Introduction to the Care of Patients

Harvard HMS

Required course for HST/MD 1st year candidates only. Provides an introduction to the care of patients through opportunities to observe and participate in doctor-patient interaction in clinical settings and a longitudinal preceptorship experience with HST alumni physicians. Students are exposed to some of the practical realities of providing patient care. Topics include basic interviewing, issues of ethics, bias and confidentiality, and other aspects of the doctor-patient relationship. The…