Learning by experience. A student residential workshop in hospital

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Clinical Skills Training
• Hospital Integration

Background:

• Transitioning to clinical studies presents challenges for medical students.
• Effective integration into hospital environments is crucial for skill development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To enhance medical students' understanding of hospital functioning.
• To improve students' comfort and confidence within the hospital setting.
• To facilitate more effective clinical skills acquisition.

Main Methods:

• A four-day residential workshop was implemented for early-stage clinical students.
• Students participated in simulated patient "illnesses" for two days.
• Students engaged in patient care and hospital exploration for two days.

Main Results:

• Workshop evaluation indicated achievement of stated objectives.
• Students demonstrated improved understanding of hospital operations.
• Increased student comfort and confidence in the clinical environment was observed.

Conclusions:

• The immersive workshop effectively prepared students for clinical studies.
• Experiential learning in a simulated hospital environment enhances medical training.
• This model promotes better integration and skill development for future clinicians.