Gynecological Health in Women with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Overview

Needs Statement

There is a critical gap in medical education regarding the care of individuals with disabilities, with national curriculum standards lacking specific training, leading to a shortage of physicians prepared to address the unique needs of this population. Medical students report inadequate education in this area, resulting in uncertainty in performing key clinical tasks and navigating care for patients with disabilities. Additionally, negative attitudes among experienced providers pose a significant barrier to quality care. To address these issues, an ECHO-style series will provide virtual sessions focused on improving provider knowledge and willingness to care for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) through expert-led lectures and case discussions, equipping primary care teams with practical strategies to enhance care delivery.

Learning Objective

At the conclusion of the activity, participants should be able to:

  • Describe intersectionality of gynecological health and common intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) conditions such as seizures disorders, spina bifida, and cerebral palsy.
  • Assess sexual activity in women with IDD, understanding elevated rates of abuse in this population.

Target Audience

Practicing physicians (internal medicine, pediatrics, family medicine), nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, physician assistants, and other healthcare providers seeing individuals with IDD in the community

EDUCATIONAL METHODS

Lecture, Case Study, and ECHO.

ACTIVITY EVALUATION

Evaluation by questionnaire will address program content, presentation, and possible bias.

 

 

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 Participation
  • 1.00 Social Work
Course opens: 
01/01/2025
Course expires: 
01/31/2027
Rating: 
0

Accreditation

Physician

Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Baylor College of Medicine designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Social Work
Baylor College of Medicine, Division of Continuing Professional Development (License Number 7270) is an approved continuing education provider for Social Workers through the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. This activity has been approved for 1.00 continuing education units.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 Participation
  • 1.00 Social Work

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