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A cost-effective emergency medicine clerkship
Journal of Medical Education
|April 1, 1985
Summary
Emergency medicine clerkships for medical students are becoming more structured. This study outlines a clerkship design including clinical, classroom, and evaluation components, with cost-effective implementation using technology.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Medical schools are developing emergency medicine faculties to enhance student training.
- Structured programs are needed for effective emergency medicine education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a comprehensive emergency medicine clerkship design.
- To outline essential components for medical student training in emergency medicine.
Main Methods:
- The proposed clerkship design integrates clinical instruction, classroom instruction, and evaluation.
- Optimal student scheduling and information technologies are utilized.
Main Results:
- The described clerkship design includes three core elements: clinical, classroom, and evaluation.
- The cost per student for classroom teaching and evaluation is $86.65 annually.
Conclusions:
- A structured emergency medicine clerkship is feasible and cost-effective.
- The integration of clinical and classroom learning with robust evaluation is key for medical student development in emergency medicine.