Objectives There is increasing emphasis on encouraging more active involvement of
patients in medical education. This is based on the recognition of patients as 'experts' in their …

Medical Education 2010: 44: 347–357 Objectives There are recognised difficulties in
teaching and assessing intimate examination skills that relate to the sensitive nature of the …

This chapter introduces the potential of simulation in medical education and in doing so
covers four key areas:(i) definitions and classifications (ii) application of educational theories …

Purpose: To explore graduate nurse practitioner students' perceptions of their experiences
when learning to perform pelvic examinations in the laboratory and performing them in …

Patient involvement in medical education is embedded within a broader context of both
policy and practice. This chapter considers the importance of actively involving patients in …

Gynaecological examinations are especially sensitive, both for the inexperienced student
and for the woman being examined. To assist the students in this process, we have …

Objective Musculoskeletal (MSK) complaints have high prevalence in primary care practice
(12%–20% of visits), yet many trainees and physicians identify themselves as weak in MSK …

Context An increasing number of graduating students are unable to competently and
confidently perform a pelvic examination. Gynaecology teaching associates (GTA s) teach …

Purpose Performing a gynecological exam is an essential skill for physicians. While
interventions have been implemented to optimize how this skill is taught in medical school, it …

Propolis is a resinous substance produced by bees that exhibits antimicrobial,
immunostimulatory and antioxidant activity. Its use is common in functional foods, cosmetics …