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End-of-Life Issues in UK Medical Schools
George E Dickinson1, Elizabeth S Paul2
1Department of Sociology and Anthropology, College of Charleston, Charleston, SC, USA dickinsong@cofc.edu.
The American Journal of Hospice & Palliative Care
|April 15, 2014
Summary
UK medical schools are addressing end-of-life (EOL) care education, with increased focus on palliative care and hospice patient interaction. This indicates progress in preparing future physicians for critical patient needs.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Palliative Care Research
- End-of-Life Studies
Background:
- End-of-life (EOL) education is crucial for medical professionals.
- Previous studies highlighted varying levels of EOL curriculum in UK medical schools.
- Assessing the current status is vital for curriculum development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the current state of end-of-life (EOL) issues in United Kingdom medical schools.
- To identify trends in EOL education since the year 2000.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive study design was employed.
- A brief questionnaire was distributed to all 31 UK medical schools in Spring 2013.
- Data were analyzed using frequency distributions.
Main Results:
- All UK medical schools provide some education on dying, death, bereavement, and palliative care.
- Palliative medicine specialists and palliative care nurse specialists are key team members.
- Hospice participation is common, with increased time spent with hospice patients.
Conclusions:
- UK medical schools demonstrate a commitment to addressing end-of-life (EOL) issues in their curricula.
- Findings provide valuable insights for institutions refining their EOL educational offerings.
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