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A nontraditional geriatric teaching model: interprofessional service/education sites
Journal of Medical Education
|June 1, 1981
Summary
Medical schools are developing interdisciplinary geriatric training programs to prepare healthcare students for the growing elderly population. This model ensures competency in geriatric care for future medical needs.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Geriatric Medicine
- Interdisciplinary Studies
Background:
- The American population aged 65 and over is steadily increasing.
- Healthcare professionals require specialized training to meet the needs of this demographic.
- Existing medical curricula may not adequately address geriatric care requirements.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a comprehensive, interdisciplinary geriatric training program model.
- To outline essential competencies for geriatric healthcare.
- To offer a framework for medical educators developing geriatric curricula.
Main Methods:
- Collaboration between the University of Maryland School of Medicine and five other campus professional schools.
- Development of a curriculum model with discipline-specific and interdisciplinary competencies.
- Integration of curriculum processes to ensure competency realization.
Main Results:
- A structured geriatric training program has been established.
- Defined basic minimum competencies for satisfactory geriatric care.
- A model for curriculum development is available for implementation.
Conclusions:
- The presented model offers a viable approach for medical educators.
- Interdisciplinary training is crucial for effective geriatric care.
- Proactive curriculum development is necessary to address the needs of the aging population.