PubMed · 10783246
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2000. Draining resources.. https://doi.org/10.1038/35008677
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PURPOSE: Academic divisions of hematology/oncology seem to have difficulty recruiting and retaining excellent productive clinicians. A major reason for this is that salaries do not compete with the private sector for similar work. METHODS: We reviewed divisional finances productivity, and experiences from faculty members leaving. RESULTS: The academic salaries are approximately one third of practice because the chemotherapy concession has been given to the academic hospital. In addition, there may be substantial problems in under-billing, lack of attention to detail in billing, and poor collection practices. CONCLUSION: Academic practice still has much to offer, including opportunities for research and multidisciplinary team management, although the differences may narrow over the coming years. Attention to detail in the billing, collection for work performed, and increasing academic salaries to levels nearer to private practice are necessary components of the solution to recruit and retain quality productive clinicians.
The purpose of the two studies presented in this article was for master health education teachers at the middle school and high school levels to identify content, skills, and experiences that are important for professional preparation in school health education. Teachers were identified by health education directors in state departments of education. The Delphi technique was used for data collection and analysis for both studies. Teachers completed three rounds of questionnaires gradually coming to consensus on content, skills, and learning experiences in nine areas related to professional preparation. Fifty high school teachers representing 29 states and 46 middle school teachers representing 32 states provided input. Professional preparation priorities were identified for both middle school and high school levels. Four responses--awareness/use of a variety of instructional techniques; skill in working with parents; knowledge of health content; and awareness of, and ability to work with community agencies/organizations--were ranked as priorities at both levels. Recommendations for future research and practice activities are presented.