10 Questions
What term is more encompassing than 'doctor' or 'physician'?
Healthcare professional (HCP)
In the medical world, which term is often used more than 'association'?
Society
What does 'patient outcome' usually refer to?
The end result of what HCPs do to help a patient
What is the more general term for everything HCPs do to help a patient?
Patient care
Which term is sometimes used by societies to refer to their annual gatherings instead of 'annual meeting'?
Scientific session
What is the purpose of CME (continuous medical education) credits?
To maintain the license of healthcare professionals by earning a certain amount of credits annually
Which organization is responsible for accrediting the issuance of CME credits in the USA?
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
What is the primary mission of medical societies like American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)?
To advance patient care through education and gather healthcare professionals
How frequently do healthcare professionals need to earn CME credits in many states in the USA?
Biennially (every 2 years)
What is the core business of organizations like HMP Global in relation to CME credits?
Organizing medical conferences and attaching CME credits to them
Test your knowledge of medical terminology and associations for healthcare professionals. Learn about the differences between terms like doctor, physician, nurse, and physician assistant (PA), and understand the distinctions between medical societies and associations.
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