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January 29, 2025 14 mins
Is private equity's growing influence in continuing medical education changing the quality of learning in the health professions? As a CME professional, you need to navigate an increasingly complex funding landscape where commercial support has dropped, and private equity firms are rapidly acquiring education providers. Understanding these shifts is crucial for developing sustainable, high-quality educational programs and navigating your way as a CME professional. In this episode, we’ll explore: How CME funding has evolved from primarily university-based to a complex mix of commercial support, registration fees, and private investment Why private equity firms are acquiring CME providers and what this means for content development Key strategies for maintaining educational quality and professional relationships in an environment of frequent mergers and acquisitions Listen now to gain insights into the $4.23 billion CME industry's funding transformation and position yourself for success in this rapidly changing landscape. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction: The Art of Hustling Pool and CME 00:54 AI Bootcamp for Medical Writers 01:32 The Complex Financial Side of CME 02:06 Evolution of CME Funding 02:42 Pharmaceutical Influence and Regulations 05:47 The Impact of Compliance and Regulatory Codes 07:06 Current CME Funding Landscape 08:21 Private Equity in CME 10:48 Challenges and Questions for CME Professionals 12:08 Conclusion: Ensuring Educational Quality Resources Ratnasekera A, Impact of private equity on graduate medical education: A slippery slope. Am J Surg. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amjsurg.2024.116160 ACCME's Standards for Integrity and Independence in Continuing Education (2020) ACCME Data Report. Thriving Through Growth and Innovation—2023. ACCME. Toolkit for the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education
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