The effectiveness of simulation-based acquisition, which is a robust, collaborative use of modeling and simulation (M&S) technology throughout s acquisition phases and programs, should be estimated quantifiably, even in a rough order of magnitude manner, with the consideration of M&S overhead. This paper presents a simulation model cost database that can estimate the development costs of simula...

The following steps can be a guide when developing work relative value units (RVUs) for a productivity-based compensation program: Challenge stock billing systems. Ensure that all procedure codes are captured. Understand procedure code bundling. Exclude procedures not performed by the physician. Consider clinical time spent performing activities that have no assigned work RVUs.

BACKGROUND Previous studies report various degrees of agreement between self-perceived competence and objectively measured competence in medical students. There is still a paucity of evidence on how the two correlate in the field of Evidence Based Medicine (EBM). We undertook a cross-sectional study to evaluate the self-perceived competence in EBM of senior medical students in Malaysia, and ass...