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Table 4 Secondary Learning Topics. In addition to adopting primary topics, medical learners may also be able to

From: An undergraduate medical education framework for refugee and migrant health: Curriculum development and conceptual approaches

Learn from and work collaboratively with interpreters and settlement workers

Acknowledge challenges in providing care for refugee and migrant populations and continuously work towards overcoming such challenges

Obtain updated information on pertinent information from refugee health and policy, as well as understand how they may impact care

Offer referral services for refugee and migrant families who may require additional counselling and psychological based services

Describe the various resources in the community to support refugees with the aim to improve health outcomes

Understand local vaccination guidelines and approaches for refugees and migrants

Develop an appreciation for how to advocate for refugee clients with letter writing including supporting legal, social and personal needs, including housing, literacy, and citizenship

Gain an understanding of health equity and how system level changes led by socially accountable physicians can lead to improved health outcomes for refugees and migrants

Identify key patient centered factors when reviewing the latest refugee and migrant specific evidence-based guidelines