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If instruments could talk: Trace-based communication and its implications in the curriculum for trainee-supervisor
Sayra Cristancho1, Natashia Seemann2, Taryn Taylor3
1Department of Surgery, Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Centre for Education Research & Innovation (CERI), Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, Canada.
Medical Teacher
|October 31, 2024
Summary
Effective healthcare communication involves more than words. Trace-based communication (TBC), using objects to convey messages, enhances non-verbal interactions and can improve training. This method offers new possibilities for learning.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Communication
- Semiotics
- Medical Education
Background:
- Effective communication in healthcare relies on both verbal and non-verbal cues.
- Non-verbal communication extends beyond body language to include the use of objects, termed trace-based communication (TBC).
- Verbal communication can be limited in certain healthcare scenarios.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and define trace-based communication (TBC) in the context of healthcare.
- To explore the potential of TBC in enhancing trainee-supervisor interactions.
- To inform medical curriculum design by highlighting the benefits of TBC.
Main Methods:
- This paper presents reflections based on research and practical application of TBC.
- It draws upon semiotics literature to define TBC.
- The study is a perspective paper, offering insights from experience.
Main Results:
- Trace-based communication (TBC) offers a novel approach to non-verbal communication in healthcare.
- TBC has the potential to enrich trainee-supervisor interactions.
- Utilizing TBC can lead to improved communication strategies in medical training.
Conclusions:
- Trace-based communication (TBC) is a valuable, underutilized aspect of healthcare communication.
- Integrating TBC into medical education can enhance learning experiences and professional development.
- Further research and curriculum development are warranted to explore TBC's full potential.
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