Language Modules for Medical Students in Michigan

Year: 2024

Resolution Number: 35

Action Taken: Approved as Amended

Status: In Progress

Author(s): Riya Chhabra, Patrick Gabriel, Zaheen Hossain, Tai Metzger, and Deepali Tailor

Sponsor: Nicklas Bara

On behalf of: Medical Student Section

Committee: E (Science and Education Affairs)

Resolved Section(s):
RESOLVED: That MSMS recommend medical schools in Michigan expose students to patients who do not speak English well during the pre-clinical and clinical training and teach students about the importance of removing linguistic barriers in patient care.

Fiscal Note: $1,000-$2,000

Resolution: View PDF for Language Modules for Medical Students in Michigan

For More Information, Contact:

Rebecca Blake , Senior Director
Health Care Delivery and Education
517-336-5732
rblake@msms.org