The patient as ally--Learning the pelvic examination

Article Abstract:

Many medical students rarely get an opportunity to perform a pelvic examination, either because their instructors are reluctant to ask patients if a medical student can examine them or because the patients decline. One way to address the problem is clear communication between the students, who must learn to respect and appreciate the patients who help them hone their skills, and the patients who can become partners in the education of physicians.

Medical examination, Medical students, Study and teaching, Pelvis

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Volunteering overseas - Lessons from surgical brigades

Article Abstract:

A group of surgeons evaluates a number of children from overseas whom local heath care workers have identified as potential candidates for surgery, primarily the repair of cleft lips and palates. Most volunteer surgeons simply steer clear of cases that carry a high risk of complication to a protracted recovery.

Surgeons

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Surviving torture

Article Abstract:

A doctor acknowledges that most health care professionals avoid the reality of torture survivors. Physicians should identify and treat torture survivors in a holistic manner.

Care and treatment, Torture victims

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