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Reform of a traditional clinical curriculum in Japan: Experiences at Tokyo Medical and Dental University
Medical Teacher, 10/15/09

Farrell SE et al. – Surveys indicated that students were most engaged in history–taking, procedures, and case presentations. Observations revealed students' activities and teaching to be focused on students' case presentations. Perceived barriers to teaching included insufficient time and personnel. Respondents felt that patients were accepting students in their clinical care. This clinical reform effort includes an increase in students' interactions with patients through history–taking, and teaching through case presentations.

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