Teaching medical professionalism
By: edited by Richard L. Cruess, Sylvia R. Cruess, Yvonne Steinert.
Contributors: Cruess, Richard L.; Cruess, Sylvia R. 1930-; Steinert, Yvonne, 1950-
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2008
Place of publication: Cambridge; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 326
ISBN-13: 9780521881043; 9780521707428
Subjects: Medical education; Physicians -- Professional ethics -- Study and teaching; Professional Competence; Education, Medical; Physician's Role
Description: This is the only book available to provide guidance to those designing and implementing programs on teaching professionalism. It outlines the cognitive base of professionalism, provides a theoretical basis for teaching the subject, gives general principles for establishing programs at various levels (undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing professional development), and documents the experience of institutions who are leaders in the field.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.