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Clinical engineering as an academic discipline

V L Newhouse, K C Mylrea, W S Topham

Journal of Clinical Engineering|June 9, 1985

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Summary

Clinical Engineering (CE) educational programs face challenges in student recruitment, funding, and graduate retention. Universities share diverse solutions to these common issues, aiming to strengthen the CE profession.

Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Engineering Education
Healthcare Technology Management

Background:

Clinical Engineering (CE) programs are crucial for healthcare technology management.
Educational programs face persistent challenges impacting their effectiveness and sustainability.
Variations exist in how different institutions address these common CE educational issues.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify and discuss prevalent challenges encountered in Clinical Engineering educational programs.
To present and analyze the various solutions implemented across different university campuses.
To offer insights for improving CE educational strategies and outcomes.

Main Methods:

Compilation of insights from Clinical Engineering coordinators at five universities.
Descriptive analysis of common problems and adopted solutions.
Comparative review of institutional approaches to CE education.

Main Results:

Key issues include student recruitment, financial support, credit hour management, and faculty time allocation.
Graduate retention in the CE field presents a significant challenge.
Distinguishing Clinical Engineering from Biomedical Engineering Technology is an ongoing concern.

Conclusions:

Sharing institutional experiences provides valuable strategies for CE program development.
Addressing recruitment, funding, and retention is vital for the future of Clinical Engineering.
Clearer program definition aids in professional identity and graduate placement.

Engineering Practice And Education

Engineering Design

Clinical Engineering As An Academic Discipline