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ArticleJNMA; journal of the Nepal Medical Association2024

Experience of Visiting an Urban Slum: A Medical Student's Perspective.

Prabuddha Bajracharya

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Article in JNMA; journal of the Nepal Medical Association, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Prabuddha BajracharyaPatan Academy of Health Sciences, Lagankhel, Lalitpur, Nepal.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Urban slums are densely populated areas characterized by inadequate housing, poor sanitation, and limited access to essential services. As part of the MBBS curriculum at Patan Academy of Health Sciences (PAHS), we visited an urban slum in Balkhu to assess the community's health-seeking behaviour, water facilities, and education. This article highlights the significance of such postings in equipping medical students with critical skills, including empathy, teamwork, and leadership, necessary for addressing the socio-economic determinants of health. The experience provided an invaluable opportunity to engage with real-world challenges, fostering a deeper understanding of the healthcare needs of underserved populations. These insights are vital to medical students in shaping a compassionate and socially responsible approach in their practice.

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Poverty AreasStudents, MedicalHumansUrban Populationcommunity health serviceshealth services accessibilitypatient-centered careslums

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PMID40655049
PMCPMC11665754

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