Medical Student Perception of Lifestyle Medicine and Willingness to Engage in Lifestyle Counseling: A Pilot Study of Allopathic and Osteopathic Medical Students

2021 ◽  
pp. 155982762110044
Author(s):  
Jenny Sunghyun Lee ◽  
Imam M. Xierali ◽  
Paresh Atu Jaini ◽  
Zaiba Jetpuri ◽  
Frank Papa
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Role Model ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Student Perception ◽  
Lifestyle Medicine ◽  
Lifestyle Counseling ◽  
Effective Counseling

Introduction. This study assessed medical students’ perception of lifestyle medicine and readiness to engage in lifestyle counseling. Methods. All medical students in one allopathic and one osteopathic medical school received a survey involving items designed to measure their awareness and interest in lifestyle medicine, perception of physicians serving as lifestyle role models for patients, and intent to practice lifestyle counseling. Results. Two hundred and eight-nine subjects (145 allopathic and 144 osteopathic students) responded to the survey. A total of 24.1% of responding allopathic students had heard about lifestyle medicine compared with 53.9% of responding osteopathic students ( P < .01). A total of 90.5% of allopathic students rated their current knowledge of lifestyle medicine as inadequate or poor compared with 78.7% of osteopathic students ( P < .01). Ninety-two percent of all respondents wanted to learn more about lifestyle medicine, while 95.2% believed they would provide more effective counseling if they were trained sufficiently to serve as a healthy lifestyle role model for their patients. Conclusions. Both cohorts favored learning more about lifestyle medicine and believed physicians should provide lifestyle counseling to patients with chronic diseases. Given these findings, and the demonstrated benefits of lifestyle medicine–based health care, the authors suggest that training in lifestyle medicine be increased in undergraduate medical education.

The Duties of Doctors In Medical Education: A Letter To The Editor (Preprint)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sneha Barai
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Role Model ◽  
General Medical Council ◽  
Future Generations ◽  
Medical Council ◽  
Positive Role ◽  
The Uk ◽  
And Training

UNSTRUCTURED The UK General Medical Council (GMC) explicitly states doctors have a duty to ‘contribute to teaching and training…by acting as a positive role model’. However, recent studies suggest some are not fulfilling this, which is impacting medical students' experiences and attitudes during their training. As such, doctors have a duty to act as role models and teachers, as specified by the GMC, which it seems are not currently being fulfilled. This would improve the medical students’ learning experiences and demonstrate good professional values for them to emulate. Therefore, these duties should be as important as patient care, since this will influence future generations.

scholarly journals Have Lifestyle Habits and Psychological Well-Being Changed among Adolescents and Medical Students Due to COVID-19 Lockdown in Croatia?

Nutrients ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 97
Author(s):  
Ružica Dragun ◽  
Nikolina Nika Veček ◽  
Mario Marendić ◽  
Ajka Pribisalić ◽  
Gabrijela Đivić ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Lifestyle Medicine ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Mobile Phone Use ◽  
Beneficial Effects

Objective: To investigate dietary habits, sleep and psychological well-being of adolescents and medical students during COVID-19 lockdown in Split, Croatia. Methods: We surveyed 1326 students during 2018 and 2019, and compared their responses with 531 students enrolled in May 2020. Perceived stress, quality of life (QoL), happiness, anxiety, and optimism were assessed as proxies of psychological well-being, using general linear modelling. Results: We found no substantial differences in dietary pattern between pre-lockdown and lockdown periods, including the overall Mediterranean diet (MD) adherence. However, the MD pattern changed, showing increased adherence to the MD pyramid for fruit, legumes, fish, and sweets, while cereals, nuts, and dairy intake decreased during COVID-19 lockdown. A third of students reported weight loss during lockdown, 19% reported weight gain, while physical activity remained rather stable. The most prominent change was feeling refreshed after a night’s sleep, reported by 31.5% of students during lockdown vs. 8.5% before; median length of sleep duration increased by 1.5 h. Lockdown significantly affected QoL, happiness, optimism (all p < 0.001), and perceived stress in students (p = 0.005). MD adherence was positively correlated with QoL and study time, and negatively with TV and mobile phone use in pre-lockdown period (all p < 0.001). Interestingly, higher MD adherence was correlated with less perceived hardship and greater happiness and QoL during lockdown. Conclusion: These insights provide valuable information for tailored interventions aimed at maintaining healthy lifestyle in young population. Given the numerous beneficial effects associated with MD adherence, modification of lifestyle through application of lifestyle medicine deserves a priority approach.

Recognition, reflection, and role models: Critical elements in education about care in medicine

2008 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 389-395 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna L. Janssen ◽  
Roderick D. MacLeod ◽  
Simon T. Walker
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Role Model ◽  
Model Development ◽  
Human Interaction ◽  
Spiritual Needs ◽  
Socialization Process ◽  
Human Relationships ◽  
Critical Elements ◽  
Human Care

ABSTRACTObjective:Medical education can be described as a socialization process that has a tendency to produce doctors who struggle to convey to patients that they care. Yet, for people who are suffering, to enjoy the quality of life they are entitled to, it is important that they feel cared for as people, rather than simply attended to as patients.Method:This article addresses how we teach medical students the art of caring for the person rather than simply treating the disease—a question particularly relevant to end-of-life care where, in addition to the physical needs, attention to the psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient is paramount. Following an overview of what it is to care and why it is important that patients feel cared for, we investigate how we learn to care and develop caring human relationships, describing the development and display of empathy in adulthood and the developmental impact of human interaction.Results:We outline evidence of situational barriers to effective education about care in medicine including role models, ward culture, and the socialization process.Significance of results:We then propose a model for medical education based on patient contact, reflection, self-care, role model development, and feedback that will see students learn the art of human care as well as the science of disease management.

scholarly journals Less Experienced but Healthier: Health Behaviors of Medical Students Compared With Practicing Physicians

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachel Wilf Miron ◽  
Ilya Kagan ◽  
Mor Saban
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Emotional Stress ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Perceived Health ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract BackgroundWe examined health behaviors and perceptions among medical students and compared them with the results of a previous survey among residents and senior physicians. MethodsThis cross–sectional study was performed among second-year medical students (2015-2018) and among physicians (2015) using an online questionnaire. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed. ResultsSignificantly more physicians perceived their health as bad, compared with students. Half of the residents, compared with one-third of senior physicians and one-fifth of students, reported high emotional stress. Residents reported the worst, and students - the best, eating habits. Logistic regression models demonstrated that lower emotional stress, healthy eating habits, adequate sleep, lower body mass index and not having a regular physician, explained good perceived health. Female gender, being a resident, bad perceived health, unhealthy eating habits, less sleep and not having a regular physician, were correlated with high emotional stress. ConclusionsThe healthy lifestyle of medical students declines towards residency. Given the workload and emotional stress of their chosen profession, it is advised that medical school curriculum provide students with measures to help them gain more years of healthy life, allowing students and physicians to be better role models and the healthcare system to perform better.

If GPs who teach medical students were assisted to be good role models might this influence the medical career the students choose?

2020 ◽  
Vol 70 (suppl 1) ◽  
pp. bjgp20X711281
Author(s):  
Jonathan White
Keyword(s):  
General Practice ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Student Teaching ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Role Model ◽  
Clinical Skills ◽  
Workforce Planning ◽  
Medical Schools ◽  
Positive Role ◽  
The Uk

BackgroundMost patients are cared for in the community by GPs, and workforce planning for the UK NHS suggests that 50% of medical school graduates need to train as GPs. While there is pressure on medical schools to provide more student teaching in general practice, general practice must be prepared for this increase in workload and teachers should have appropriate training.AimThis study examined the influence that teachers as role models can have on the development and career choices of medical students and whether GPs who teach medical students might benefit from assistance in developing positive attributes.MethodA literature search was carried out. Relevant papers were those that examined the influence of a doctor as teacher role model for medical students, both in assisting in professional development and clinical skills, and in influencing career choice.ResultsThe review identified eleven papers. There was evidence of association between a student having an influential role model as teacher and choosing specialty training in that area, although evidence of a causative connection is less convincing. A recurring theme is the recommendation that teachers should be aware of the influence they can have as role models, both positive and negative.ConclusionAs medical student teaching moves into general practice GPs who teach will need to be helped to understand and develop positive role model attributes, to promote general practice as an attractive career to the students. Further research needs to identify the extent of assistance required and whether medical schools are prepared for this extra responsibility.

scholarly journals Leading Healthy Lives: Lifestyle Medicine for Medical Students

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 213-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lilach Malatskey ◽  
Jumanah Essa-Hadad ◽  
Thomas A. Willis ◽  
Mary C. J. Rudolf
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Medical School ◽  
Fast Food ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Special Role ◽  
Lifestyle Behaviors ◽  
Lifestyle Medicine ◽  
Healthy Behaviors ◽  
Lifestyle Choices

Background. Doctors have a special role in helping patients make lifestyle changes, and they are more credible and effective if they are role models. Yet few medical schools have incorporated lifestyle medicine into their curricula. We ascertained the influence of a lifestyle medicine curriculum during the first year of medical school. Methods. The curriculum, involving 140 students, consisted of one intensive day at medical school entry and 16 hours of teaching 8 months later. It addressed students’ own lifestyle choices and topics related to lifestyle medicine. A survey was delivered at the beginning and end of the academic year. Results. A total of 114 students completed the first survey and 64 the second. They rated the course highly for personal and professional value. At baseline, students exhibited lifestyle behaviors typical for young adults and showed an appreciation of the physician’s role in lifestyle change. However, over time they showed a significant reduction in quality of lifestyle, with increased stress, weight gain, and fast food consumption and less exercise. Conclusions. Although lifestyle medicine knowledge is valued by medical students, a 24-hour intensive lifestyle medicine curriculum delivered over 3 days appears to be ineffective in preventing worsening lifestyle behaviors over the course of the year. This is especially concerning as physicians are unlikely to provide effective guidance if they cannot sustain healthy behaviors themselves.

scholarly journals Brazilian Journal of Medical Education and the Health of Transgender People

2020 ◽  
Vol 44 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Alberto Ferreira Danon ◽  
Kauan Rodrigues Conceição ◽  
Mônica Ramos Daltro
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Queer Studies ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Transgender People ◽  
Gender And Education ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Brazilian Journal

Abstract: Introduction: This research aims to understand the current knowledge on the health of the transgender population in the Brazilian Journal of Medical Education. Historically, the formation in medicine was consolidated in the Cartesian discourses: the figure of the white man, heterosexual and cisgender. Method: This is a qualitative and retrospective research, which also aims to problematize the medical education and the importance of Queer Studies. A documental analysis was carried out to identify the content in the conceptual constructs of the documents published between 2008 and 2017. The content analysis method according to Bardin was then chosen. Results: The methodological management indicated four categories for study: knowledge about the sexuality of medical students; gender as a research variable; gender and education; training and sexuality. Conclusion: The analyzed material indicates the lack of publications on the health of people whose gender identity is considered as dissident. The need for editorial opening is pointed out, with the purpose of providing visibility to the demands of the transgender population in the journal, aiming to broaden the discussions on the integral health of the LGBTTQIA+ population during graduation.

scholarly journals Lessons Learned from Introducing the Characteristic of an Outstanding Medical Teacher: Its Implication in Role Modeling and Professionalism

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soleiman Ahmady ◽  
Hamidreza Namazi ◽  
Alireza Monajemi ◽  
Noushin Kohan
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Role Model ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Role Modeling ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Medical Teacher ◽  
Clinical Teachers ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive

Abstract Background Role models play a crucial role in determining the professional development of medical trainees. The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study is to gain in-depth understanding of the outstanding qualities of one successful role model in Iran. We described his character, personality and merits as a conceptual framework for role modeling in medical education.Methods Qualitative descriptive study. Inductive content analysis was performed, and data were collected by conducting interviews. The study was done in the school of medicine of Tehran University of Medical Sciences in Iran. Twenty five medical students, medical graduates and faculty members participated in 25 interviews from April to December 2019. The participants were recruited via purposive sampling.Results Five themes, 13 subthemes, and 46 categories were extracted from the data, and the conceptual framework of role modeling in medical education was developed.Conclusion In this study, we designed a framework for role modeling in medical education Based on this framework, role models in medical education can function as mentors, medical leaders, clinical teachers, and professional instructors. Overall, role modeling is an important concept in medical education, and results of this article contributes to maintain the high quality of medical education.

scholarly journals Medical Students’ Perspective about Attributes of Role Models - The Other Side of Story

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (22) ◽  
pp. 1692-1697
Author(s):  
Fatima Aslam ◽  
Unaiza Jawad ◽  
Usman Amin Hotiana ◽  
Usman Mahboob ◽  
Sara Ashfaq ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Role Model ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Medical Teacher ◽  
Positive Role ◽  
Role Modelling ◽  
Key Factor ◽  
Negative Role ◽  
Workplace Attire

BACKGROUND Role modelling exponentially affects the attitude and behaviours of medical students and act as a key factor in developing professional attributes in them. Medical students observe role models and learn from them more than through formal teaching. This study investigates the determining elements that make a teacher a role model, so that role modelling can be used as an effective educational tool. METHODS A qualitative exploratory study was conducted on fifth year medical students of three medical colleges of Lahore, Pakistan. Fifteen, telephonic, semi structured interviews were included in the study. Thematic analysis was done by manual coding of transcribed interviews. RESULTS A total of 374 codes were generated in the first cycle of coding, that were further merged to 42 in the second cycle. These codes led to 5 subthemes that finally emerged as two themes. The first theme was “Finding ways around their blaring blunders - are we blind?” highlighting the attributes of negative role models which include humiliation of students and juniors, poor teaching and communication skills, lack of empathy for patients and unethical relationship with pharmaceutical industry. The second theme was “Walking the Line” focusing on the components of positive role modelling like formal workplace attire, candid approach in teaching, strategic dealing with students, empathetic attitude towards patients and prioritising fair treatments. CONCLUSIONS Medical education is not only about acquisition of new knowledge and skills but is also about acquiring physician’s character and identity. The study findings suggest that the medical students pay attention to both positive and negative attributes of their teachers and their influence on promoting professionalism and character development. It is suggested that both teachers and administrators should understand the significance of role models and advocate excellence in role modelling. KEY WORDS Role Models, Professional Development, Medical Student, Medical Teacher

scholarly journals Role Model Characteristics and Impact of Role Models on Medical Students’ Specialty Choices (difficult to catch the concept! can it be “Medical teacher’s role model characteristics and their impact on student’s carrier choice”?)

2022 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-9
Author(s):  
Md Rafiqul Islam ◽  
RM Qazi ◽  
MT Aktar ◽  
FR Kabir ◽  
MK Hasan
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Role Model ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Phase Iii ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Future Career ◽  
Self Administered Questionnaire ◽  
General Appearance

This was a descriptive type of cross-sectional study conducted to identify the Characteristics /qualities of role model/ medical teachers as perceived by medical students and to identify the influence of role models in selecting subjects for their future career. This descriptive type of cross-sectional study was conducted during July 2019 to June 2020. A semi-structured, self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. A total of 868 medical students of phase III and phase IV were the respondents of the study. All available students who were willing to participate in the study were selected and medical colleges were selected purposively. Study revealed that out of 868 respondents 741 (85.4%) had identified role models during the course of their studies and 127 (14.6%) respondents could not identify any role models. It was observed that 91% students opted for clinical subjects while 9% opted for preclinical and para-clinical subjects. With regards to their subjects of choice for future career 21.0% of the students preferred Medicine, followed by Surgery (20.0%), Gynecology (9.2%) and Orthopedics (3.8%).Two hundred and thirty-two (26.7%) of the students did not choose any subject for their future career. Regarding the influence of role models in selecting subjects for future career it was revealed that 334 (61%) respondents felt that role models had influence. Maintaining integrity and neutrality by role models was given the highest importance and general appearance of role model was considered least important by the respondents. (Not clear! is it Role Model Characteristics?).The academic institutes should make an effort to develop the role modeling of faculty by highlighting positive attributes of role models. Teachers should be made aware of the influence of role models on their future colleagues Bangladesh Journal of Medical Education Vol.13(1) January 2022: 3-9

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