The teaching of communication skills in United Kingdom medical schools
- 1 July 1991
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in Medical Education
- Vol. 25 (4) , 311-318
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2923.1991.tb00072.x
Abstract
A survey was carried out of the teaching of communication skills in medical schools in the United Kingdom during the academic year 1989/90. Comparison with previous surveys shows a considerable development over the last 10 years. Departments of psychiatry and general practice continue to play a major part in such teaching. There was wide variation in educational objectives and in the curricular time available. Concern is expressed about the methods of assessment and the degree of integration between departments. Future plans and the perceived barriers are reported and the implications discussed.Keywords
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