Introduction: The Mountain Plains Regional Disaster Health Response System (MPRDHRS) is a US federally funded program to “leverage, build, or augment the highly specialized clinical capabilities critical to unusual hazards or catastrophic events”. MPRDHRS‘ mission is to “provide leadership, knowledge, expertise, and support in disaster response for patients and citizens in our region.” Developing accurate, accessible, and opportune educational materials is encompassed within MPRDHRS’s mission and objectives. Methods: After performing a gap analysis and curating accessible disaster educational materials, we identified asynchronous, just-in-time (JIT) educational modules (EM) to be high yield for responders in our region. To ensure equal opportunity and appropriate representation, JIT subject matter experts (SME) ought to be recruited by a nomination and strict selection process. A standardized system for module development and recording was implemented. Results: Thirty-six initial topics were identified as a priority for JIT EM. A diverse and representative group of SMEs was selected, and EMs were recorded. Over two-thirds of modules with their accompanying “one-pager,” where key points are summarized, are currently available on our website. Remaining topics outlined for production are continuously recruited for and produced as the project enters its 2 nd year. As of 10/17/24, EMs average 54 views, the most popular module garnering 362 views. Modules can be found at: https://mountainplainsrdhrs.org/just-in-time/ Conclusion: Despite the availability of relevant materials created and distributed by SME networks, professional societies, and federal partners, discovery by non-disaster response experts, particularly in the wake of a disaster, is unlikely. The JIT EMs fill gaps to enable a safe and coordinated response to disasters and can be updated for emerging threats.
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