• Family medicine · Jun 2003

    A multidisciplinary, learner-centered, student-run clinic for the homeless.

    • Dana L Clark, Allegra Melillo, David Wallace, Stephen Pierrel, and David S Buck.
    • Department of Family and Community Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX 77098-3915, USA.
    • Fam Med. 2003 Jun 1; 35 (6): 394-7.

    Background And ObjectivesHouston Outreach Medicine Education and Social Services teaches students, in multidisciplinary teams, using the learner-centered model, to provide primary health care to the homeless.DescriptionThe founding and operational aspects of this educational intervention are presented.EvaluationStudent response to this service-learning program is assessed in terms of educational value using a survey and an analysis of student reflections. Clinical service activities are measured to demonstrate program efficacy.ConclusionsStudent participants, especially basic science medical students, value the program due to its contributions to their professional and personal education, as well as their increased understanding of biopsychosocial issues. Learners develop empathy, compassion, and heightened social awareness.

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