A 4-Year Integrated Curriculum in Palliative Care for Medical Undergraduates

作者：Radwany Steven M^*; Stovsky Erica J; Frate Dean M; Dieter Kevin; Friebert Sarah; Palmisano Barbara; Sanders Margaret

来源：American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Care, 2011, 28(8): 528-535.

DOI：10.1177/1049909111406526

• palliative medicine curriculum
• hospice curriculum
• undergraduate medical education

In order to graduate physicians prepared to effectively address clinical issues in palliative medicine and to comply with LCME requirements, the Northeastern Ohio Universities Colleges of Medicine and Pharmacy (NEOUCOM) integrated a coordinated four-year palliative care (PC) curriculum. This report describes the development of the longitudinal curriculum and provides helpful resources and strategies to guide clinicians and administrators undertaking similar efforts. This is a retrospective, descriptive report based on data collected throughout development of the new curriculum. A Palliative Care Advisory Committee initiated development of curricula in PC. An Office of Palliative Care was established to assess and coordinate offerings. Curriculum transformation was based on best practices. Two cornerstone pieces are highlighted: a mandatory hospice experience and a case based small group discussion prior to graduation.

• 出版日期2011-12