Continuing Professional Development

SIU Medicine strongly supports and advocates for the continuing professional development of all our health care providers and practitioners. We regularly host and offer conferences, continuing education, and other opportunities.

 

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Welcome

Welcome to the department of Continuing Professional Development at SIU Medicine. Through our comprehensive professional development programs, we offer experiences that help professionals enhance their skills, expand their knowledge base, remain up-to-date on innovations in their field, improve their quality of evidence-based care and advance their careers.

We strive to help our current workforce excel and promote a future generation of leaders in research, clinical care, and education. 

Get in touch with us by email at ocpd@siumed.edu or give us a call at 217-545-7711. 

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We’re always looking for passionate speakers to present at CPD events like conferences, grand rounds, workshops and more. If you’re ready to inspire learners and peers alike—medical students, residents, nurses, physicians and beyond—click below to learn how to get involved.

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