Ward-based clinical teaching in gynaecology: principles and practice

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Clinical Pedagogy
• Obstetrics & Gynecology

Background:

• Ward-based clinical teaching is a cornerstone of medical education.
• Its value persists despite evolving educational landscapes and patient expectations.
• Effective teaching benefits students, patients, and the healthcare system.

Purpose of the Study:

• To outline the planning and execution of a ward-based teaching session.
• To exemplify these principles using 'pregnancy of unknown location' as a case study.
• To explore applicable teaching models and microskill techniques.

Main Methods:

• Described the organizational steps for a ward teaching session.
• Detailed the follow-up and feedback mechanisms post-session.
• Applied clinical reasoning and preceptor knowledge domains to the teaching exercise.

Main Results:

• Demonstrated a structured approach to ward-based clinical teaching.
• Highlighted the integration of pedagogical principles and clinical scenarios.
• Showcased the utility of microskill techniques and clinical reasoning.

Conclusions:

• Successful clinical teaching hinges on sound pedagogical principles.
• Mutual trust and understanding are crucial for effective teacher-student interactions.
• Ward teaching remains an invaluable educational tool when well-executed.