To the point: Obstetrics and gynecology global health experiences for medical students

Brittany S. Hampton, Alice W. Chuang, Jodi F. Abbott, Samantha D. Buery-Joyner, Amie J. Cullimore, John L. Dalrymple, David A. Forstein, Nancy A. Hueppchen, Joseph M. Kaczmarczyk, Sarah Page-Ramsey, Archana Pradhan, Abigail Wolf, Lorraine Dugoff

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Abstract

This article, from the To the Point series prepared by the Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics Undergraduate Medical Education Committee, provides educators with an overview of considerations for obstetrics and gynecology global health experiences for the medical student. Options for integration of obstetrics and gynecology global health into undergraduate medical curricula are discussed. Specific considerations for global health clinical experiences for medical students, including choosing a clinical location, oversight and mentorship, goals and objectives, predeparture preparation, and evaluation, are reviewed.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)18-23
Number of pages6
JournalAmerican journal of obstetrics and gynecology
Volume211
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 2014
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • curriculum
  • global health
  • international
  • medical students
  • obstetrics and gynecology

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

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