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Twelve tips for developing a clinical teaching programme in a day surgery unit
1University Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, Dundee, Scotland, UK. j.a.dent@dundee.ac.uk
Medical Teacher
|August 2, 2003
Summary
UK healthcare policy is expanding day care services. This paper offers 12 tips for developing clinical teaching programs in day surgery units, addressing staff, resources, and educational opportunities for medical undergraduates.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Healthcare Policy
- Ambulatory Care
Background:
- UK healthcare policy is shifting towards increased day care services.
- Traditional inpatient settings present challenges for undergraduate clinical teaching.
- Ambulatory care settings, specifically day surgery units, offer potential for clinical education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide guidance on establishing a structured clinical teaching program within day surgery units.
- To outline practical strategies for preparing, delivering, and evaluating such programs.
- To identify the implications for staff, resources, and educational opportunities in this setting.
Main Methods:
- The paper presents 12 practical tips for implementing clinical teaching in day surgery.
- It details considerations for program preparation, delivery, and evaluation.
- The authors discuss the impact on staffing and resource allocation.
Main Results:
- A structured clinical teaching program can be effectively developed in day surgery units.
- The paper offers a framework and actionable advice for educators.
- Key considerations for staff, resources, and educational outcomes are highlighted.
Conclusions:
- Day surgery units are a viable and valuable resource for undergraduate clinical teaching.
- Implementing structured programs requires careful planning regarding staff and resources.
- This approach addresses the challenges of clinical education in an evolving healthcare landscape.
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