A survey of pre-departure training provided to U.S. medical students participating in global health electives Article Swipe

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Taylor Goller , Alexandra Miller , Maya Moore , Anne Dougherty ·

YOU? · · 2016 · Open Access · · DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aogh.2016.04.075 · OA: W2510648962

0.03).Both decreases in concern were found to be statistically significant.All other concerns did not change pre-trip to post-trip.Interpretation: Since the prevalence of ISLTs is increasing, the need to address student concerns becomes more compelling.This study highlights the importance of ensuring that students who attend ISLTs overcome their pre-trip concerns.Furthermore, reducing these concerns would allow them to focus on providing healthcare to an underserved population abroad.A global health curriculum would be an effective method to address student concerns.In conclusion, the results of this study are encouraging for the future of ISLTs, as they ultimately help create more globally committed physicians.