Electrocardiogram Interpretation Competency of Primary Health Care Physicians: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT: Background: Effective interpretation of electrocardiogram (ECG) data is a critical skill for primary health care physicians and part of the Family Medicine residency program curriculum. However, there is a lack of data regarding the competency of Primary Health Care Physicians in ECG interpretation in Saudi Arabia. To evaluate the competence of primary healthcare physicians in Saudi Arabia in interpreting common ECG abnormalities. Additionally, it seeks to understand participants' perspectives on the facilitators and barriers to effective ECG learning. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from 28 September 2023 to 1 November 2024. A validated questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge of primary health care physicians. Results: A total of 257 physicians p

SUBMITTER: AlShakhs AA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12692582 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature