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Apurba Patra1, Adil Asghar2, Priti Chaudhary1
1All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bathinda, India.
Medical Science Educator
|June 18, 2024
Summary
Surface anatomy knowledge is crucial for safe clinical practice and interpreting medical images. Current teaching methods are insufficient, necessitating innovative approaches to improve student understanding and retention of this vital medical skill.
Area of Science:
- Anatomical Education
- Clinical Anatomy
Background:
- Surface anatomy knowledge is essential for effective clinical practice and medical imaging interpretation.
- Despite advancements like ultrasound, foundational surface anatomy expertise remains critical for procedural success and patient safety.
- Evidence-based surface anatomy education is currently underemphasized in anatomical science curricula.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current methodologies for teaching surface anatomy to students.
- To highlight the need for improved and innovative pedagogical strategies in surface anatomy education.
Main Methods:
- This study employed a narrative review methodology.
- It synthesized existing literature on surface anatomy teaching and learning approaches.
Main Results:
- Various methods are used to teach surface anatomy, but no single best practice has been identified.
- There is a recognized gap in the effective impartation of evidence-based surface anatomy knowledge.
Conclusions:
- Innovative educational strategies integrating modern technology are needed to enhance surface anatomy comprehension and long-term clinical utility.
- Future efforts should focus on developing and validating novel approaches to surface anatomy education for improved clinical outcomes.
