Table 3 Low frequency (<7%) observations from the immersion experience
From: Training a medical workforce to meet the needs of diverse minority communities
No. | Themes |
|---|---|
1 | Power differential between patient and doctor |
2 | Low priority on health care (related to personal health or in seeking medical attention when required) |
3 | Desirability of family support during a consultation |
4 | The use of traditional medicines and/or spiritual effectors (positive or negative) on health |
5 | Shared care of children, such that adults accompanying a child (seeking health care) may not be biologically related nor have a complete understanding of the history of the child |