Author:
Liew Siaw Cheok,Tan Maw Pin,Breen Emer,Krishnan Kuhan,Sivarajah Inthirani,Raviendran Nivashinie,Aung Thidar,Nimir Amal,Pallath Vinod
Abstract
Abstract
Background
Virtual consultation is a synchronous mode of telemedicine provided remotely via information and communication technology. The projected growth of digitalization in healthcare delivery, however, necessitates medical student training in virtual consultation (VC) to ensure safe and effective patient care. This study describes the implementation and preliminary evaluation of a competency-based VC training module for undergraduate medical students.
Methods
A newly developed six-week VC module was implemented online through asynchronous microlearning and synchronous simulation-based experiential learning modalities. Clinical students in years 4 and 5 and fresh graduates, who had not started pre-registration house officer or residency programmes, were invited to participate. Training outcomes using checklist-based video-recorded assessments of VC encounters between medical students and simulated patients were compared. Each video was independently assessed by two facilitators trained in VC teaching and assessment, using a direct observed virtual consultation skills checklist derived from established VC competencies. The participants completed course evaluations electronically as additional outcome measures.
Results
Fifty-two clinical phase medical students and alumni completed both the instructional and practical phases of this module. Altogether, 45 (95.7%) students found the module beneficial, and 46 (95.9%) reported increased self-efficacy for conducting VC. In total, 46 (95.9%) students would recommend the course to others. Post-test results showed a significant increase in the students’ abilities to conduct a VC (t-test = 16.33, p < 0.05).
Conclusion
Microlearning and simulation-based sessions were effective instructional delivery modalities for undergraduate medical students in their attainment of VC competencies.
Funder
Perdana University Malaysian Medical Association Grant
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Education,General Medicine
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