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Modelling medicine.

Geoffrey Squires1

  • 1Institute for Learning, University of Hull, UK. G.T.Squires@hull.ac.uk

Medical Education
|October 31, 2002
PubMed
Summary
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This paper introduces a 3-dimensional model of medicine, exploring what doctors do, influencing factors, and procedural methods. This framework aids in analyzing clinical situations and medical education.

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Area of Science:

  • Philosophy of Medicine
  • Medical Education Theory

Background:

  • Aristotle's concepts of poiesis and techne suggest medicine is instrumental, contingent, and procedural.
  • This leads to fundamental questions about medical practice: actions, influencing factors, and methodologies.
  • These inquiries extend to other professional fields.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel 3-dimensional model of medicine.
  • To address core questions regarding medical practice and its influencing factors.
  • To provide a framework for analyzing clinical situations and medical education.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis forms the basis of this study.
  • The model's practical applications are illustrated with examples.
  • No empirical investigation was conducted.

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Main Results:

  • A tentative 3-dimensional model of medicine is proposed.
  • The model offers a comprehensive view of medical practice.
  • It provides a structure for analyzing clinical decisions and medical education.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed model offers a unique perspective on medicine.
  • It has potential applications in medical curriculum development and clinical analysis.
  • Further refinement is necessary for optimal use in medical education and practice.