Transgender and non‐binary health care: A virtual objective structured clinical examination

Abstract

where they conducted patient interviews, provided wound care, and devised follow-up plans for future encounters. For senior students, learning was consolidated by delivering 'car talks', brief lessons on the health needs of unsheltered patients, to their pre-clinical peers while riding in the outreach van.Teaching compassionate communication was a core component of the elective. Students learned to value rapport-building through provision of food and clothing, referral to community organisations, and harm reduction. Through these experiences, students gained a nuanced perspective on the interplay between social and medical needs, a better sense of community resources, and a deeper understanding of how people experiencing homelessness navigate this system.