Teaching Medical Students about Health Literacy: 2 Chicago Initiatives
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| Title: | Teaching Medical Students about Health Literacy: 2 Chicago Initiatives |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Harper, William, Cook, Sandy, Makoul, Gregory |
| Source: | American Journal of Health Behavior. Sep-Oct 2007 31(1):S111-S114. |
| Availability: | PNG Publications. P.O. Box 4593, Star City, WV 26504-4593. Tel: 304-293-6988; Fax: 304-594-0570; Web site: http://www.ajhb.org/subscription.htm |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
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| Page Count: | 4 |
| Publication Date: | 2007 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Descriptive |
| Education Level: | Higher Education |
| Descriptors: | Curriculum Development, Medical Students, Curriculum Design, Literacy Education, Health, Patients, Teaching Methods, Medical Education, Physician Patient Relationship, Interpersonal Competence |
| ISSN: | 1087-3244 |
| Abstract: | Objective: To develop medical students' skills in interacting with individuals who have limited health literacy. Methods: Described are 2 novel approaches to health literacy curriculum design. Efforts at both schools have been implemented to improve medical student awareness of health literacy, as well as specific skills in clear communication and strategies that ensure patient understanding. Results: Preliminary data from one school suggest an increase in use of health literacy behaviors. Curriculum development at both schools is ongoing. Conclusion: The ultimate goal of these curricula is for students to develop the core skills necessary for effective communication with all patients. |
| Abstractor: | Author |
| Entry Date: | 2008 |
| Access URL: | https://www.ajhb.org/2007/31-s1.htm |
| Accession Number: | EJ786460 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Objective: To develop medical students' skills in interacting with individuals who have limited health literacy. Methods: Described are 2 novel approaches to health literacy curriculum design. Efforts at both schools have been implemented to improve medical student awareness of health literacy, as well as specific skills in clear communication and strategies that ensure patient understanding. Results: Preliminary data from one school suggest an increase in use of health literacy behaviors. Curriculum development at both schools is ongoing. Conclusion: The ultimate goal of these curricula is for students to develop the core skills necessary for effective communication with all patients. |
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| ISSN: | 1087-3244 |
