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Veteran-centred content in medical education
Paula T Ross1, Monica L Lypson1,2
1University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.
The Clinical Teacher
|March 31, 2018
Summary
Veteran-centered care is crucial for optimal health outcomes. Healthcare providers should understand military culture and the transition from service to civilian life to improve care for former service members, especially for conditions like TBI and PTSD.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Healthcare Disparities
- Military Health
Background:
- Veteran-centered care is essential but often overlooked in medical education.
- Few medical schools incorporate military cultural competency into their curricula.
- Unique veteran experiences require specialized healthcare considerations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore veterans' perceptions of their healthcare experiences.
- To identify areas for improvement in veteran-centered care.
- To understand the impact of military culture on healthcare access and outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Conducted an 80-minute focus group with six US veterans.
- Utilized open-ended questions to gather perceptions on healthcare.
- Employed phenomenological analysis on a 31-page verbatim transcript.
Main Results:
- Veterans emphasized the importance of recognizing their military service in healthcare.
- Lack of military consciousness among providers acts as a barrier to care.
- The transition from military to civilian life and reintegration are critical factors.
Conclusions:
- Veteran-centered care improves health outcomes through accessible services and positive patient-provider interactions.
- Understanding military culture aids providers in contextualizing veteran experiences, including invisible wounds like TBI and PTSD.
- Enhanced training in veteran-centered care is necessary for medical professionals.
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