Humanistic clinical training: a valuable contribution of the theory of medical-surgical persuasion

Abstract

A critical and forward-looking reflection on the article “Theory of Medical-Surgical Persuasion in Teaching” previously published in Anales de Medicina Universitaria (Vol. 4, Núm. 1, pp. 33–38). This proposal is recognized as a pedagogical innovation that addresses the challenges faced by medical students when performing clinical procedures in real-world settings by coherently integrating technical, ethical, and communicative dimensions. The benefits of incorporating strategies such as simulation, debriefing, self-recording, and the consideration of cultural diversity are highlighted, as these approaches promote informed decision-making and strengthen the physician–patient relationship. The importance of embedding these competencies into the formal curriculum of the health sciences is also emphasized, particularly in scenarios of high emotional or physical demand. Finally, the text suggests extending the application of this theory to other clinical specialties and advancing research that evaluates its pedagogical impact and effectiveness.