Review
Rheumatology
Patricia Harkins, Eoghan Burke, Richard Conway
Summary: Rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases are increasingly prevalent and burdensome, yet the quality of undergraduate musculoskeletal education remains inadequate. Urgent international collaboration and further research are needed to improve the education in this field.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RHEUMATIC DISEASES
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Jessica Beattie, Marley J. Binder, Lara Fuller
Summary: This review aims to synthesize literature on medical workforce outcomes of rural Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship programs and identify elements of medical education program design that positively influence rural workforce outcomes.
Review
Education & Educational Research
Joan Carles Trullas, Carles Blay, Elisabet Sarri, Ramon Pujol
Summary: Problem-based learning (PBL) is an effective and satisfactory methodology for medical education, with higher levels of student satisfaction compared to traditional lecture-based methods. However, there is limited high-quality scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness, and its implementation may be hindered by resource and training requirements.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Review
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Muna Alkhaifi, Adam Clayton, Emilia Kangasjarvi, Teruko Kishibe, Jory S. Simpson
Summary: The systematic review examined visual art-based training programs in undergraduate medical education, finding diverse program formats and content with common focuses on skills such as observation and empathy. Future programs incorporating visual arts may benefit from longer-term plans (over 6 weeks) that include guided artworks, reflection exercises, and group discussions for the development of core competencies.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Lisa Fonss Rasmussen, Louise Bang Grode, Jeppe Lange, Ishay Barat, Merete Gregersen
Summary: Transitional care interventions can reduce readmission rates among older medical patients, especially when the interventions are of high intensity, last at least 1 month, and target high-risk patients. However, the methodological quality of included studies is generally poor, indicating a need for more high-quality research to evaluate the impact of interventions.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Isobel Marion Harris, Heather McNeilly, Hani Benamer, Derek J. Ward, Alice J. Sitch, Jayne Parry
Summary: This systematic review examines the attitudes of senior hospital doctors in the UK towards teaching undergraduate medical students. Despite spanning 12 years, studies consistently show that consultants generally find teaching enjoyable, but time constraints remain a significant barrier. Consultants desire more recognition and training for their teaching efforts.
Review
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
George T. Voicescu, Martina Valente, Francesco Della Corte, Marco Becerril, Luca Ragazzoni, Marta Caviglia
Summary: Disaster Medicine (DM) is currently not given sufficient importance in medical school curricula worldwide, and there is a lack of standardized guidelines for DM courses. This study found that there is a gap in knowledge regarding the methodology used for developing DM courses for medical students. Most courses adopt a face-to-face teaching approach, but utilize different training modalities such as virtual reality simulations and drills.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2022)
Review
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Jessica Beattie, Marley Binder, Lara Fuller
Summary: This review examined the evidence on the medical workforce outcomes of rural LIC graduates and identified five themes. The findings suggest that rural LIC graduates are more likely to work in rural and primary care specialties compared to graduates from other training pathways. Strategic alignment of selection and training factors can further enhance these outcomes.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Sabine Herget, Melanie Nafziger, Stephanie Sauer, Markus Bleckwenn, Thomas Frese, Tobias Deutsch
Summary: The study found that the majority of medical students are open to even longer rural clerkships. Students who are younger, grew up in rural or small-town areas, can imagine working in rural areas in the future, and see general practice as a preferred or at least conceivable career option are more willing to complete longer rural clerkships. Financial and organizational issues, such as clerkship remuneration, cost of travel and accommodation, and accessibility by public transport, are important factors in increasing the attractiveness of rural clerkships. Experience reports from fellow students, social media, and informational events are considered the most suitable ways to promote rural teaching opportunities.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
James Ashcroft, Matthew H. Byrne, Peter A. Brennan, Richard Justin Davies
Summary: Training programmes focused on pandemic and disaster medicine for medical students have been shown to improve disaster preparedness, knowledge, and skills, as well as enhance attitudes. Studies suggest that properly trained medical students can play an essential role in pandemic management.
POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Education & Educational Research
T. Delungahawatta, S. S. Dunne, S. Hyde, L. Halpenny, D. McGrath, A. O'Regan, C. P. Dunne
Summary: E-learning has been widely used in undergraduate clinical medical education, showing great potential. Multimedia platforms and case-based approaches are the most common forms of e-learning, characterized by interactivity, asynchronicity, and accessibility from home. Successful students and preceptors need to have competence in use of technology, high motivation, and an open attitude.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sergio M. Navarro, Hashim Shaikh, Nory Klop-Packel, Hetvi Jethwani, Jimmy Wu, Jeffrey P. Sutton
Summary: The article reviews the application and impact of 3D printing in space medicine. Studies are categorized based on different environments, and the potential role of 3D printing in manufacturing surgical tools and splints is discussed.
ADVANCED MATERIALS TECHNOLOGIES
(2022)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Nathan J. Katz, Emma Neary, Natasha Tang, Heather Braund, Nicholas Cofie, Boris Zevin
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of educational interventions aimed at teaching management of patients with obesity to medical students. The findings supported the effectiveness of brief educational interventions, the value of video-clips, and the importance of in-person teaching in this context. The study also highlighted an increasing number of educational interventions aimed at teaching obesity management to medical students.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
I. R. Lee, H. W. Kim, Y. Lee, A. Koyanagi, L. Jacob, S. An, J. Shin, L. Smith
Summary: This study investigated the impact of COVID-19 on undergraduate medical education, highlighting changes in teaching methods and the variety of student-led educational activities.
EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Tauben Averbuch, Yousif Eliya, Harriette Gillian Christine Van Spall
Summary: This systematic review focused on characterizing bullying dynamics and consequences in academic medical settings. Bullying behaviors were described as abuse of authority that negatively impacted victims' education and career, with overwork being the most commonly reported pattern. Perpetrators were mainly consultants and men, while victims were commonly women. More methodologically robust trials of anti-bullying interventions are needed to address this issue effectively.
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Sanne Peters, Geraldine Clarebout, Bert Aertgeerts, Nele Michels, Peter Pype, Lorette Stammen, Ann Roex
TEACHING AND LEARNING IN MEDICINE
(2020)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Eralda Hegendorfer, Veronika VanAcker, Bert Vaes, Jean-Marie Degryse
Summary: In a Belgian cohort of community-dwelling adults aged 80 years and older, the prevalence of malnutrition risk was low. However, individuals with malnutrition risk had lower physical and cognitive performance. Malnutrition risk was not independently associated with hospitalization and mortality risks.
ACTA CLINICA BELGICA
(2021)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Liesje Coertjens, Marije Lesterhuis, Benedicte Y. De Winter, Maarten Goossens, Sven De Maeyer, Nele R. M. Michels
Summary: The study examines the utility of the comparative judgment method for assessing students' written self-reflections. It finds that this method requires more time, but allows raters to evaluate the quality of reflections more nuancedly.
TEACHING AND LEARNING IN MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Nele R. M. Michels, Roar Maagaard, Igor Svab, Nynke Scherpbier
Summary: General Practice/Family Medicine (GP/FM) is a vital discipline in primary health care system which requires highly qualified workforce. The definition of GP/FM is being revised along with the identification of core values such as person-centered care, continuity of care, cooperation in care, and community-oriented care. Teaching and training in GP/FM often focus on overarching themes and take place in specific contexts like community placements, primary care settings, and hospital wards.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Lotta Coenen, Louise Vanden Poel, Birgitte Schoenmakers, Arne Van Renterghem, Guy Gielis, Roy Remmen, Nele R. Michels
Summary: COVID-19 has had an impact on GP trainees and trainers in terms of education, workload, practice organization, and the role of GP in society. The survey results show that GP trainees and trainers have gained new learning opportunities during the COVID-19 pandemic, but they have also experienced increased work stress and administrative burden. The unfamiliarity with a new infectious disease and the disruption of general GP clinical activities due to COVID-19 care have created insecurity among GP trainers and trainees. They feel that GP activities during the pandemic were insufficient for their training. Mutual support exists between GP trainers and trainees, with additional support from direct colleagues.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Marijke Avonts, Nele R. Michels, Katrien Bombeke, Niel Hens, Samuel Coenen, Olivier M. Vanderveken, Benedicte Y. De Winter
Summary: This study investigates the impact of Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) on peer teachers' academic scores and competencies. The results suggest that higher achieving students are more likely to volunteer for peer tutoring and PAL has a positive impact on medical expert, collaborator, scholar, and professional roles.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Primary Health Care
Kimberley De Vocht, Katleen Verheyen, Nele R. Michels
Summary: This study explored the learning objectives and factors influencing the learning process of GP trainees during their hospital training. The results showed that GP trainees wanted to improve their knowledge of common conditions and preferred emergency medicine or internal medicine as their specialty. Regular meetings and supervision from hospital trainers were deemed crucial for their learning trajectory.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF GENERAL PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Issrae El Mouedden, Catherine Hellemans, Sibyl Anthierens, Nele Roos Michels, Ann DeSmet
Summary: COVID-19 has imposed a heavy burden on students and healthcare staff. This study investigates the levels of academic and professional burnout among medical students and residents, and explores the associations between burnout and involvement in COVID-19-related care, as well as the perceived impact of COVID-19 on studies and internships. The findings suggest that those involved in COVID-19 care experience higher levels of professional burnout and perceive a greater impact of COVID-19 on their studies and internships. However, there is no significant difference in academic burnout between those involved and not involved in COVID-19 care. Interventions are needed to address the burnout symptoms and meet the needs of students and residents in extreme situations.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Estefania Bautista-Valarezo, Maria Elena Espinosa, Nele R. M. Michels, Kristin Hendrickx, Veronique Verhoeven
Summary: This study aimed to develop culturally adapted flowcharts for traditional midwives in rural areas to improve clinical response to obstetric emergencies. Through four phases of implementation (Exploration, Planning, Action, Evaluation), 94 traditional midwives from southern Ecuador were trained, with 90% of participants reported using the flowcharts in the first year after training, with the most commonly used being for the recognition of warning signs of pre-eclampsia.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2022)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Vasiliki Andreou, Sanne Peters, Jan Eggermont, Mieke Embo, Nele R. Michels, Birgitte Schoenmakers
Summary: This study investigated the feasibility and consistency of using the CanMEDS key competencies as outcome measures for workplace-based medical trainings. The findings suggest that some competencies are not feasible for workplace assessment and there is inconsistency in assessing competencies across different training settings and phases. Further contextualization of the CanMEDS framework is needed before it can be implemented in workplace-based postgraduate medical trainings.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2023)
Article
Primary Health Care
Joanna Peart, Nele R. Michels, Karena Hanley, Cian Dolan, Julie Luyckx, Valerie Tanghe, Emma Peeters, Milda Burneikaite, Sonata Varvuolyte, Vesna Homar, Lucija Galic, Kamala Klobucar Kragelj, Geoff McCoombe, Nynke Scherpbier
Summary: This study investigates the views of GP trainees from Belgium, Ireland, Lithuania, and Slovenia on how their hospital experience contributes to their professional development as a GP. The study finds that despite additional challenges, the hospital rotation component of GP training is valued by trainees. The study highlights the need to ensure that learning from the hospital placements is placed firmly in the context of general practice.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF GENERAL PRACTICE
(2023)
Article
Respiratory System
Eralda Hegendorfer, Alexander Doukhopelnikoff, Jean-Marie Degryse
Summary: Breathlessness is a common symptom in older adults, but its multidimensional assessment has not been validated. This study applied and validated the Multidimensional Dyspnoea Profile (MDP) in a sample of adults 75 years and older in Belgium, confirming its reliability and concurrent validity with other tests.
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Estefania Bautista-Valarezo, Victor Duque, Veronique Verhoeven, Jorge Mejia Chicaiza, Kristin Hendrickx, Ruth Maldonado-Rengel, Nele R. M. Michels
Summary: This study explores the perspectives of traditional healers from the Shuar, Kichwa, and Mestizo ethnic groups in Southern Ecuador towards the formal health system. The findings highlight barriers to respectful collaboration between health professionals and traditional healers, including power inequalities, differences in health beliefs, and historical misunderstandings. Recognizing and addressing these barriers could lead to improved collaboration and patient outcomes.
BMC COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE AND THERAPIES
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Estefania Bautista-Valarezo, Victor Duque, Adriana Elizabeth Verdugo Sanchez, Viviana Davalos-Batallas, Nele R. M. Michels, Kristin Hendrickx, Veronique Verhoeven
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR EQUITY IN HEALTH
(2020)
Letter
Primary Health Care
Nele R. M. Michels, Nynke Scherpbier, Helena Karppinen, Jo Buchanan, Adam Windak
EDUCATION FOR PRIMARY CARE
(2020)
