Lived Experience and Patient Advocacy Module: Curriculum and Faculty Guide.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Medical teachers frequently tell learners how some of the greatest challenges in clinical care are not associated with the scientific details of biomedicine but are instead related to patient interactions and the human dimensions of illness and recovery. Beyond providing direct care, physicians sometimes serve as advocates and supporters for their patient as the patient navigates through the health care system. Opportunities to discuss and reflect on these aspects of medical practice may not arise in the course of clinical experiences.

Methods

This video module and accompanying lesson plan provide the basis for a structured session on patient-physician communication and patient advocacy. In the video, learners hear from a patient who experienced a life-changing

SUBMITTER: Gerber L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6338172 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature