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Working with interpreters: an interactive Web-based learning module.

Adina Kalet1, Francesca Gany, Lindsay Senter

  • 1Department of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY 10016, USA. ak41@nyu.edu

Academic Medicine : Journal of the Association of American Medical Colleges
|September 14, 2002
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Medical students improved their skills in caring for patients with limited English proficiency by 20% after completing an interactive web module on medical interpreting and cultural awareness.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Cross-cultural Communication
  • Health Disparities

Background:

  • Medical students face challenges caring for patients with limited English proficiency.
  • Effective communication across language and cultural barriers is crucial for patient care.
  • Understanding students' own cultural attitudes is vital for equitable healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To pilot a web-based module for medical students on working with interpreters and diverse patient populations.
  • To enhance students' awareness of legal, ethical, and cultural issues in cross-cultural healthcare.
  • To teach effective strategies for medical interpreting and patient communication.

Main Methods:

  • A multimedia, interactive web module with video vignettes demonstrating interpretation scenarios.

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  • Pre- and post-module multiple-choice tests assessing knowledge, attitudes, and analytical skills.
  • Learner analysis of interpretation effectiveness with expert feedback and access to supplementary resources.

    • Main Results:

    • 160 first-year medical students completed the module.
    • Average improvement of 20% on post-module tests compared to pre-module tests.
    • 86% of students reported satisfaction and acquisition of new knowledge.

    Conclusions:

    • The pilot module effectively imparted guidelines and raised awareness regarding medical interpreting.
    • Students reported increased self-awareness regarding cultural biases and immigrant patient concerns.
    • Further development is planned for a more rigorous evaluation and for experienced clinicians.