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Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care

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Published on: February 16, 2011

Exploring the theoretical framework of cultural competency training.

Patricia J Kelly¹

¹University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA. PJKelly@uams.edu

The Journal of Physician Assistant Education : the Official Journal of the Physician Assistant Education Association

|February 8, 2012

Summary

Physician assistant (PA) education increasingly requires cultural competency training. Following theoretical frameworks helps students understand diverse patients and reduce healthcare disparities.

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Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care

Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care

Published on: February 16, 2011

Area of Science:

Medical Education
Public Health
Sociology

Background:

Cultural competency is crucial in physician assistant (PA) education.
Implementing effective cultural competency training presents challenges for PA educators.
Theoretical frameworks guide the progression of cultural competency development.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline the importance and theoretical progression of cultural competency training in PA education.
To provide a framework for educators to implement effective cultural competency curricula.
To emphasize the role of cultural competency in reducing healthcare disparities.

Main Methods:

Review of theoretical frameworks for cultural competency.
Analysis of the stages of cultural competency development: awareness, knowledge, skills, and application.
Discussion of the impact of cultural competency on patient care in diverse populations.

Main Results:

Cultural competency training progresses through distinct theoretical phases.
Successful navigation of these phases leads to genuine understanding of culture.
Application of cultural knowledge and skills is essential for diverse patient care.

Conclusions:

Structured cultural competency training is vital for PA students.
Adherence to theoretical frameworks enhances student understanding and application of cultural competency.
Effective cultural competency training is a key strategy in mitigating health care disparities.