MCLIN 241 - CRITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS IN MEDICINE PART 3

[8 Hours]

LSUHSC New Orleans School of Medicine (LSUHSC-NO SOM) aims to educate students in order to produce culturally competent physicians who can deliver high quality care to all members of society regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, language, geographic origin, or socioeconomic background. Critical consciousness involves the ability to recognize and analyze systemic and institutional inequity and racism, as well as a commitment to take action against them. The Critical Consciousness in Medicine (CCM) course focuses on helping our students understand critical consciousness as it relates to the care and health of their future patients. Part 3 of the CCM course thread builds on concepts introduced in CCM Parts 1 and 2 and is followed by Part 4 with the ultimate goal of providing a cohesive 2-year curriculum in critical consciousness. CCM Part 3 is delivered by faculty and guest speakers. The course director and other faculty members develop and implement seminars for second year students throughout the first semester. The topics for seminars are determined by faculty. Seminars are facilitated by faculty and guest speakers in small groups, with a focus on pre-assigned reading materials and discussions based on prompt questions. Each student who participates is required to submit a written reflection on their learning and perspectives following each seminar. Students who participate in all discussions and submit all reflections within the required time frame will receive a Pass in the course. Examples of topics covered include special healthcare considerations for individuals with disabilities, and healthcare for individuals who are or have previously been incarcerated, healthcare for individuals who have immigrated, and language justice for individuals with limited English proficiency. Topics may be adjusted according to student needs and relevant social events.