During the conference, Program Director Kelly Sabol and Program Administrator Nikki Cooper shared innovative research and best practices that demonstrate KU AHEC's ongoing dedication to advancing high-quality, interprofessional continuing education. The duo presented the research poster, "Advancing Interprofessional Continuing Education Effectiveness Through JA Study Hall," co-authored by Teri Kennedy, KU AHEC Strategic Consultant, and Principal Investigator for Kansas 4M. The project highlights the impact of the Joint Accreditation (JA) Study Hall initiative in strengthening staff development, supporting accreditation readiness, and fostering continuous quality improvement within interprofessional continuing education =. The work reflects KU AHEC's commitment to building stronger educational programs that ultimately benefit healthcare professionals and the communities they serve. 

Another project presented during the conference drew on the expertise of KU colleagues from various disciplines, demonstrating a deep and broad commitment to interprofessional continuing education. Co-authors included Kelly Sabol, Teri Kennedy, Molly Smith, program director in the KU Medical Center Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development, and Kim Templeton, M.D., associate dean for continuing medical education at KU Medical Center, whose project, "Reaffirming Our Commitment to CPD: Advancing Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) for All," explored the evolving understanding of continuing professional development (CPD) and emphasized the growing importance of interprofessional collaborative practice in preparing healthcare teams to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. 

Both projects received ACCME Research Scholarships, recognizing the quality and relevance of the work being conducted at KU Medical Center and KU AHEC. Scholarship recipients were invited to participate in both oral presentations and poster networking sessions, providing valuable opportunities to share their findings with healthcare education leaders from across the country.

Collectively, these presentations showcased innovative work focused on Joint Accreditation, interprofessional continuing education, staff development and quality improvement while highlighting the leadership role KU AHEC and its collaborators continue to play in advancing healthcare education nationally. 

Prior to the conference, team members also participated in the Joint Accreditation Summit on May 4, gaining additional opportunities to collaborate with peers and explore emerging trends and best practices in accredited continuing education. 

KU AHEC congratulates Kelly, Nikki, and all KU Medical Center collaborators whose scholarship and leadership continue to advance the mission of continuing education. Their contributions help strengthen collaborative healthcare learning and reinforce KU AHEC's commitment to supporting healthcare professionals through innovative, evidence-based educational experiences that improve care across Kansas and beyond.