777. Cytomegalovirus: Curriculum-Based Online Education Improves Knowledge, Competence, and Confidence of Physicians

BACKGROUND: This study assessed the impact of an online continuing medical education (CME) curriculum regarding CMV infection for obstetricians/gynecologists (OB/GYN) and pediatricians (Peds). METHODS: The educational intervention consisted of 4 online, CME-certified activities in multimedia formats published on a dedicated learning center on Medscape Education from March-July, 2022. Data were collected through January 2023. A repeated pairs pre-/post-assessment study design and a McNemar’s test (P < .05 is considered significant) assessed educational effect. To assess changes in knowledge, competence, and confidence data were aggregated across activities and stratified by learning themes. RESULTS: The education reached over 65,979 clinician learners, including 20,349 physicians, 9,295 OB/GYN, and 4,407 Peds. Overall, there were significant improvements in knowledge/competence among OB/GYN and Peds. Specific significant (P < .001) pre-vs-post educational improvements across the curriculum include: Knowledge/competence related to the burden of CMV infection (35% OB/GYN, 30% Peds). Knowledge/competence related to CMV lifecycle and prevention strategies (25% OB/GYN, 25% Peds). Confidence in collaborating with an interprofessional team to discuss CMV risk reduction in pregnant patients (73% OB/GYN, 70% Peds). Confidence in understanding the role of CMV serostatus in pregnant patients (78% OB/GYN, 69% Peds). Remaining educational gaps (% incorrect answers): Burden of congenital CMV and CMV infection in pediatric populations (34% of OB/GYN, 35% Peds). Universal screening recommendations for congenital CMV in newborn patients (41% OB/GYN, 28% Peds). Lifecycle of CMV (34% OB/GYN, 39% Peds). Risk reduction strategies for CMV infection in pregnant women (25% OB/GYN, 31% Peds). Symptoms and complications pertaining to congenital CMV infection (32% OB/GYN, 35% Peds). CONCLUSION: The metrics and outcomes gathered in this assessment are a strong indicator that multimedia curriculum-based online activities on Medscape Education improve the knowledge, competence, and confidence of OB/GYN and Peds related to CMV care strategies. Despite the effectiveness of the education, persistent gaps remain that serve as future educational targets for continuing education. DISCLOSURES: All Authors: No reported disclosures