Empathy in medical education: Does it need to be taught? - Students feedback on AETCOM module of learning

Shilpa, M; Raghunandana, R; Narayana, K

doi:10.5455/njppp.2021.11.11336202015122020

Natl J Physiol Pharm Pharmacol

2020

DOI: 10.5455/njppp.2021.11.11336202015122020

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Empathy in medical education: Does it need to be taught? - Students feedback on AETCOM module of learning

M Shilpa¹,

R Raghunandana²,

K Narayana³

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Reflective narratives on unfolding ethics case vignettes: integration into the physiology course of first-year medical students

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Savitha

2022

Advances in Physiology Education

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Background: Reflective narrative writing on unfolding ethics case vignettes has the potential to promote values like empathy among medical students, which will prove useful in their future. Objective: To explore the scope of guided reflective narratives on unfolding ethics case vignettes integrated into physiology teaching, to promote empathy among first year medical students. Methods: First year medical students (n=150) were presented with unfolding case vignettes exploring ethical issues, as part of their Physiology curriculum, with questions and prompts for a guided reflective narrative. Feedback about the programme was obtained through a semi-structured questionnaire. The contents of the students' reflective narratives and feedback were analyzed. Results: The narratives revealed that students empathized with the various individuals involved in medical treatment and research which was also reflected in student feedback (n = 116; 79%) and high Likert scale scores (74%). The programme was considered effective by students, in broadening their perspective and promoting critical thinking (n = 129; 88%). Through analysis of reflections a rubric, that would enable the evaluation of students' empathy on a scale of increasing ability to look at a situation from another's point of view, emerged. This rubric could be used to quantitatively assess the impact of similar programmes. Conclusion: Although divided in their individual opinions, the study population was able to relate to all individuals involved in medical practice and research, recognising the need for fair and ethical practices. The content analysis led to the development of a rubric to grade empathy.

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Reflective narratives on unfolding ethics case vignettes: integration into the physiology course of first-year medical students

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Savitha

2022

Advances in Physiology Education

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Perceptions of Attitude, Ethics, and Communication (AETCOM) Modules Among Indian Medical Graduates in Their First Professional Year: An Educational Observational Study

Udgiri,

Ganganahalli

2024

Cureus

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Background The National Medical Commission (NMC) of India has redesigned the graduate medical education program to equip Indian medical graduates with essential information, skills, attitudes, values, and responsiveness as physicians in their initial interactions with the community. Central to this initiative is the Attitude, Ethics, and Communication (AETCOM) module, designed as a guide for educators and institutions to implement a comprehensive, long-term program. This aims to ensure that students develop competency as clinicians, leaders, team players, communicators, lifelong learners, and professionals. Objectives The aim of this study is to evaluate students’ perceptions of the AETCOM modules during their first year. Methodology This cross-sectional study was conducted at BLDE (Deemed to be University), Vijayapura, India, utilizing self-administered, semi-structured questionnaires for data collection. The study included second- and third-year medical students, with all respondents who submitted their responses being included in the study. The total sample size comprised 123 students. Results Ninety-eight percent of the students agreed that the NMC had taken excellent initiative with the AETCOM module and found its duration sufficient. They suggested that the teaching-learning techniques should include more interactive sessions. Conclusions Feedback from the AETCOM module is crucial for enhancing its effectiveness, and it should be gathered from all medical colleges to propose necessary improvements.

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Empathy in medical education: Does it need to be taught? - Students feedback on AETCOM module of learning

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Reflective narratives on unfolding ethics case vignettes: integration into the physiology course of first-year medical students

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Perceptions of Attitude, Ethics, and Communication (AETCOM) Modules Among Indian Medical Graduates in Their First Professional Year: An Educational Observational Study

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