Table 3.
Key points of new virtual platform for orthopedic continuing professional development conferences
| Key Points | Sub-variables | Application to our virtual conference |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Series of virtual conferences | Seven times a year |
| Single live program | (+) | |
| Panel discussion tools | Zoom® | |
| Audience participation tools | Digital messaging platform | |
| Access | Time | Four hours for each conference |
| Members-only | (-) | |
| Registration fees | Non-members (+) | |
| Industry involvement | E-book | |
| Continuing medical education | Live conference | (+) |
| Recorded conference content | Members can download Word or PowerPoint files. |