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As the public’s use of complementary and alternative medical (CAM) therapies has increased, and as research into the safety and efficacy of these modalities has intensified, medical schools are faced with the challenge of determining how best to integrate this information into the curriculum.  Some institutions have determined that CAM-relevant material can help achieve a number of desired educational objectives.  At Georgetown University School of Medicine and at the University of Washington, we have developed an 11 week experiential and didactic module that introduces medical students to a variety of mind body techniques (e.g., mindfulness meditation, autogenics and biofeedback, guided imageries, movement, and writing exercises) with the goal of enhancing professionalism by fostering student self-awareness, self care and improved stress management skills.  The course integrates basic science with experiential learning and each group of 10 students is facilitated by two trained faculty members from across the medical center (educators, researchers and clinicians).  Outcomes include increased student empathy and mindfulness, as well as a reduction in students’ perceived stress in medical school.  In addition to involving over one-third of the students, the program has expanded to include specific offerings for faculty and staff.

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NOTE:  This session is conducted in 3 Sessions.  The Saturday workshop will be followed up on with sessions on both Sunday and Monday afternoons.

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