Implementation of a Process-Oriented Cultural Proficiency Curriculum

Paul J. Hershberger, Elisabeth L. Righter, Teresa W. Zryd, David R. Little, Philip S. Whitecar

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Abstract

The authors implemented a process-oriented cultural proficiency curriculum in their family medicine residency program, emphasizing the understanding of each individual patient through skilled interviewing rather than promoting the acquisition of knowledge about specific cultural groups.

Original languageAmerican English
Pages (from-to)478-483
JournalJournal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved
Volume19
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - May 2008

Keywords

  • Cultural proficiency
  • Family medicine
  • Medical education
  • Patient-centered care

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