This article describes several techniques used at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in an attempt to overcome the problem of dehumanization of young physicians in training. Finding the use of questionnaires, interview evaluators and simulated patients insufficient, the authors developed a caring skills curriculum. Practical skills in communication, understanding, listening and awareness are developed through a study programme utilizing videotapes, work-books, interrupted audiotapes and simulated patients.
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