Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cme

abbreviation

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Definition

CME stands for ‘Continuing Medical Education’, a term used to describe educational activities that serve to maintain, develop, or increase the knowledge, skills, and professional performance of healthcare professionals.

Examples

Doctors often attend conferences for CME credits.
CME activities can include online courses, workshops, and seminars.
Many states require a certain number of CME credits for license renewal.

Meaning

The process through which doctors and other healthcare professionals engage in lifelong learning to improve their competence and performance in practice.