Abstract
In this commentary, we explore the need for academic physicians to balance the needs
of their patients and of learners during surgery. We approach this discussion from
the perspective of the duty of care to the patient and reflect on methods to respect
this duty of care but still maximize the educational experience of the learner without
jeopardizing the patient's health. We also identify pedagogical methods to facilitate
this balance, both in routine situations and during unforeseen events.
Résumé
Dans ce commentaire, nous nous penchons sur la nécessité pour les médecins universitaires
de concilier les besoins de leurs patients et ceux de leurs apprentis pendant une
intervention chirurgicale. Nous abordons le sujet sous l'angle du devoir de diligence
envers le patient et réfléchissons à des façons dont ces médecins pourraient s'acquitter
de leur devoir tout en optimisant l'expérience d'apprentissage des étudiants, sans
jamais mettre en jeu la santé du patient. Nous proposons également des approches pédagogiques
favorisant cette conciliation, à la fois dans les situations courantes et en cas d'imprévu.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: September 28, 2016
Accepted:
June 24,
2016
Received:
April 20,
2016
Footnotes
Conflicting Interests: None declared.
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Copyright © 2016 The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada/La Société des obstétriciens et gynécologues du Canada. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
