Video-based doctor-patient scenarios are commonly used in medical education. These videos typically represent a clinical scenario that serves as a stimulus for a small-group discussion. However, the meaning of the videos extends beyond the learning situation and the particular patient case. Due to focus on biomedical problem-solving, disregard of the cinematic techniques, and the perceived separation between clinical and humanities aspects of medicine, many scenarios fail to portray the reality of medical practice and compassionate health care.
The project analyses selected video scenarios used in medical education, and develops new videos for the partnering medical schools.
Background
Video-based doctor-patient scenarios are commonly used in medical education. These videos typically represent a clinical scenario that serves as a stimulus for a small-group discussion. However, the meaning of the videos extends beyond the learning situation and the particular patient case. Due to focus on biomedical problem-solving, disregard of the cinematic techniques, and the perceived separation between clinical and humanities aspects of medicine, many scenarios fail to portray the reality of medical practice and compassionate health care.
The project analyses selected video scenarios used in medical education, and develops new videos for the partnering medical schools. Next to clinical teachers, the process involves interviews with patients. The project uses arts-based methods of data collection, analysis, and dissemination, contributing to the students holistic views both of the patient and themselves as a professional. It will be conducted in collaboration with Tampere University, Rice University, University of Texas and the University of Copenhagen. The project is funded by the Academy of Finland.
Funding source
Academy of Finland
Co-operators
Rice University
University of Texas
University of Copenhagen
Contact persons
DA, Adjunct professor / PI
Kaisu Koski
Kaisu.Koski [at] uta.fi
+358 50 318 7664