| Theme |
Certification system for dialysis specialists ; its present status and future in Japan |
| Title |
Dialysis medical education and training school for clinical engineer students : current status and issues |
| Author |
Yoshihiro Tange |
Department of Medical Engineering, School of Health Science, Kyushu University of Health and Welfare |
| Author |
Shingo Takesawa |
Department of Medical Engineering, School of Health Science, Kyushu University of Health and Welfare |
| [ Summary ] |
Dialysis related medical education conducted in training schools for clinical engineers is made up of two components：laboratory and clinical training, as well as intensive lectures. At the Kyushu University of Health and Welfare, we provide an engineering curriculum focused on dialysis treatment. It is presented to students with high levels of motivation to gain the expertise necessary for providing life support. Clinical engineers must learn communication skills used in interviews with medical teams in the university. They are evaluated through written exams and an educational programm to provide a bridge between their education and the clinical environment. An essential part of this education is to make them integral parts of the medical team. Communication with patients and medical staff members is essential, for engineering evaluation, education, nurturing future clinical training leaders and advisors. This education will increase students' knowledge and expertise and ability to adapt in unforseen situations. |