Landscape Analysis of Breastfeeding-Related Physician Education in the United States
Joan Younger Meek, Jennifer Nelson, Lauren E. Hanley, Ngozi Onyema-Melton, Julie K. Wood
Abstract
The landscape analysis demonstrates that medical education in breastfeeding remains inadequate despite previous efforts to address the gaps and that physicians desire more training in breastfeeding, especially clinical skills training, to improve provider confidence and competence. The analysis provides the foundation for further efforts to develop a comprehensive plan to enhance physician education in breastfeeding.
Topics & Concepts
BreastfeedingMedicineFamily medicineNursingBreast feedingMedical educationPediatricsBreastfeeding Practices and InfluencesChild Nutrition and Feeding IssuesChild and Adolescent Health