Teaching tip: making the most of hospital rounds

J Vet Med Educ. 2013 Summer;40(2):145-51. doi: 10.3138/jvme.0113-027R.

Abstract

Effective clinical teaching rounds are facilitated by adequate and specific orientation, a positive climate, interpersonal rapport, and dynamic discussions. Using fewer and better-quality questions also promotes effective learning and saves valuable time, while providing multiple opportunities for student engagement and for assessing student performance. This paper provides a brief review of these key points and offers tips and examples for clinicians or other team members leading conference room rounds sessions in veterinary settings.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Clinical Competence
  • Communication*
  • Education, Veterinary / methods
  • Education, Veterinary / standards*
  • Hospitals, Animal
  • Humans
  • Learning*
  • Teaching Rounds / standards