Psychosocial Medicine

Catalog description

This course will study the diverse cultural, ethical, and psychosocial issues that affect the patient encounter and the evolving clinician-patient relationship. We will examine the powerful influence of the patient's cultural and social context on the development and management of disease. We will also examine clinician factors, such as implicit and explicit bias, and how this might impact the care we provide. Effective communication skills, approaching and navigating challenging situations, and adaptability are exceptionally important aspects of the clinical encounter. We will utilize interactive class discussions, discussion boards, and small group interactions to explore these concepts. This course is delivered on-line in a synchronous format.