Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
Research Article
Clinician’s Perceptions of a CME Activity to Increase Knowledge of Vaccination in Adults with Chronic Inflammatory Conditions
Author(s): Saira Z Sheikh*, Edward G A Iglesia, Matthew Underwood, Shruti Saxena-Beem and Mildred Kwan
Objective: Annual influenza and pneumococcal vaccination rates remain suboptimal in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus despite their higher risk of infections and related complications. The CDC identified lack of knowledge about vaccine guidelines among adult patients and their providers as the most substantial barrier to vaccination coverage. As specialists working with particularly affected populations, rheumatologists, allergists, and immunologists can advise patients regarding gaps in recommended vaccinations. The aim of this study was to describe prescribers’ perceptions of an educational activity that was developed to increase rates of appropriate pneumococcal and influenza vaccination in adults with chronic inflammatory conditions. We were interested in the impact of the educational activity on the knowledge and practice of providers.
Methods: We evaluat.. View More»
