| Title | Developing a Comprehensive, Inclusive, and Trauma-Informed Pelvic Examination Training Video for UBC Medical Students |
|---|---|
| Faculty/College/Unit | Applied Science |
| Status | Active |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Initiation | 04/01/2026 |
| Project Summary | Pelvic examinations are an essential component of gynecologic healthcare, yet studies show gaps in pelvic examination knowledge and skills among physicians — exacerbating inequities in access to care and worsening patient experiences. Based on our team’s review and consultations with the UBC Faculty of Medicine Clinical Skills Advisory Council, the current UBC medical pelvic examination curriculum is outdated and incomplete. Additionally, it lacks attention to cultural safety, gender inclusivity, and trauma-informed approaches. This project aims to develop a comprehensive and inclusive patient-oriented, culturally safe, and trauma-informed educational video to teach medical students how to perform pelvic examinations accurately and respectfully. The video will provide step-by-step demonstrations of examination components, highlight normal and abnormal findings, and include adaptations for various populations (e.g., adolescents, gender-diverse). By integrating culturally safe and trauma-informed practices, this resource will strengthen both technical and interpersonal skills, helping future physicians deliver inclusive and compassionate gynecologic healthcare for all. |
| Funding Details | |
| Year 1: Project Year | Year 1 |
| Year 1: Funding Year | 2026/2027 |
| Year 1: Project Type | Small TLEF |
| Year 1: Principal Investigator | Natasha Orr |
| Year 1: Funded Amount | 50,000 |
| Year 1: Team Members | Natasha Orr, Postdoctoral Fellow, Nursing, Faculty of Applied Science |