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4 . 2021
Editorial

Editorial

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Simulation technologies

THE IMPACT OF TRAINING USING SIMULATION TECHNOLOGIES ON THE EMOTIONAL STATE OF SURGEONS

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The article is devoted to the study of the influence of training using simulation technologies on the emotional state of surgical doctors. The results of an empirical study described in the article demonstrate significant differences in the level of anxiety and the degree of readiness to perform laparoscopic manipulations among doctors. The analysis of the results allows us to conclude about the positive impact of training using simulation technologies on the emotional state of surgeons.

Educational Technologies

ONLINE LEARNING DEVELOPMENTS IN UNDERGRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION IN RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: A BEME SYSTEMATIC REVIEW: BEME GUIDE NO. 69

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Background. The COVID-19 pandemic spurred an abrupt transition away from in-person educational activities. This systematic review investigated the pivot to online learning for nonclinical undergraduate medical education (UGME) activities and explored descriptions of educational offerings deployed, their impact, and lessons learned.

Methods. The authors systematically searched four online databases and conducted a manual electronic search of MededPublish up to December 21, 2020.

Two authors independently screened titles, abstracts and full texts, performed data extraction and assessed risk of bias. A third author resolved discrepancies. Findings were reported in accordance with the STORIES (Structured approach to the Reporting in healthcare education of Evidence Synthesis) statement and BEME guidance.

Results. 56 articles were included. The majority (41) described the rapid transition of existing offerings to online formats, whereas fewer (15) described novel activities. The majority (27) included a combination of synchronous and asynchronous components. Didactics (40) and small groups (26) were the most common instructional methods. Teachers largely integrated technology to replace and amplify rather than transform learning, though learner engagement was often interactive. Thematic analysis revealed unique challenges of online learning, as well as exemplary practices. The quality of study designs and reporting was modest, with underpinning theory at highest risk of bias. Virtually all studies (54) assessed reaction/satisfaction, fewer than half (23) assessed changes in attitudes, knowledge or skills, and none assessed behavioral, organizational or patient outcomes.

Conclusions. UGME educators successfully transitioned face-to-face instructional methods online and implemented novel solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although technology's potential to transform teaching is not yet fully realized, the use of synchronous and asynchronous formats encouraged virtual engagement, while offering flexible, self-directed learning. As we transition from emergency remote learning to a post-pandemic world, educators must underpin new developments with theory, report additional outcomes and provide details that support replication.

ANALYSIS OF THE LEVEL OF FORMATION OF UNIVERSAL COMPETENCIES INDICATORS IN MEDICAL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS BY THE MEDIA CONSUMPTION INDIVIDUAL STYLE

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During the introduction of new generation federal standards into higher medical education, the issue of integrating universal competencies into the educational program of a medical university in the field of «Clinical Medicine» becomes urgent. At the same time, it is impossible to consider the formation of a number of universal competencies without assessing indicators related to media competence. In our work, we examined the indicators of the media consumption individual style among medical students in terms of the duration of study at the university and the gender aspect. The data obtained indicate the congruence of the media competence of students at a medical university in the educational program, as well as the presence of certain gender differences, expressed in the fact that the reflexive criticality of media consumption is more pronounced in boys, and emotional and cognitive involvement in girls. It is shown that it is advisable to conduct metasubject classes on the II-III course, which contribute to an increase in the media competence of students at a medical university.

STUDY OF MEASURES OF PEDAGOGICAL INFLUENCE ON UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN THE ISSUES OF PREVENTION OF A NEW CORONAVIRUS INFECTION

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The authors of the article conducted a study to determine the attitude of students to the spread of coronavirus infection, the problem of social distancing, and the issue of vaccination. Pedagogical influence on the students is carried out in the process of informational and educational work by means of oral and print propaganda, electronic informational technology, by means mobile informational boards with simultaneous effects to auditory and visual analyzers. Measures of pedagogical influence are aimed at achieving positive changes in the consciousness of the population in matters of vaccination and at increasing the level of social responsibility in matters of preventive and protective precautions in the conditions of the spread of coronavirus infection. The article presents a qualitative and quantitative analysis of the results of a survey conducted to identify the level of awareness of first-year students about the origin, geography and rate of spread of a new coronavirus infection, about the symptoms of the disease and its prevention measures, about vaccination against COVID-19 as an effective method of protection.

EXPERIENCE OF CONDUCTING THE DISCIPLINE “CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY AND THE BASICS OF MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY" IN THE CONDITIONS OF DISTANCE LEARNING

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This paper examines the experience of conducting a new discipline "Clinical biochemistry and fundamentals of medical biotechnology" in the distance learning mode. The discipline belongs to the variable part of the educational program in the specialty 31.05.01.

The aim is to analyze the experience and results of the new discipline "Clinical Biochemistry and fundamentals of medical Biotechnology" in the framework of the activities of the Department of Biomedicine and Psychophysiology of the Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of the Russian Ministry of Health during the transition to distance learning.

Material and methods. The main interactive teaching methods and the results of the survey of students of the VI course of the medical and preventive faculty after passing the discipline are displayed.

Results. The experience of using distance education on the example of the discipline "Clinical biochemistry and fundamentals of medical biotechnology" has shown that a combination of modern distance learning methods is a necessary condition for the formation of mandatory competencies, as well as stimulating the active activity of the student both independently and in a team. Feedback in the form of a questionnaire allows you to adjust the use of various interactive teaching methods to increase its effectiveness. The choice of the preferred method is closely related to the subsequent choice of specialty and work in medical institutions as part-time nursing staff.

Conclusion. The main combinations of distance technologies are formulated depending on the involvement of students in medical activities as secondary medical personnel.

Professional Development

MOTIVATIONAL READINESS TO IMPLEMENT AN INTERDISCIPLINARY EDUCATIONAL TRAJECTORYTO MEDICAL UNIVERSITIES IN RUSSIA

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There is a growing need for medical practice and growing interest of doctors in the interdisciplinary principle of treatment and rehabilitation of patients in a single medical team, which makes it possible to increase the effectiveness of a personalized approach in the fight for the patient's health and improve his quality of life.

The aim. Forecasting the effectiveness of an interdisciplinary educational trajectory in the structure of training specialists in Russian medical universities among medical students as well as professional community representatives of various medical specialties.

Material and methods. The survey was carried out by automated electronic questionnaires «IMD-integration of medical disciplines» developed for dental and medical faculties students as well as for doctors of various specializations.

Results. The integral indicator of the questionnaire survey among students (n=797) and doctors (n=572) testified to the formation of students' skills to work in interdisciplinary teams of doctors as well as the relevance of developing an interdisciplinary approach in medicine at the postgraduate level.

Conclusion. The formation of an interdisciplinary educational trajectory in the structure of training specialists in Russian medical universities among medical students as well as professional medical community representatives of various medical specialties is relevant, timely and necessary.

Experience

STRATEGIES FOR RECRUITING AND DEVELOPING MEDICAL STAFF IN THE LEADING RUSSIAN PRIVATE CLINICS

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This article analyzes practices of personnel selection in the leading Russian private clinics and organization of their further training. High-quality service, and thus, high level of training of employees are crucial for these clinics and comprise their main competitive advantage. Each private clinic analyzed in the article has its own unique features, which are defined by its specialty, corporate culture, personnel selection methods, etc. However, several common rules can be distinguished. To ensure high quality of medical service, proper filters for personnel selection should be implemented from the beginning, new experience implementation and further training of medical personnel should be endorsed, working environment should be able to facilitate the constant exchange of experience and knowledge within one specialty and between related areas, and it is important to implement mentorship by the most qua lified experts who will constantly and carefully guide doctors and nurses to further professional growth and excellence.

METHODOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF TEACHING THE MODULE “ORGANIZATIONAL ASPECTS OF THE ACTIVITY OF A DISTRICT PHYSICIAN”

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Updating the regulatory framework governing the provision of primary health care, the introduction of digital technologies into the health care system prescribe the need for graduates of medical universities to have a number of competencies. The article describes the goal, objectives and structure of the module "Organizational aspects of the activity of a district therapist”, created at the Department of Social Medicine and Health Organization of the FSBEI HE PRMU MOH Russia. The module allows students to update the knowledge and skills necessary for university graduates to work in primary health care. Of special importance is the teaching of digital and distance technologies in healthcare, the study of which is of exclusive relevance in the context of the digital transformation of health care.

PRESSING ISSUES OF PRACTICAL DISCIPLINE DURING THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC

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The article presents the role of the discipline "Workshop on polyclinic therapy" in the educational process of a student of a medical university for mastering the skills of providing primary medical health care to the population on an outpatient basis during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results of the questionnaire survey of 6th year students of the Faculty of General Medicine in the main areas of activity of district therapists are demonstrated.

Point of veiw

PROFESSIONAL STANDARD “RADIOLOGIST”: DISCUSSION OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

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The aim of the work is to determine the place of the professional standard ''Radiologist" in the Licensing system of health care, namely, in terms of admission of biophysicists and cybernetic doctors to carry out medical activities in the specialty "Radiology". The presence of contradictions in the reguirements for education and training of the professional standard "Radiologist" and in the guatification reguirements for medical and pharmaceutical workers in the specialty "Radiology" was noted. It is shown that the professional standard shouldact as a defining regulatory legal act in terms of admitting individuals to carry out medical activities, and with which qualification requirements for medical and pharmaceutical workers in terms of requirements for professional education should correspond. Proposals are given for updating the professional standard "Radiologist", qualification requirements for medical and pharmaceutical workers in order to protect the interests of students in specialty programs in the specialties "Medical biophysics" and "Medical cybernetics", as well as the interests of the professional community.

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CHIEF EDITOR
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Balkizov Zalim Zamirovich
Secretary General of the Russian Society of Medical Education Specialists, Director of the Institute of Training of Medical Education Specialists of the Russian Medical Academy of Continuing Professional Education, 125993, Moscow, Russian Federation, Professor of the Department of Vocational Education and Educational Technologies of the N.I. Pirogov RNIMU of the MOH of Russia, CEO of GEOTAR-Med, Advisor President of the National Medical Chamber, Moscow, Russian Federation

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