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Humanizing medicine: a special study module

R S Downie1, R A Hendry, R J Macnaughton

  • 1Department of Philosophy, University of Glasgow, UK.

Medical Education
|July 1, 1997
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This paper proposes a novel Medicine and Literature special study module (SSM) for medical schools, emphasizing a process-led educational approach. The innovative curriculum aims to enhance student development and broaden perspectives beyond traditional objectives.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Humanities in Medicine

Background:

  • Medical schools are implementing new curricula guided by Tomorrow's Doctors.
  • Special Study Modules (SSMs) are key components requiring innovative approaches.
  • Traditional objectives-led education models may not fully capture student development during SSMs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and justify an innovative SSM in Medicine and Literature.
  • To explore the educational impact, skills training, and personal development benefits for medical students.
  • To advocate for a process-led educational model over a standard objectives-led approach for SSMs.

Main Methods:

  • Joint design and concurrent implementation of the Medicine and Literature SSM across three Scottish medical schools (Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee).

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  • Development of course structure, content, and assessment procedures.
  • Proposal of a comprehensive reading list for the module.

    • Main Results:

    • The Medicine and Literature SSM is designed to be acceptable to medical faculties and students.
    • The course is justified in terms of its educational impact, skills development, and broadening of student perspectives.
    • A process-led model is presented as more appropriate for SSMs, focusing on student development throughout the module.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed Medicine and Literature SSM offers an innovative educational experience.
    • This SSM aligns with the General Medical Council's view of SSMs as opportunities for innovation.
    • A process-led approach enhances the educational value of SSMs by focusing on student growth and perspective broadening.