Integrating human values in medical education: a physician preceptor program.
The Physician Preceptor Program is a preclinical elective integrating human values into medical education. Through an interdepartmental effort, a one-on-one, mentor-type learning model has been established. Home visits, journal keeping, office visits, and round table discussions are integral components of the course. All participants are enthusiastic about the benefits of the program.
Quinby
P M
PM
Department of Family Practice, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Kentucky 40292.
Kurfees
J F
JF
D003479:Curriculum; D004504:Education, Medical, Undergraduate / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D007629:Kentucky; D011231:Preceptorship; D012945:Social Values