Podcast-Internet Resources for Healthcare Providers
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Identify reliable, evidence-based online medical resources
- Recognize signs of bias and outdated or non-credible content
- Incorporate trusted digital tools into clinical practice
- Guide families in evaluating online health information critically
Intended Audience:
This online course is designed for all healthcare providers.
Abstract:
In this episode, Dr. Eyal Ben-Isaac interviews Dr. Sajjad Yacoob about how healthcare professionals can effectively use online medical resources. They discuss how to identify credible, evidence-based information, recognize bias, and integrate digital tools—from clinical databases to patient education platforms—into daily practice. The conversation also explores how physicians can guide parents in evaluating online health information responsibly.
Assessment and Earning CME Credit:
This course in English is not CME-accredited. However, it provides valuable educational content that can enhance your knowledge and skills in the subject matter. To receive CME credit for this course in Armenia, you must take the course in Armenian and complete the post-course quiz. You have three chances to achieve a passing score of 70%. Once you pass the quiz, we will send your information to the Armenian Ministry of Health for credits.
Dr. Sajjad Yacoob
Dr. Sajjad Yavoob is an Attending Physician and Clinical Professor of Pediatrics (Clinician Educator) at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. She completed her medical degree at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, followed by pediatric internship, residency, and service as Chief Pediatric Resident at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, she brings extensive clinical and teaching expertise to the training of future pediatricians.
