Table 1 Self-reported understanding of the essential elements in the Kalamazoo model of communication pre and post the academic half day (AHD) session.
From: Using television shows to teach communication skills in internal medicine residency
Competencies in the Kalamazoo Model | Pre-AHD: Median (IQR) | Post-AHD: Median (IQR) | P Value |
|---|---|---|---|
Build a relationship | 3 (2–4) | 4 (3–4) | 0.005 |
Open the discussion | 3 (2–4) | 4 (3–4) | 0.001 |
Gather information | 3.5 (3–4) | 4 (3–4) | 0.13 |
Understand the patient's perspective | 3 (3–4) | 4 (3.5–4) | <0.001 |
Share information | 3 (3–4) | 4 (4–4) | <0.001 |
Reach agreement on problems and plans | 3 (3–4) | 4 (3–4) | 0.005 |
Provide closure | 3 (2–4) | 4 (3–4) | <0.001 |