Aging Couple Across the Curriculum

Gerontol Geriatr Educ. 2009;30(3):243-53. doi: 10.1080/02701960903133521.

Abstract

Aging Couple Across the Curriculum is a unique program designed around a couple who "age" a decade with each year of medical school. In these half-day sessions, students encounter the aging couple through a standardized patient experience. Interactive breakout sessions conducted by multidisciplinary professionals enhance student learning and appreciation of the contributions of the team of professionals. A panel of elder specialists provides personal insight into how they have overcome and/or adapted to various health-related problems. Evaluation measures have indicated that students are benefiting from the program and that it is affecting their attitudes in a positive way toward caring for older adults.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Age Factors
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Aging*
  • Curriculum*
  • Education, Medical*
  • Female
  • Geriatric Assessment*
  • Geriatrics / education*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Models, Educational
  • Program Evaluation
  • Schools, Medical*
  • Surveys and Questionnaires