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ArticleJournal of medical education and curricular development

A Unique Simulation Methodology for Practicing Clinical Decision Making.

Shimon Amar, Yuval Bitan

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Shimon AmarDepartment of Family Medicine, Siaal Research Center for Family Medicine and Primary Care, and The Haim Doron Division of Community Health and Joyce and Irving Goldman Medical School, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5764-9976
Yuval BitanDepartment of Health Policy and Management, Guilford Glazer Faculty of Business and Management, and School of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7053-7012

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Abstract

backgroundWhile bedside teaching offers invaluable clinical experience, its availability is limited. Challenges such as a shortage of clinical placements and qualified teaching physicians, coupled with increasing medical student numbers, exacerbate this issue. Simulation-based learning encompasses varied educational values and has the potential to serve as an important tool in medical students' education.

objectivesIn this study, we evaluate a new Clinical Decision Making Integrated Digital Simulation (CDMIDS) method that was developed in order to enhance the clinical decision-making competency and self-confidence of medical students early in their clinical training through practicing fundamental core skills.

methodsThe study compares 108 4th-year medical students' questionnaire responses pre-/postself-assessments following practice of a new clinical decision-making simulation methodology.

resultsResults indicate a positive participant experience, with the simulation perceived as a valuable platform for practicing integrated bedside decision making. Notably, participants demonstrated a statistically significant increase in willingness to make clinical decisions. The simulation contributed to enhanced knowledge, professional skills, and self-confidence in clinical decision making.

conclusionThe use of a CDMIDS method integrates clinical decision making as part of early medical school curriculum. Moreover, the method boosts learners' professional confidence, self-directed learning, and additional experiences. The method is flexible and can be applied in any medical school, especially those with limited resources, by making specific, localized modifications.

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CDMIDS—clinical decision making integrated digital simulationclinical decision makingdigital medical simulationmedical simulationself-confidence

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