FCM896S

041214

This 2-unit elective is designed to assist students in becoming proficient in interviewing patients, conducting a physical exam and acquiring a medical history in the Spanish language. Student will use Canopy, a web based e-learning platform designed to improve the medical Spanish proficiency of health care students starting with a beginner, intermediate or advanced ability to communicate with patients in Spanish. Students are also required to keep in contact with their faculty mentor and practice with Standardized Patients. The online component with allow students to expand vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and cultural awareness while in-person interactions will give practice to solidifying understanding and demonstrating progress. The final exam will consist of a graded history and physical exam with a standardized patient in the Spanish language.

GRD - Medical Grading H, P, F, K

Medicine