Teaching Social Determinants of Health before Graduation: the Learner's Perspective / 医学教育

ABSTRACT

In recent years, health disparity has become more obvious and people from diverse backgrounds suffer from various kinds of problems. It is crucial to foster doctors who can respond to social needs. I participated in a five-week elective course during his 3rd year of Juntendo University School of Medicine (2015). The course focused on health inequity and social determinants of health (SDH). As a student, I found it extremely important for medical students to learn about SDH. In this report, I will share my experiences as a junior doctor to reflect on what I learned then and how that affects my practice.