HIV Online Provider Education (HOPE): the internet as a tool for training in HIV medicine

J Infect Dis. 2007 Dec 1:196 Suppl 3:S512-5. doi: 10.1086/521117.

Abstract

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) treatment programs in resource-limited areas are expanding rapidly. Providing training and education to health care providers in these programs is a major challenge. We have employed Internet-based conferencing technology to conduct interactive case-based training conferences with health care professionals in Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. This online program may be a model for other efforts to provide education to health care providers treating HIV-infected patients in the developing world.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / drug therapy*
  • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / economics
  • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / virology
  • Developing Countries / economics
  • Education, Medical, Continuing / methods
  • HIV
  • Health Personnel / education*
  • Humans
  • Internet*
  • Telemedicine