Research Guides: Clinical Professionals: Continuing Medical Education (CME)

Accredited Continuing Medical Education

American Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) ACCME acts to evaluate, accredit and acknowledge institutions and organizations offering continuing education opportunities. More information can be found in the ASK ACCME section of the site.
Medical Board of California - CME Information about legal requirements for licensees to complete continuing medical education courses. Sections include frequently asked questions, waiver forms and options available.

Health Equity

Both the American Medical Association and the American Association of Family Medicine Physicians offer dedicated educational programming aimed at reducing disparities and improving health equity.

Journals Offering CME credit

USC Resources

Keck School of Medicine CME The KSOM CME Dept. offers accredited live events and regularly scheduled series on the Health Sciences Campus and further afield.

ClinicalKey This link opens in a new window Create a personal account. Then: 1. Identify a clinical question relevant to your practice. 2. Perform a search in ClinicalKey to answer your clinical question. 3. Access most relevant content (save these citations for completing the registration process) 4. Click Request CME and a window will open to the Cleveland Clinic Center for Continuing Education site. 5. Complete the form and submit to obtain AMA PRA Category 1 Credit. More information can be found in the CME section of the site. Offers CME through the Cleveland Clinic Center for Continuing Education which is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) Credits can be earned through the use of mobile devices

Keck School of Medicine - Office of Continuing Education Provides information regarding upcoming courses and conferences that may be completed for credits.
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The Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)

Natural Medicines This link opens in a new window Evidence-based monographs and clinical summaries for alternative and complementary therapies, including herbs, vitamins, dietary supplements, and integrative therapies. Includes information from Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, and other holistic wellness systems.
UpToDate This link opens in a new window You can now earn CME/CE/CPD credit whenever you search for clinical information on UpToDate! Log in to UpToDate with CME, create an account, and earn credits from your office, clinic, or home. Watch this video (http://tinyurl.com/UpToDateVideo) for more information about creating your account through USC's Norris Medical Library.

Other Resources

USC Libraries do not purchase anything in this Other Resources box. These CME offerings are a selection of courses that you can choose to take. Some require payment and some are free.

CME List An extensive list of over 300 different websites offering AMA approved continuing education opportunities. Fees and specialties vary.
Cyberounds A free peer-reviewed continuing education site that provides conferences on specialties and educational games that can all be used toward earning credits. Creating a free account is required. More information can be found in the CME and About Us sections of the site.
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Cyberounds is sponsored by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine which is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
ePocrates CME After completing a free registration, curricula will be available to you either online or though a mobile device application. Curricula includes drug related articles and clinical scenarios.More information can be found in the CME FAQ section of the site.
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ePocrates is accredited by the American Medical Association (AMA), Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

Credits can be earned through the use of mobile devices
Johns Hopkins University - Office of Continuing Education Provides a variety of continuing education options including upcoming conferences, workshops, home study courses and enduring material including print, audio, video and Internet content.
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Johns Hopkins University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
Medscape Education Membership is free and allows the user to access journal articles, videos, and clinical briefs. CME content is designated with a red CME logo. More information can be found in the About Medscape Education section of the site.
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Medscape, LLC is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)

Credits can be earned through the use of mobile devices
ScientiaCME Online and free of charge, ScientiaCME is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education credits for physicians. Our CE and CME programs are designed for physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
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