[A MODEL FOR TRAUMA- SENSITIVE MEDICAL EXAMINATION TUTORING STRATEGY]

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Psychology
• Women's Health

Context:

• The patient-doctor relationship is crucial for information exchange and decision-making.
• Sensitive medical situations, particularly in gynecology, can exacerbate knowledge and emotional gaps between patients and physicians.
• Recent events have intensified these challenges, highlighting insufficient current training for medical professionals.

Purpose:

• To develop a comprehensive learning model for trauma-informed treatment in healthcare settings.
• To equip healthcare providers with the skills and tools to effectively manage patients who have experienced trauma.
• To address the emotional and professional needs of clinicians in sensitive patient encounters.

Summary:

• A training model was developed focusing on trauma identification, communication skills, and therapist self-processing.
• Workshops included lectures, patient testimonies, and simulations to facilitate learning.
• The training involved 27 residents and 35 senior gynecologists from various institutions.

Impact:

• Participants reported enhanced professionalism, improved patient care, and a greater ability to identify and manage patients with trauma.
• The study recommends national-level implementation of trauma-sensitive training for gynecologists and other medical professionals.
• This initiative aims to improve the patient-doctor dialogue, enhance professional skills, and elevate the quality of medical services nationwide.