Table 1 Communication programme in year 1

Topics in sessions:

   • Evidence for patient-centred interviewing

   • Skills for communicating with patients

○ Non-verbal

○ Verbal

   • Giving and receiving feedback

   • Making presentations

Educational methods:

   • Lectures

   • Readings

   • Small group discussions

   • Role-play – observing, interviewing, facilitating feedback

   • Interviews with simulated patients – actors and volunteers

   • Videotape review

   • Written reflections