What is the Role of the Arts in Medical Education and Patient Care? A Survey-based Qualitative Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (4) ◽  
pp. 431-445 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan E. Pories ◽  
Sorbarikor Piawah ◽  
Gregory A. Abel ◽  
Samyukta Mullangi ◽  
Jennifer Doyle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
The Arts

The Role of Humanities in Medical Education

2020 ◽  
pp. 148-155
Author(s):  
Arthur L. Frank
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Medical Education ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
The United States ◽  
Physician Communication ◽  
Ethical Behaviors ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Improving Patient Care

This chapter considers the role and value of the study of the humanities in medical education. Most authors on this subject believe the study of the humanities results in a better physician. However, few papers document this almost universally accepted idea. This chapter cites the available literature on the subject and also considers how the study of the humanities has become more common in countries beyond the United States. The study of the humanities is thought to improve physician communication and to influence ethical behaviors, ultimately improving patient care.

scholarly journals A Diverse Specialty: What Students Teach Us About Neurology and “Neurophobia”

2020 ◽  
Vol 47 (5) ◽  
pp. 675-680
Author(s):  
Fraser G. A. Moore
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Medical School ◽  
Emergency Room ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Small Groups ◽  
Poor Prognosis ◽  
Frequent Response ◽  
Neurological Conditions

ABSTRACT:Objective:To explore what elective students learn about the specialty of Neurology.Methods:A prospective qualitative study using pre- and post-elective written questionnaires.Results:Analysis concentrated on three main themes: What did students learn about the specialty of Neurology? What would they change about their experience? Did their opinions change? Major findings were (i) pre- and post-elective the most frequent response for “what is the best thing about Neurology?” was the “process of localization” and (ii) post-elective students were less likely to cite the challenge or problem-solving aspect of Neurology as the best thing while more emphasized the importance of the physical exam and the variety of cases. (iii) Students were most surprised by the scope of neurological practice. (iv) They would diversify the setting of their elective to include less time spent in the emergency room and more time in clinic. (v) The perception of Neurology as a specialty in which patients have a poor prognosis was the opinion that changed the most.Conclusions:Showcasing the diversity of cases and careers in Neurology may be a useful strategy to increase interest in the specialty and reduce neurophobia. Lectures or small groups early in medical school should concentrate on clear examples of common neurological conditions and emphasize the role of general neurologists and subspecialists involved in patient care. Whenever possible students should rotate through different clinics and not concentrate exclusively on emergency room and in-patient cases.

scholarly journals We All Need a Little TLC: An Argument for an Increased Role of Child Life Services in Patient Care and Medical Education

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 913-917
Author(s):  
Rajapillai L. I. Pillai
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Patient Experience ◽  
Developmental Psychology ◽  
Adult Life ◽  
Child Life ◽  
Hospital Environment ◽  
History Of

Child life services (CLS) was created through a synthesis of developmental psychology, a recognition of the inherent difficulties of a hospital environment, and a desire to improve the patient experience of children. Many of the principles of CLS can be applied to other patients as well. In this article, the history of CLS is briefly surveyed, followed by a review of the successes of CLS in the hospital. An argument for an increased role for CLS in medical education and the development of a Program for Adult Life Services is then proposed.

scholarly journals Beyond Broca’s area

2019 ◽  
Vol 98 (4) ◽  
pp. 238-240
Author(s):  
David A. Ross ◽  
Andrew M. Novick
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Psychiatric Illness ◽  
Psychiatric Patients ◽  
Difficult Patient ◽  
Unique Challenge ◽  
Psychiatric Illnesses ◽  
Future Physician

Patients with psychiatric illness often present a unique challenge to medical students: in contrast to some medical conditions, in which patients may seem to be stricken by a disease, patients with certain psychiatric illnesses may seem complicit with the illness. Questions of free will, choice, and the role of the physician can quickly become overwhelming. This may result in students feeling helpless, disinterested, or even resentful. Here we argue that integrating a modern neuroscience perspective into medical education allows students to conceptualize psychiatric patients in a way that promotes empathy and enhances patient care. Specifically, a strong grasp of neuroscience prevents the future physician from falling into dualistic thinking in which the psychosocial aspects of a patient’s presentation are considered beyond the realm of medicine. The value of incorporating neuroscience into a full, biopsychosocial formulation is demonstrated with the case example of a “difficult patient.”

Usage of Electronic Resources Among Ophthalmologists in India

2019 ◽  
pp. 54-80
Author(s):  
A. Ashok Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Continuing Medical Education ◽  
Online Resources ◽  
Clinical Practices ◽  
Electronic Resources ◽  
Academic Curriculum ◽  
Visually Challenged

The contribution of ophthalmologists is inevitable for visually challenged patient care and to eradicate unnecessary blindness in this society. Other than the academic focus of the medical students, the importance of continuing medical education (CME) for doctors in all disciplines, including ophthalmology, is a well-known factor to enhance their day-to-day clinical practices. The role of electronic and online resources in academic curriculum of medicine and CME is acceptable and inexorable among the user community worldwide. In the last several years, many research studies have focused on how people use electronic resources or on their feelings about electronic and online resources in various fields. In this study, the researcher analyzed the electronic resources usage among the ophthalmologists which indirectly supports their day-to-day clinical practices and serves the society against blindness. The results of the study show that the respondents have an average level of e-resources usage skills, particularly on awareness about many available e-resources.

The Role of Community–Academic Partnerships: Implications for Medical Education, Research, and Patient Care

2008 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carla. Boutin-Foster ◽  
Ann-Gel. Palermo ◽  
Erica. Phillips ◽  
Ann. Boyer ◽  
Gail. Love ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Education Research ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Medical Education Research ◽  
Academic Partnerships

scholarly journals Another look at what teachers and students think about interprofessional learning as a shared experience in Iran: a qualitative research

BMJ Open ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. e020015
Author(s):  
Soleiman Ahmady ◽  
Mahboobeh Khabaz Mafinejad
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Healthcare Services ◽  
Interprofessional Learning ◽  
Shared Learning ◽  
The Public ◽  
Healthcare Needs ◽  
Workplace Relations ◽  
Teachers And Students

ObjectivesTo explore experiences of interprofessional learning (IPL), and how faculty and students might want to participate in IPL opportunities as a form of shared learning.DesignQualitative study.SettingThe Ministry of Health and Medical Education which is accountable for rendering service to the public, providing healthcare needs and improving the quality of medical education was established in Iran in 1985, to integrate medical education with healthcare services.ParticipantsA sample of six faculty members and seven students, purposively sampled for demographic characteristics and their experience regarding shared learning.MethodsA descriptive qualitative study using thematic analysis of content was conducted. Data were obtained using semistructured interviews and then analysed thematically. Data collection and analysis were concurrent.ResultsThree categories were identified: the role of prologues in IPL, the role of structured IPL, and the role of context and structure in such a system for learning, representing seven subcategories.ConclusionThe findings indicate that experiences of learning with different professionals are complex, and these experiences shape their present and future workplace relations. Matching the existing educational context and structure with IPL and providing planned interaction and reflection among professionals are necessary to support IPL.

scholarly journals Explaining the role of organizational culture on succession-planning at the Ministry of Health and Medical Education: A qualitative study

10.19082/5806 ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (11) ◽  
pp. 5806-5813 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Mehrtak ◽  
Esmaeil Farzaneh ◽  
Shahram Habibzadeh ◽  
Aziz Kamran ◽  
Hamed Zandian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Succession Planning ◽  
Ministry Of Health
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