Involving Medical Students in the Curriculum Development of Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine: An Exploratory Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Traditional, complementary and integrative medicine (TCIM) is acknowledged as integral parts of healthcare systems worldwide and thus increasingly integrated in medical education. Regarding undergraduate medical education, studies demonstrate the positive attitude of medical students toward TCIM and their general interest in it. However, their engagement in curriculum development has not yet been explored in this context.

Method

We conducted an exploratory qualitative descriptive study using a focus group discussion with fourth-year medical students to explore perspectives, experiences, and expectations in relation to a novel curriculum on TCIM at Fribourg University in Switzerland. The aim was to identify elements that could be of general importance for curriculu

SUBMITTER: Zurkinden E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12432310 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature