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Date of Presentation
5-8-2025
Document Type
Article
Department
Medicine
Faculty Mentor
DenYelle Kenyon, PhD
Keywords
medical education, cultural competence, health disaparities
Subject Categories
Medical Education | Medicine and Health Sciences
Abstract
This study evaluates the intercultural patient care education at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine (USD-SSOM) through a mixed-methods survey of medical students. The research explores student perspectives on the importance, effectiveness, and preferred formats of intercultural education, with a focus on preparing future physicians to serve diverse and underserved populations. Findings reveal strong student endorsement of intercultural education but mixed satisfaction with current programming, particularly among female and non-white respondents. Students expressed a preference for longitudinal, required, and in-person education delivered in clinical and community settings. Topics such as Native American health disparities, LGBTQ+ care, and the role of Indian Health Services were identified as areas needing greater curricular emphasis. The study highlights the need for curriculum reform aligned with student preferences and suggests integrating public health education and diverse clinical placements to enhance intercultural competency.
Recommended Citation
Nerland, Andrew and Kenyon, DenYelle, "Developing Program Infrastructure for Effective Intercultural Education at the Sanford School of Medicine" (2025). Scholarship Pathways Program. 9.
https://red.library.usd.edu/spp/9