pathology tests (quick reference guide)

The self paced e-learning, webinars and mini audit activities are closed to new enrolments. 

Audience

The education is targeted at GPs, medical educators, GP supervisors and GP registrars. It is also suitable for eligible nurse practitioners.

Project Funding

This education is funded by the Department of Health Quality Use of Pathology Program (QUPP). QUPP was established to support the pathology sector in the pursuit of continued improvements and to encourage innovation in pathology related practices, amongst requesters/referrers, providers and consumers of pathology services.