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  • Medical Education
  • Professionalism in Medicine

Background:

  • The new MBBS curriculum introduces a mandatory course: Attitudes, Ethics, and Communication (AETCOM).
  • This course spans across multiple academic years, emphasizing holistic development of medical professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the structure and objectives of the AETCOM course within the Indian MBBS curriculum.
  • To highlight the integration of 27 self-directed learning modules designed to foster essential professional competencies.

Main Methods:

  • Development of 27 comprehensive, self-contained modules for AETCOM competencies.
  • Emphasis on self-directed learning strategies for students.
  • Integration of formative and summative assessments within each module.

Main Results:

  • AETCOM competencies will be assessed through various methods including patient communication, counseling for organ donation, sensitive care delivery, and informed consent acquisition.
  • Each module details learning objectives, content, study hours, learning methods, and assessment strategies.
  • Resource materials are provided for accessible learning.

Conclusions:

  • The AETCOM course and its modules are mandated by new regulations to be integrated into the basic curriculum for Indian Medical Graduates.
  • Successful completion of AETCOM modules is expected to enhance the ethical and communication skills of future physicians.