The revised Declaration of Helsinki marks a more informed, inclusive and recognized pathway to clinical research in the contemporary medical field. As clinicians, educators, researchers, administrators or a member of the healthcare community, it becomes our most important responsibility to become more aware and start the adaption of this revised codes. Adhering to these standards is essential not only for fostering public trust but also for upholding the integrity and credibility of medical research.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIndian Pediatr
November 2024
Graduate medical education is pivotal in shaping a physician's professional identity, an aspect that is often overshadowed by the emphasis on clinical skills. This manuscript addresses the critical role of medical educators as role models in developing professional identity among students using the ABC: Authenticity, Behavior, and Commitment. Authenticity demands consistency between personal beliefs and professional actions which fosters trust.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntegrating arts and humanities into medical education is a pragmatic approach that significantly enriches students’ learning experiences by enhancing their observational, interpretative, and empathetic skills. Engaging students in thoughtful dialogue become crucial at it not only enriches their understanding of human experiences and cultural contexts but also sharpens their communication skills – essential for effective patient interactions and collaborative healthcare environments. This article outlines twelve essential tips for medical teachers aimed at effectively facilitating discussions among students within the context of museum arts.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFGamification is emerging as an active learning innovation in medical education to enhance student engagement and promote life-long learning in a unique and collaborative environment. Clinical enzymology in biochemistry is one of the core topics in the medical curriculum. However, students face challenges in comprehension and retention of information.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Well-being is a multidimensional concept and has been extended to many areas. Student well-being has garnered attention over the last decade due to concerns that have been raised. Digital health interventions have the potential to enhance and improve student well-being.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFChatGPT, the new bustle in the field of technology, is attracting millions of users worldwide with its impressive skills to perform multiple tasks in a way that mimics human conversation. We conducted this study at two levels with direct and case-based questions from Obstetrics and gynecology to assess the performance of ChatGPT in the medical field. Our results suggest that ChatGPT has a good comprehension of the subject.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIndian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol
May 2024
Asian J Psychiatr
July 2024
Background: The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in psychiatry presents opportunities for enhancing patient care but raises significant ethical concerns and challenges in clinical application. Addressing these challenges necessitates an informed and ethically aware psychiatric workforce capable of integrating AI into practice responsibly.
Methods: A mixed-methods study was conducted to assess the outcomes of the "CONNECT with AI" - (Collaborative Opportunity to Navigate and Negotiate Ethical Challenges and Trials with Artificial Intelligence) workshop, aimed at exploring AI's ethical implications and applications in psychiatry.
Integration of ChatGPT in Respiratory medicine presents a promising avenue for enhancing clinical practice and pedagogical approaches. This study compares the performance of ChatGPT version 3.5 and 4 in respiratory medicine, emphasizing its potential in clinical decision support and medical education using clinical cases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArtificial Intelligence (AI) holds immense potential for revolutionizing medical education and healthcare. Despite its proven benefits, the full integration of AI faces hurdles, with ethical concerns standing out as a key obstacle. Thus, educators should be equipped to address the ethical issues that arise and ensure the seamless integration and sustainability of AI-based interventions.
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June 2024
Effective communication skills are pivotal in health care, particularly when conveying distressing information to patients and their families. However, medical education still lacks the adoption of a universal model that can be incorporated into the curricula to train and assess students in effectively communicating with patients. This study aims to assess the impact of training undergraduate medical students to deliver bad news effectively using the Empowering Medical students' skills in BReaking bAd news with Compassion and Empathy (EMBRACE) module.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Jaundice is a common condition that requires integrating knowledge of biochemistry, physiology, pathology, and general medicine. However, medical students face difficulty in learning with passive teaching methods. To enhance their learning, an educational story game that promotes active learning and assessment with immediate feedback was implemented.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBiochem Mol Biol Educ
April 2024
Innovations in medical education, including the integration of narrative-based tales, are transforming the way complex biochemical concepts are taught and understood. In this "Idea to Explore", the essence of integrating tales that personify molecules and depict biochemical processes as engaging stories to enhance student engagement, promote active learning, and improve knowledge retention is discussed. It also explores the effectiveness of scientific discovery games and traditional scientific stories in deepening students' interest in biochemistry.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn recent years, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into medicine has marked a transformative shift in healthcare practices. This study explores the application of ChatGPT 3.5, an AI-based natural language processing model, in the field of pathology, with a focus on Clinical Pathology, Histopathology, and Hematology.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRecognizing the growing value of game-based learning in medical education, this study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the innovation, "Aquilibria: The Battle to Balance," a creative narrative card and board game to help improve learners' understanding and application of the concepts of acid-base balance. In this mixed-method study, 120 first-year medical students participated. The innovation employed a card and board style integrated with a captivating story.
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