Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Andri Dermawan Author-Name: Yasdinul Huda Author-Name: Yeka Hendriyani Author-Name: M Giatman Author-Name: Ifdil Ifdil Author-Name: Wiki Lofandri Title: Experimental Evaluation Of Cloud-Integrated Iot Training Modules For Advancing 21st-Century Skills In Higher Education Abstract: Introduction: The accelerating shift toward Industry 4.0 compels higher education to adopt innovative technologies that foster critical 21st-century competencies, including problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and digital literacy. While the Internet of Things (IoT) and cloud-based platforms are widely implemented in industrial domains, their integration into educational training modules remains underexplored. Objective: This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of cloud-integrated IoT training modules in enhancing university students’ 21st-century skills. Method: A quasi-experimental research design with pre-test and post-test control groups was conducted involving 120 undergraduate engineering students from two institutions. The training modules were developed with web server and cloud platform integration to enable real-time data acquisition, remote monitoring, and interactive learning experiences simulating authentic engineering practices. Data were collected through standardized 21st-century competency assessments, system usage analytics, and structured student feedback questionnaires. Results: Analysis using ANCOVA indicated a significant improvement in critical thinking (p < 0.01), problem-solving (p < 0.01), and collaboration skills (p < 0.05) in the experimental group compared to the control group. Qualitative feedback further revealed that students perceived the modules as engaging, relevant, and supportive of real-world skill development. Conclusions: The findings demonstrate that cloud-integrated IoT training modules not only enhance essential 21st-century competencies but also provide scalable solutions for technology-driven curriculum innovation in higher education. This research enriches the literature on IoT-based learning environments and offers practical implications for educators seeking to integrate Industry 4.0 technologies into teaching and learning practices. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 802 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025802 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:802:id:802 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: John Jr. G. Adil Title: AI in Education: A Systematic Literature Review of Emerging Trends, Benefits, and Challenges Abstract: Introduction: artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping education by enabling personalized learning, improving instructional practices, and automating academic and administrative tasks. Despite its accelerating adoption, evidence on AI’s effectiveness, challenges, and broader implications remains fragmented across technologies, contexts, and outcomes. Method: this study conducted a systematic literature review of peer-reviewed publications from January 2020 to August 2024, following PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Searches across Scopus, Web of Science, IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect, SpringerLink, ERIC, and the first 100 Google Scholar results were screened, appraised, and synthesized thematically. Thirty-nine studies meeting the inclusion criteria were analyzed. Results: the synthesis revealed emerging trends in AI applications spanning special education, K–12 schooling, higher education, vocational training, and language learning. Reported benefits included personalized learning pathways, improved pedagogy and assessment, enhanced feedback mechanisms, reduced administrative workload, and increasing emphasis on AI literacy for both educators and students. Persistent challenges involved infrastructural limitations, inadequate teacher training, algorithmic bias, ethical and data-privacy concerns, and inequities in access. Notable research gaps included a shortage of classroom-based empirical evidence, limited ethical frameworks, underrepresentation of marginalized populations, and insufficient strategies for AI literacy development. Conclusions: AI holds transformative potential to enrich teaching, learning, and educational equity. Realizing this promise requires targeted investments in infrastructure and teacher professional development, integration of AI literacy into curricula, and the establishment of robust ethical and governance frameworks. Expanding empirical research—particularly in underrepresented contexts—will be critical to ensuring AI’s responsible and inclusive integration into education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 795 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025795 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:795:id:795 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gisela Consolación Quintero Arjona Author-Name: María Gladys Cochancela Patiño Author-Name: María Elisa Arias Roura Title: Dyslexia and Learning Health: Analysis of Teacher Profiles through Latent Classes in Three Provinces of Ecuador Abstract: Introduction: dyslexia is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects cognitive health and compromises students' emotional well-being and learning trajectories. Persistent misconceptions among teachers regarding its causes, diagnosis and intervention continue to obstruct inclusive education and delay early responses. Methods: this was a non-experimental, quantitative and descriptive study. A validated structured questionnaire was applied to 3,665 teachers from Azuay, Cañar and Morona Santiago in Ecuador. The instrument assessed sociodemographic data and teachers’ knowledge about dyslexia. Descriptive statistics and latent class analysis were conducted. Results: the mean knowledge score was 76.57 out of 100. Six latent knowledge profiles were identified, ranging from conceptual clarity to confusion and myths. Differences among groups revealed uneven understanding of dyslexia and limited scientific training on the subject. Conclusions: teachers’ knowledge of dyslexia remains partial and heterogeneous. Work experience does not ensure conceptual accuracy. These findings highlight the need for teacher training programs that strengthen cognitive health, support inclusive pedagogical practices and guide public policy in educational systems. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 784 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025784 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:784:id:784 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Vanjoreeh A. Madale Author-Name: Adelfa C. Silor Author-Name: Angeline P. Dinoro Author-Name: John Jr G. Adil Author-Name: Monera A. Salic-Hairulla Title: Gender Equality in Education: Mapping Challenges, Innovations, and Unexplored Dimensions Abstract: Introduction: gender equality in education was recognized as a critical pillar of social development, encompassing equal access, equitable learning outcomes, and expanded opportunities. Despite the global commitment through Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4 and 5, systemic disparities persisted, particularly in low-income, rural, and conflict-affected regions. Cultural norms, curriculum biases, and structural inequalities continued to limit the participation of girls and underrepresented genders in education, especially in STEM fields. The COVID-19 pandemic further widened these gaps by intensifying barriers related to digital access, caregiving burdens, and school dropout. Objective: this study aimed to map the challenges, innovations, and unexplored dimensions of gender equality in education by synthesizing peer-reviewed research published between 2020 and 2025. It sought to identify persistent barriers, examine effective interventions, and highlight emerging areas requiring further scholarly and policy attention. Methods: a systematic literature review (SLR) was conducted following the PRISMA framework. Articles published between 2020 and 2025 were retrieved from Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC, and ScienceDirect. Inclusion criteria focused on studies addressing gender equality in formal education. Thematic analysis was applied to synthesize findings, which were grouped into persistent challenges, innovations and interventions, and emerging research areas. Results: the review identified three themes: (1) persistent barriers such as entrenched gender norms, economic constraints, and STEM underrepresentation; (2) interventions including gender-sensitive teacher training, curriculum reform, and early childhood equity initiatives; and (3) emerging areas such as digital inclusion, climate-related educational risks, and intersectional inequities. Conclusions: achieving gender equality in education required sustained, intersectional, and context-responsive approaches. Bridging policy, pedagogy, and practice was essential for building inclusive and transformative education systems. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 781 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025781 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:781:id:781 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eko Purnomo Author-Name: Nina Jermaina Author-Name: Pringgo Mardesia Author-Name: Agus Gumilar Author-Name: Amin Akbar Author-Name: Irfan Oktavianus Title: How can physical literacy provide confidence for beliefs in physical education teachers? Abstract: In the context of physical education, physical literacy is an important foundation for prospective teachers in forming professional attitudes and self-confidence in teaching abilities. Physical literacy includes an individual's understanding, ability, and motivation to engage in active physical activity throughout life. This study aims to analyze the effect of physical literacy on the beliefs of prospective physical education teachers, and to test the significance of the relationship between the two variables. This study uses a quantitative approach with a correlational design. The sample consists of prospective physical education teachers at the higher education level. The data collection instruments are in the form of a physical literacy questionnaire and a validated self-confidence scale. Data analysis was carried out using normality and correlation tests. The normality test using Kolmogorov-Smirnov showed a significance value of 0,236, which means that the data is normally distributed. Furthermore, the Spearman correlation test showed a coefficient of 0,416, indicating a fairly strong positive relationship between physical literacy and the beliefs of prospective physical education teachers. These results indicate that the higher the physical literacy, the higher the level of confidence possessed by prospective teachers. Physical literacy has a significant influence on the self-confidence of prospective physical education teachers. Therefore, strengthening physical literacy needs to be a focus in the teacher education curriculum so that they have optimal mental readiness and skills to teach. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 770 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025770 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:770:id:770 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eko Purnomo Author-Name: Amung Ma’mun Author-Name: Mashuri Eko Winarno Author-Name: Pringgo Mardesia Author-Name: Nina Jermaina Title: Integrating Values Education in Physical Education Learning: A Holistic Approach to Enhancing Student Well-Being Abstract: This research is urgent because physical education has the potential to instill character values through a holistic approach, yet its practice remains predominantly technical. Value integration is crucial for student well-being and character. This study aims to explore how Physical Education teachers integrate values education into learning through a holistic approach at various levels of education (elementary, junior high, and senior high) in West Sumatera. Using a qualitative approach with a collective case study design, this study involved 30 Physical Education teachers selected through area sampling techniques. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, limited observations, and field notes, then analyzed thematically. The results showed that teachers consistently integrated moral and social values such as honesty, discipline, responsibility, cooperation, and sportsmanship into physical education learning activities through interactive methods, game modifications, role models, reflection, and community involvement. These values were understood by students not only as rules in games, but also as life principles relevant to their social lives. The holistic approach has been proven to contribute positively to student well-being through strengthening physical skills, developing character, improving mental health, and creating a supportive learning environment. However, teachers face various challenges such as differences in student character, lack of parental support, limited time and resources, and communication barriers that require special strategies. This study confirms that value education through Physical Education can be an effective instrument in shaping character and improving student welfare, as long as it is carried out contextually, reflectively, and involves various parties collaboratively. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 769 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025769 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:769:id:769 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Tatiana Lissette Acuña Duarte Author-Name: José Antonio Canchola González Title: Positive Discipline and Educational Climate: A Systematic Review from an Andragogical Approach Abstract: Introduction: Positive discipline has positioned itself as an educational alternative within educational processes, especially in the field of higher education, where andragogical principles demand an approach focused on autonomy and mutual respect. Its application seeks to transform the educational climate, promoting more empathetic and collaborative relationships between teachers and students. Objective: To analyze the impact of positive discipline and the educational climate in higher education contexts from an andragogical perspective. Method: A qualitative approach was used through a literature review of scientific articles. The search was conducted in specialized databases such as Scopus, Springer, Scielo, Taylor & Francis, ProQuest, and Redalyc, using Boolean operators “AND” and “OR” to optimize the identification of relevant documents. Results: The studies reviewed show that positive discipline, far from being an isolated behavioral technique, represents a comprehensive educational approach that promotes empathy, self-regulation, and mutual respect. In higher education, its implementation strengthens key competencies in adult students, such as autonomy, intrinsic motivation, and the ability to make responsible decisions. Likewise, it was identified that external social and cultural factors influence student behavior and that, if not understood from a holistic perspective, they can lead to authoritarian and ineffective educational responses. Conclusions: The impact of positive discipline and the educational climate in higher education depends on the institutional capacity to articulate theory and practice under the principles of andragogy. Only through a coherent and contextualized approach can educational environments be created that promote coexistence, autonomous learning, and the comprehensive development of adult students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 762 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025762 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:762:id:762 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Fatimazahra Ouahouda Author-Name: Khadija Achtaich Author-Name: Naceur Achtaich Title: Introducing Health Literacy at the Primary School Level: A Pedagogical Model for Early Scientific and Medical Education Abstract: Health literacy now stands as a cornerstone for lifelong well-being, yet most educational initiatives focus on adolescents or adults, neglecting the formative primary school years when foundational attitudes and habits form. This study addresses that gap by proposing a pedagogical model for introducing health literacy to children aged 6–12, with the goal of developing basic scientific understanding, health awareness, and responsible decision-making from an early age. The research draws on interdisciplinary perspectives from health science education, child psychology, and communication theory, underscoring the urgency of early intervention to reduce long-term health inequalities. A mixed qualitative–quantitative approach was used, combining content analysis of 45 peer-reviewed publications and policy reports with thematic synthesis of case studies and pilot programs from diverse educational contexts. Data analysis identified key competencies, effective pedagogical strategies, and barriers to implementation. The results highlight three main lines of work: (1) integration of age-appropriate health topics—hygiene, nutrition, body awareness, emotional well-being, and responsible use of healthcare services—into existing curricula; (2) adoption of innovative teaching methods such as storytelling, interactive games, role-play, and visual learning tools to make complex health concepts accessible; and (3) promotion of collaboration between educators, healthcare professionals, and families to reinforce learning in both school and home environments. The findings show that structured, engaging, and contextually adapted health literacy education at the primary level can lay the foundation for informed, health-conscious future citizens. The conclusions of the paper discuss implications for policy, curriculum design, and sustainable cross-sector partnerships. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 759 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025759 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:759:id:759 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Risma Rahmawati Author-Name: Sri Marmoah Author-Name: Roslinawati Mohd Roslan Title: Ethnoscience Materials to Build Scientific Literacy Abstract: Introduction: Students' scientific literacy skills were often overlooked due to teaching materials that failed to incorporate local cultural context. This study aimed to identify teaching materials currently employed in elementary science education fourth-grade students in 'Sekolah Penggerak' programs in Sukoharjo Regency, Central Java, Indonesia, and assess students' scientific literacy within this context. Methods: The study employed a descriptive qualitative approach with participants including fourth-grade educators and students from elementary schools in the "Sekolah Penggerak" program in a Javanese province, Indonesia. Two schools participated: State Elementary School 02 Duwet and State Elementary School 04 Ngadirejo. Data were obtained through surveys and interviews using purposive sampling techniques. Questionnaires were distributed to students, while interview data were gathered from teachers. Results: The majority of teaching resources were government- or publisher-provided books that lacked cultural relevance and were not designed to improve scientific literacy. Teachers had not created instructional materials that were literacy-focused or culturally appropriate. Scientific literacy levels among students were found to be very low. Conclusions: The findings demonstrated the urgent need to develop ethnoscience-based instructional materials that integrated local culture, technology, and inquiry-based learning methodologies. Such resources would strengthen students' comprehension, increase their scientific literacy, and provide tangible learning experiences that connected scientific concepts to their cultural context. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 747 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025747 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:747:id:747 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ricardo Sánchez-Lara Author-Name: Ingrid Sánchez-Téllez Author-Name: Daniela Araya-Bastías Title: Feedback and justice in education: an exploration of the conceptions of teachers training future professors in a Chilean university Abstract: Introduction: sufficient studies allow concluding a favorable impact of feedback in the consolidation of deep learning. Research is also clear in indicating the formative benefits of integrating socially just approaches to assessment. However, there is little evidence of the link between feedback, assessment and social justice. Considering this gap, the present inquiry problematizes fair feedback by exploring the conceptions of teachers working in initial teacher education. Method: with a qualitative approach of exploratory, descriptive and interpretive scope, the diverse conceptions of 10 academics (two men and eight women) representing all the careers of the Faculty of Education of a private university in the Metropolitan Region of Santiago de Chile were explored. Semi-structured interviews were conducted, and the data were studied with content analysis. Results: there is a prevalence of conceptions that refer to feedback as a practice that is more informative than constructive. Regarding fair feedback, it is defined as a conversational and democratic instance that recognizes and legitimizes the variety of learning rhythms. Likewise, it is conceived as a space for collective construction that encourages reflection on learning and eliminates the punitive nature of evaluation. Conclusions: the conceptions of good feedback are linked to the idea of fairness. The implementation of this form of feedback is impeded by cultural, personal and structural barriers. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 746 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025746 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:746:id:746 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Luis Bravo Silva Author-Name: Guillermo José Navarro del Toro Author-Name: Elba Martina Cortés Palacios Title: University Chair of Innovative Entrepreneurship and Technology Transfer with Emphasis on Patentable Projects Abstract: The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic was a critical period that caused a significant disruption to almost all human activities. In the area of higher education, uncertainty about the return to face-to-face classes led to the suspension of many essential university activities. Among the most affected were those related to innovative projects to start entrepreneurship, which essentially came to a complete halt. Given this situation, and with the return to face-to-face activities, the Center for Research and Innovation for Organizations at the Centro Universitario de los Altos launched a comprehensive strategy aimed at reactivating and strengthening the entrepreneurial culture on and off campus. This article discusses the implementation of a methodology framed within a dialectical approach based on applied research, with components of participatory action research, strengthened by programs aimed at promoting, encouraging, and advising both internal and external entrepreneurial initiatives. Likewise, the participation of student teams in business innovation competitions was promoted, in addition to various actions aimed at professionalizing the processes of creation and management of productive projects. These actions include obtaining ISO 9001:2015 certification in management of entrepreneurial initiatives, with the aim of raising the quality of the projects developed, especially those with the potential to become patentable innovations. These initiatives seek to actively contribute to the regional development of Los Altos de Jalisco and the strategic positioning of CUAltos as a benchmark in innovation and university education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 744 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025744 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:744:id:744 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Muhammad Putra Ramadhan Author-Name: Ronal Surya Aditya Author-Name: Eri Yanuar Akhmad Budi Sunaryo Author-Name: Daifallah M. Al Razeeni Author-Name: Qory Tifani Rahmatika Author-Name: Yhenti Widjayanti Author-Name: Nurul Evi Author-Name: Achmad Masfi Author-Name: Nurma Afiani Author-Name: Neni Fidya Santi Author-Name: Rondhianto Rondhianto Title: Integrating  Cultural Mapping into Nursing Education: A Mixed-Methods Study on Physical Activity Interventions for Elderly Populations Abstract: Introduction: As global populations age, culturally responsive nursing interventions are critical to enhancing functional performance in older adults. This study aimed to develop and evaluate a context-sensitive sports nursing model tailored to Indonesian community-dwelling older adults. Methods: A mixed-methods design was employed, integrating quantitative pre-post tests with qualitative thematic analysis. Functional endurance and agility were assessed using the Two-Minute Step Test and Eight-Foot Up-and-Go Test among 60 participants. Data were collected before and after a 12-week culturally adapted sports nursing intervention. Simultaneously, semi-structured interviews explored participants’ experiences, with thematic analysis used to identify sociocultural influences on engagement and adherence. Results: Quantitative findings showed significant improvements in endurance (mean steps increased from 49.61 to 61.40, p < 0.001) and agility (mean time reduced from 9.35 to 7.51 seconds, p < 0.001). Qualitative analysis revealed that cultural values, community dynamics, and traditional beliefs strongly influenced participation and sustained involvement. The integration of local customs, group cohesion, and familiar physical activities enhanced acceptability and motivation. Conclusions: The study developed a replicable, culturally responsive sports nursing model that significantly improves functional performance in older adults. By embedding cultural mapping into program design, the model supports inclusivity and sustainability in community-based care. Findings advocate for global standards in nursing education that emphasize cultural competence, preparing future nurses to deliver equitable, patient-centered care across diverse populations. This approach offers a scalable framework for geriatric health interventions in low- and middle-income countries. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 740 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025740 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:740:id:740 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Atik Hodikoh Author-Name: Ni Made Riasmini Author-Name: Yuliastati Author-Name: Tugiyo Author-Name: Reni Chairani Author-Name: Ronal Surya Aditya Title: From  Novice to Expert: A Novel Framework for Understanding Nursing Educator Competency in the Digital Age. Abstract: Introduction: Educator competency is vital for teaching quality and student success, especially amid evolving educational technologies and paradigms. Traditional models often overlook the interplay of individual, institutional, and technological factors. Objective: This study aimed to identify predictors of educator competency and examine the influence of teaching experience, institutional context, and technology integration on teaching effectiveness in higher education. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 626 educators from universities, health science colleges, and polytechnics. A validated questionnaire assessed five competency domains: Teaching Methods, Digital Literacy, Content Knowledge, Assessment Skills, and Communication. Data were analyzed using t-tests, ANOVA, Bayesian estimation, and effect size measures. Results: Teaching experience significantly predicted competency progression from novice to expert levels (d = 0.45), with Communication emerging as the strongest domain. Digital literacy scored lowest, particularly in virtual lab implementation (mean = 58.5), indicating a critical gap. Institutional disparities revealed resource limitations impacting competency development. Hybrid learning was the most effectively adopted technology (mean = 88.2). Conclusions: The study highlights the importance of experience, institutional support, and strategic technology use in shaping educator competency. The ACDE-DA framework offers a holistic model for guiding policy and professional development. Targeted interventions in digital literacy, equitable resource distribution, and ongoing training are essential. Future research should employ longitudinal designs to validate findings across diverse educational contexts. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 739 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025739 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:739:id:739 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: René Manuel Velázquez Avila Author-Name: Geilert De la Peña Consuegra Author-Name: María Fernanda Linzan Saltos Author-Name: Jisson Oswaldo Vega Intriago Author-Name: Mónica Katherine Murillo Mora Author-Name: Yira Annabell Vásquez Giler Author-Name: Kleber Gabriel Guerrero Aray Title: From the Digital Ecosystem to Critical Artificial Intelligence Abstract: Digital transformation in Latin American higher education, driven by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI), constitutes a complex phenomenon that reshapes not only technological environments but also pedagogical practices, institutional structures, and the ethical frameworks that underpin university life. In this context, a critical perspective is essential to examine how these technologies influence the reproduction of inequalities and the redefinition of knowledge. This study aims to critically analyze the discourses, practices, and policies related to university digitalization and the integration of AI in higher education institutions across Latin America, from an ethical, contextualized, and situated perspective. The research follows an interpretive approach with socio-pedagogical and sociocultural orientation, grounded in an extensive documentary review, a comparative analysis of institutional cases, and the use of secondary sources. Although no direct fieldwork was conducted, replicable methodological instruments were designed as proactive contributions for future research. The main findings reveal structural tensions between modernization narratives and the real conditions of many public universities. It is evident that digitalization progresses more strongly in administrative areas than in pedagogical ones, and that AI is often adopted without solid ethical frameworks or meaningful faculty involvement. The study concludes that digital transformation in universities will only be socially and pedagogically meaningful if guided by principles of equity, technological sovereignty, and cognitive justice, recognizing Latin America’s cultural and epistemic diversity as a starting point rather than a barrier. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 737 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025737 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:737:id:737 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Paisal Manurung Author-Name: Yenni Rozimela Author-Name: Atmazaki Atmazaki Title: Effectiveness of English Literature Material (ELM) Module for Indonesian Students throught Meaningful Learning Abstract: English literature played a vital role for non-native English speakers. It provided them with new experiences and insights, enhancing both their spoken and written global communication skills. These skills offered authentic experiences that helped the students to develop into English language teacher skills through meaningful learning in a controlled environment. But many universities in Indonesia still used classical ways. A new approach to learning English literature was urgent needed in the globalization era. So, this study was to analyze the effectiveness of the English literature material module for Indonesian students through meaningful learning to English teacher candidates. This was a quantitative paired research design. Fifteen students were involved in this study, involved in comparing two measurements, a pretest and a posttest taken from the same individual under different conditions. The results indicated that the module improved students’ English literary works in communicative ways through meaningful learning in the aspects of prior knowledge, critical analysis, and integration with related materials. In conclusion, the module quite effective to improve the students’ English literary works for students in higher education in Indonesia through meaningful learning. The study emphasized the importance of understanding students' knowledge before giving new materials, creating trigger questions, and the ability to associate materials with other new concepts. Therefore, it was recommended that the module integrated by meaningful learning could be applied for foreign language students to improve their communicative skills through English literary works, so it could be beneficial in self-efficacy, self-critical analysis, and self-integration. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 736 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025736 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:736:id:736 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Erlina Suci Astuti Author-Name: Joko Sulistyono Author-Name: Yupi Supartini Author-Name: Moh Wildan Author-Name: Eviana Sumarti Tambunan Author-Name: Fitriana Kurniasari Solikhah Title: The Synergistic Effects of Education, Experience, and Institutional Support on Nursing Lecturer Competency: A Novel Framework for Modern Education Abstract: Introduction: Lecturer competency is pivotal to teaching quality amid rapid transformations in higher education. Traditional studies often focus on isolated factors like qualifications or experience, overlooking the interplay between individual, institutional, and global influences. This study addresses this gap by examining the multidimensional determinants of competency among nurse educators in Indonesia, providing insights critical for improving educational outcomes in diverse and resource-constrained settings. Objectives: This research aims to (1) identify key factors influencing lecturer competency, (2) explore the interaction between education and experience, and (3) develop an integrative framework to guide policy and faculty development. Methods: A cross-sectional design was used to survey 626 nurse educators across 32 institutions. Data were collected using the WHO-SEARO Regional Competency Assessment Tool, validated through expert review and pilot testing (Cronbach’s α = 0.85–0.87). The analysis integrated empirical data with insights from 48 peer-reviewed sources on faculty development and nursing education. ANOVA and mixed-effects modeling were employed to assess group differences, institutional variability, and interactions between qualifications and experience, while effect sizes (Cohen’s d) were calculated to determine practical significance. Results: Advanced qualifications (d = 0.51) and teaching experience (d = 0.33) significantly predicted competency. Doctorate holders outperformed master’s graduates, with competency gains accelerating over time, indicating synergy between education and experience. Institutional variability was modest (Var = 0.526), suggesting individual factors are more influential. Conclusion: The study proposes the Competency Ecosystem Framework, positioning lecturer competency as a dynamic interplay of education, experience, institutional support, and global trends. Recommendations include promoting doctoral education, retaining experienced lecturers, and implementing standardized quality assurance. These findings offer actionable strategies for policymakers. Future research should adopt longitudinal designs and examine cultural variations. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 735 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025735 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:735:id:735 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yulyanti Harisman Author-Name: Aqilul Asra Author-Name: Suherman Suherman Author-Name: Armiati Armiati Author-Name: Mazlini Adnan Author-Name: Yoppy Wahyu Purnomo Author-Name: Hafizatunnisa Hafizatunnisa Author-Name: Pipin Sumarni Author-Name: Hamdani Syaputra Title: Postgraduate Students' Problem-Solving Behaviour through Research Skill Development (RSD) Framework in Research Methodology Course: Case Study in Indonesia and Malaysia Abstract: Problem-solving ability is a crucial skill for postgraduate students, playing a vital role in research success, particularly in designing, conducting, and evaluating research. However, many students encounter difficulties during the process, such as determining a viable research topic, selecting suitable methods, and accurately interpreting data. The problem-solving behaviors that students exhibit could potentially influence their level of research skills within the Research Skill Development (RSD) framework, which offers six key aspects for developing research skills. This study aimed to explore the relationship between graduate students' problem-solving behaviours and their research skills based on the RSD framework. The study involved eight students from two universities in Malaysia and Indonesia. Data were collected through problem-solving tests and semi-structured interviews. The RSD framework was used to assess the students' level of research skills, which included aspects such as planning, conducting, and evaluating research. Analysis was conducted to identify patterns of problem-solving behaviours associated with the level of RSD. The results showed that students with more sophisticated problem-solving behaviours achieved higher levels of research skills in the RSD framework. Recommendations are provided for the development of more effective programmes so that students can be better prepared to face challenges in the academic and professional world. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 732 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025732 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:732:id:732 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: I Hsiang Li Title: Comparative analysis of institutional accreditation systems in higher education: Paraguay, Argentina and Chile Abstract: Introduction: Institutional accreditation is an important mechanism for ensuring quality in higher education. Objective: The objective of this research was to analyze, from a comparative perspective, the institutional accreditation systems in higher education in Paraguay, Argentina, and Chile in accordance with the regulations in force for the year 2024. Methodology: The study adopted a qualitative, documentary-comparative approach based on the analysis of national laws, institutional portals of accrediting agencies, and 18 recent academic studies. Results: The results showed that Paraguay prioritizes social relevance under voluntary schemes; Argentina implements mandatory evaluations with regulatory rigidity; Chile stands out for its progressive model, although with biases in accreditation decisions and disciplinary rigidity. The three countries share challenges such as the gap between administrative compliance and tangible results. Conclusion: It is concluded that, despite advances in institutional structures, the systems require reforms that balance standardization with flexibility and transparency with autonomy. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 727 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025727 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:727:id:727 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: M. Fadhly Farhy Abbas Author-Name: Yenni Rozimela Author-Name: Hamzah Hamzah Title: Implementing a Collaborative-Inquiry learning Model to Foster 21st Century Critical Thinking: A Validity and Practicality Study for Sustainable Human Development Abstract: Introduction: Critical thinking skills are core competencies of the 21st century for individuals to solve complex problems, make data-based decisions, and adapt to rapid social, technological, and environmental changes. This condition indicates the need for innovative learning models to encourage active student involvement and develop critical thinking in a meaningful collaborative context. This study aims to evaluate the validity and practicality of the Collaborative-Inquiry Learning (Collin) model in developing 21st century critical thinking skills, which contribute to sustainable human development in the era of digital transformation. Method: The study was conducted in stages: preliminary study, prototype design, and formative evaluation. The products developed include model books, student’s book, and teacher’s book designed to support collaborative inquiry learning. Validation was carried out by education experts, colleagues, and practitioners, while the practicality test was obtained from teachers and students’ feedback. Results: The validation results showed a very high level of validity with an average score: model book (0.85), teacher’s book (0.85), and student’s book (0.82). The practicality from teachers resulted in a score of 89.27 for teacher’s and student’s book. The practicality from students resulted a score of 94.82 for student’s book. All instruments were declared feasible and relevant to be applied in 21st century learning. Conclusion: The Collaborative-Inquiry learning model is declared valid and practical to be applied in learning, especially in developing students’ critical thinking skills. This model supports active and reflective learning needed to form human resources that are adaptive, collaborative, and ready to face global challenges sustainably. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 724 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025724 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:724:id:724 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Horacio Gómez Rodríguez Author-Name: Pablo Huerta Gaytán Author-Name: Violeta Cebrián Robles Author-Name: Ana Belén Pérez Torregrosa Title: Perceptions about the use of Artificial Intelligence in external internships in higher education Abstract: Generative artificial intelligence (GAI) is generating significant interest in higher education due to its ability to personalize learning and automate academic and administrative tasks. It also fosters new forms of interaction between faculty and students. Given the limited literature on its application in practicum supervision and mentoring, this study aims to analyze university professors' perceptions of the use of GAI in this educational context. An exploratory and descriptive study with mixed-methods design was conducted with the participation of thirty-one professors and researchers from fifteen universities in seven countries. Within the framework of the RedTICPraxis, four specialists were invited to share their knowledge and experiences through video presentations, which subsequently generated an international debate. The discussions were analyzed using the Coannotation tool, yielding 132 annotations classified using a structured social tagging system based on SWOT categories (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) and the additional "uses" tag. The findings highlighted strengths and opportunities, such as IAG's ability to personalize learning, support assessment, and automate practicum-related tasks. In contrast, weaknesses related to technological dependence and threats linked to data privacy and algorithmic biases were observed. In conclusion, participants perceived IAG in the practicum with an ambivalent stance, combining enthusiasm and caution, underscoring the need for digital literacy and ethical use to maximize the benefits and mitigate the risks of its implementation in higher education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 722 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025722 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:722:id:722 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Vanjoreeh A. Madale Author-Name: Kresha M. Lluisma Author-Name: Monera A. Salic-Hairulla Author-Name: Arlyn R. Alcopra Author-Name: Joy R. Magsayo Author-Name: Ariel O. Ellare Author-Name: John Jr. G. Adil Author-Name: Angeline P. Dinoro Title: Enhancing students’ conceptual understanding through contextualized STEM approach: advancing science literacy in health and education Abstract: Introduction: understanding plant asexual reproduction is vital for fostering scientific literacy, especially in agriculture, biodiversity, and sustainability. Yet, students often struggle with these abstract concepts due to limited contextualization and practical application in traditional instruction. This study examined the effectiveness of a Contextualized STEM Approach in improving students’ conceptual understanding, performance, and perceptions. Methods: a quantitative one-group pretest-posttest design was employed with 105 Grade 7 students from a public secondary school in Iligan City. Data were collected through a researcher-made pretest and posttest, a perception survey, and performance task scores. Analyses included descriptive statistics and paired t-tests to determine conceptual gains and intervention effects. Results: findings revealed a significant increase in posttest scores (MD = -10.84, t = -40.996, p < 0.001). More students attained Mastery and Proficient levels, while those in the Unsatisfactory category decreased by 20%. Most groups achieved the Advanced level in performance tasks, demonstrating effective application of propagation techniques. Survey responses showed strong agreement that lessons were relevant, clear, and engaging. Conclusions: the Contextualized STEM Approach enhanced students’ conceptual understanding, performance, and motivation in learning plant asexual reproduction. These results affirm its potential as an effective pedagogical strategy in science education. Future studies may investigate its scalability across varied topics and learner groups. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 712 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025712 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:712:id:712 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Melvin Octavio Fiallos Gonzáles Author-Name: Leocadio Fiallos Gonzáles Title: The assessment strategies in the classroom and their teaching in teacher education Abstract: To identify the achievement of competencies, assessment must refer to the results, which requires the use of various tools and evaluation strategies. Alongside the reflection on results, this allows for the continuous improvement of the resources used. The research has aimed to provide a description of classroom assessment and how it is taught in teacher education. A quantitative study was conducted using a Likert-type scale, with Cronbach's alpha for validation and the KMO measure for factor analysis. It is emphasized that the development of classroom assessment enables learning and understanding of how assessment is linked to teaching as part of a continuos improvement process. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 709 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025709 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:709:id:709 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Deleheibateer Author-Name: Od Bayarsaikhan Author-Name: Ganbayar Batmunkh Author-Name: Xu Wu Author-Name: Xingan Zhou Author-Name: Shiirevnyamba Avirmed Title: Expression and Prognostic Relevance of LncRNA GSEC in HNSC: Focus on OSCC Abstract: Background: Bioinformatics identified HNSC diagnostic/prognostic lncRNAs; GSEC was selected for HNSC/OSCC validation. Methods: HNSC transcriptomic/clinical data from TCGA identified differentially expressed lncRNAs. Univariate Cox regression found prognostic lncRNAs. The top 30 lncRNAs from random forest ranking intersected with Cox results selected diagnostic biomarkers. Xiantao Academic performed pan-cancer analysis of GSEC. UALCAN and Kaplan-Meier analyzed GSEC expression, clinical correlation, prognosis, and Xiantao Academic assessed immune infiltration in HNSC. Top 200 GSEC co-expressed genes (FDR < 0,05) underwent GO/KEGG enrichment via Metascape. qRT-PCR validated GSEC expression/clinical associations in collected OSCC tissues. Results: A total of 2385 lncRNAs were differentially expressed in HNSC (1598 upregulated, 787 downregulated). Univariate Cox regression identified 1306 lncRNAs prognostic for HNSC. Intersection of the top 30 random forest-ranked lncRNAs with Cox results identified LINC02156, AL353807.5, and GSEC (ST3GAL4-AS1) as diagnostic biomarkers. GSEC was significantly upregulated in HNSC. Its expression correlated with pathological stage, clinical grade, and immune infiltration, but not with age/gender. High GSEC expression predicted poor prognosis. Enrichment of the top 200 co-expressed genes (FDR < 0,05) linked to GO terms (e.g., GO:0005788) and KEGG pathways (e.g., hsa00532). qRT-PCR confirmed GSEC overexpression in OSCC, correlating with T stage and lymph node metastasis, but not with age, sex, or differentiation grade. Conclusion: GSEC is significantly upregulated in HNSC, linked to diagnosis, prognosis, immune infiltration (validated in OSCC), specifically correlating with T stage and lymph node metastasis, indicating its pro-oncogenic role and potential as a therapeutic target, warranting further study. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 708 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025708 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:708:id:708 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Johaina A. Lawa Author-Name: Vanjoreeh A. Madale Author-Name: Monera A. Salic-Hairulla Author-Name: Arlyn R. Alcopra Author-Name: Joy R. Magsayo Author-Name: Ariel O. Ellare Title: Needs Analysis: Development of a Contextualized Socioscientific Issues (SSI)-Based Module for Enhancing Conceptual Understanding of the Digestive System in Health Science Education Abstract: Introduction: teaching the digestive system presents persistent challenges for science educators, particularly in promoting conceptual understanding and student engagement. Socio-scientific issue (SSI)-based instruction offers a promising approach by contextualizing biological content within real-world issues. This study aimed to develop a contextualized SSI-based module for Grade 8 science instruction on the digestive system. Methods: guided by the first three phases of the 4D Model—Define, Design, and Develop—the study employed a mixed-methods design. Five junior high school science teachers participated in a needs assessment to identify instructional gaps and content difficulties. Based on these findings, an SSI-based instructional module was designed and developed. The module was then subjected to expert validation using a standardized evaluation rubric. Results: the needs assessment revealed students’ conceptual difficulties, especially in visualizing internal digestive processes, and highlighted teachers’ limited familiarity with SSI-based strategies. The developed module integrated socio-scientific contexts such as nutrition, lifestyle diseases, and food-related decision-making. Expert evaluation rated the module as "Very Satisfactory," with a mean score of 2.67 out of 3 across all criteria, indicating strong alignment with curricular standards and learner needs. Conclusion: the study demonstrates that contextualized SSI-based instruction can enhance the relevance and pedagogical quality of lessons on the digestive system. The module offers a promising tool for bridging conceptual understanding with real-life applications and supports the integration of critical thinking and ethical reasoning in science education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 706 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025706 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:706:id:706 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Iryna Zhadlenko Author-Name: Olha Morenko Author-Name: Liudmyla Nikolenko Author-Name: Olena Lastochkina Author-Name: Maryna Mykytenko Title: Digital Transformation of Education as a Space For Supporting Learners With Special Needs — Challenges And Prospects For Inclusion Abstract: Introduction: Digital technologies and processes of digitalization of education have contributed to the realization of the principle of equal access to education. This study focuses on the implementation of inclusive education within the framework of digital transformation as a response to the special educational needs of perfectly integrated students. Methods: The following methods were used in the study: a questionnaire, a pedagogical experiment, a comparative analysis of graduates' educational outcomes before and after the use of educational technology, and mathematical data processing according to Pearson's criterion. Results: A systematic categorization of traditional and digital models of inclusion in inclusive pedagogy was conducted, and the prospects for using proactive digital inclusion approaches in pedagogical practice were explored. A system of criteria and sub-criteria for self-analysis of the effectiveness of digital inclusive methods in modern education has been developed. The conclusions of the self-analysis indicate the inadequacy of the didactic capabilities of educational resources, low flexibility of interfaces of educational platforms, inadequate service support, insufficient qualifications of teachers in inclusive education, as well as inadequate targeting systems in the process of integrated learning. A statistical study of the effectiveness of the use of modern educational technologies in teaching children with special needs has shown positive dynamics in the essence of educational achievements of a significant number of students. Conclusions: The use of advanced technologies provides broad prospects for the organization of integrated learning and involves the development of complex hardware, methodological and technological solutions for this category of students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 704 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025704 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:704:id:704 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ricardo Sánchez-Lara Author-Name: Javier Alarcón-Valenzuela Author-Name: Gustavo Rodríguez-Sepúlveda Author-Name: Luis Venegas-Ramos Title: Assessment in higher education: conceptions and transformations in professors that teach to teachers at a chilean university. The case of professional peer tutoring Abstract: Introduction: To improve educational assessment, it is essential that teachers transform their understanding of what it is and what it is used for. Teacher training, especially professional peer-to-peer learning, has been revealed as an effective tool for achieving this change and, consequently, improving both teaching and assessment. Purpose and method: In this context, this article focuses on professional peer tutoring conducted by five tutors for 19 academics from the Faculty of Education at a Chilean university. The aim of this research is to describe, using a qualitative approach and phenomenographic design, the main transformations in the ways of conceiving evaluation. Results and conclusions: Among the results, a change in conception stands out, ranging from the technical and instrumental to the reflective, formative, and constructively aligned. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 701 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025701 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:701:id:701 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Efrén Mesías Palacios Zumba Author-Name: Manuel Roberto Tolozano-Benites Author-Name: Rosangela Caicedo-Quiroz Author-Name: Roger Martínez Isaac Author-Name: Richar Jacobo Posso-Pacheco Author-Name: Vicente Anderson Aguinda Cajape Title: Five Years into the Implementation of the 2030 Agenda: Educational Progress and Challenges in Latin America Abstract: Introduction: Five years into the 2030 Agenda, education in Latin America continues to face persistent inequalities in access, quality, and equity. Objective: Analyze the progress and challenges in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda in the education system, considering the impact of the adopted policies, the resources invested, and the obstacles that have hindered sustained progress. Methods: The study was based on a documentary review, analyzing academic and documentary sources categorized into access, equity, financing, and digitalization to compare trends and educational policies. Results: The findings show progress in coverage and digitalization, but inequalities in educational equity, financing, and infrastructure persist. The digital divide and lack of teacher training continue to affect educational quality. Conclusions: Despite advancements in digitalization and coverage, persistent inequalities limit educational transformation. Without sustained investment and equitable strategies, Latin America will not fully achieve SDG 4 by 2030. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 697 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025697 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:697:id:697 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Li Huang Author-Name: Mohammad Kamal Bin Sabran Author-Name: Dongxia Guan Author-Name: Guoqing Wang Title: VR Prior Experience and Total Intention: Virtual Reality Art Interventions for Mental Health Abstract: Previous research on virtual reality interventions for mental health has largely used single-method designs, lacking comprehensive investigation into "total intention" and experiential variables. This original research examines the relationship between total intention and prior virtual reality (VR) experience among university students participating in VR art interventions for mental health support. Employing a dual-statistical approach—combining parametric (independent samples t-test) and non-parametric (Mann-Whitney U test) methods—the study analyzed data from 82 Chinese university students within a counseling context. Results revealed that participants with prior VR experience reported significantly higher usage intention (Mdn = 3.89) than those without experience (Mdn = 3.67; p < 0.05). These findings highlight the crucial role of prior VR experience in fostering acceptance and effective engagement with VR art interventions. The study suggests that integrating preliminary VR training may reduce psychological barriers and enhance intervention outcomes. This research advances understanding of key experiential factors influencing technology adoption in mental health contexts. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 693 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025693 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:693:id:693 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Luis Enrique Romo González Author-Name: José Luis Bravo Silva Author-Name: Elba Martina Cortés Palacios Author-Name: Guillermo José Navarro del Toro Title: Educational innovation for entrepreneurship in the university systemAxis model applied in CUAltos Abstract: Academic entrepreneurship has established itself as a strategic pillar in higher education by promoting competencies focused on innovation, sustainability, and productive transformation. This article presents the experience of the Centro Universitario de los Altos in implementing a multi-axis model that combines different institutional components with the aim of strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the educational environment. The multi-axis model promotes interaction between the university, industry, and government and integrates socio-ecological, cultural, and digital factors that enable the development of a knowledge-based economy. Through this approach, students acquire essential entrepreneurial skills, digital competencies, and interdisciplinary skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving market. The results underscore the effectiveness of this model in bridging the gap between academic knowledge and industry needs, ultimately fostering innovation and sustainable development. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 691 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025691 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:691:id:691 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo José Navarro del Toro Author-Name: Luis Aguilar Carvajal Author-Name: Elizabeth Rodríguez Sedano Title: Integration of 360 Entrepreneurship into the University System: A Cross-Cutting Strategy for the Holistic Education of StudentsCase Study: Centro Universitario de los Altos Abstract: The present research proposes 360 entrepreneurship as an innovative strategy in which entrepreneurship is integrated into the experience of university students, in this sense, at the Los Altos University Center of the University of Guadalajara it is highlighted as a central element for professional development through the recognition of the characteristics of the environment and through the benefits generated by entrepreneurial proposals focused on generating productive ideas with economic and social impact. For its implementation, the design of business plans, work of high-performance teams and training are linked. In addition to an integrative vision of contributions from the Learning Units, from an interdisciplinary approach that encourages collaboration; for the joint development of business skills, by promoting active development agents, by generating jobs and offering innovative solutions to the challenges of the Altos Sur region of the state of Jalisco. As part of the analysis of the progress made with the implementation of the 360 entrepreneurship strategy, a descriptive, mixed, cross-sectional research is carried out, considering the application of an instrument designed as a survey to obtain representative data of the impact generated in students of the Center University of Los Altos, this sample corresponds to 156 students who represent the total study population, which is represented by students who worked collaboratively and interdisciplinary to generate entrepreneurship proposals during the 2024A school calendar. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 690 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025690 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:690:id:690 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mariela Andrades Tobar Author-Name: Felipe E. García Title: Mental health in educational communities following a natural disaster in Chile Abstract: Introduction: Schoolchildren are estimated to be among the most vulnerable to the negative effects of natural disasters. One of the most common consequences is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This study evaluated PTSD symptoms in schoolchildren affected by an earthquake and tsunami in Chile. Methods: A total of 325 schoolchildren aged 10 to 15 years (52,6% female and 47,4% male) participated 12 months after the natural disaster. Of this population, 167 schoolchildren were exposed to the earthquake and tsunami, and 158 children served as a comparison group, as they lived more than 360 km from the epicenter. Results: The groups showed statistically significant differences in the proportion of schoolchildren with PTSD (p < .05): 13,9% in the non-exposed group and 29,9% in the group exposed to the natural disaster. The association between group membership and PTSD was also statistically significant (χ2(1.325) = 12,08, p < .001, V = .19) at 12 months. Conclusions: Schoolchildren exposed to the earthquake presented greater PTSD symptoms than the comparison group. Therefore, symptom severity could be determined by the level of earthquake exposure. The study findings propose an understanding of the processes that contribute to addressing mental health in school education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 688 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025688 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:688:id:688 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eduardo de Jesús Pomares Bory Author-Name: Odalys Vázquez Naranjo Author-Name: Lourdes Guadalupe Arencibia Flores Author-Name: Liliam Barrios Herrero Author-Name: Manuela Gilda Bernardo Fuentes Title: Rubric for evaluating teaching tasks: its contribution to the educational quality Abstract: Introduction: the quality education required for Sustainable Development implies supporting the development of cognitive skills. The objective of this work is to analyze the educational quality contribution of a rubric designed in the Department of Basic Biomedical Sciences, at the Salvador Allende School of Medical Sciences, to evaluate explanatory teaching tasks in the discipline of Biological Basis of Medicine. Methods: an instrumental, descriptive, mixed-methods approach was developed. A case study based on grounded theory was applied. Theoretical methods were used: analysis-synthesis, induction-deduction, historical-logical, and systems approach; empirical methods: document review and consultation, expert judgment, and focus group; and mathematical-statistical methods. Results: the designed rubric is made up for four descriptors: describe and explain, corresponding to logical intellectual skills, as well as the correct use of the spanish language and self-assessment, concerning to self-training skills; which were accepted as to the relevance of their content. It was clarified that the designed rubric constitutes a methodologic tool that promotes and evaluates the metacognitive performance of students. Conclusions: the rubric designed in the Department of Basic Biomedical Sciences, at the Salvador Allende School of Medical Sciences, to evaluate teaching tasks of the discipline Biological Basis of Medicine, contributes to the educational quality of the teaching-learning process by encouraging and appreciating metacognition, a cognitive skill required for self-regulation of learning. Its use is proposed in departmental research as an appreciative instrument of the development of self-regulation of learning. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 683 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025683 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:683:id:683 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ivette Díaz Mato Author-Name: María del Carmen Martínez Torres Author-Name: Mayasil Morales Pérez Author-Name: Yamilé Betancourt Medina Title: Retention of pharmacological knowledge about analgesics and pain management Abstract: Introduction: pain is the main reason for consultation in usual clinical practice, which brings whit a series of comorbidities that ultimately affect the quality of life of those who suffer from it. Dedicating the necessary time to this topic and systematizing its appropriate management from the formative stage is essential to facilitate learning and long-term memorization. Objective: to determine the degree of retention of pharmacological knowledge about analgesics and to identify the main deficiencies in this regard. Methods: a descriptive pedagogical study that consisted of administering a 10 - question exam, containing the most relevant elements of the topic, to 52 medical students in their 5th year at Salvador Allende Faculty. Results: 82,7 % of the students passed. However, there were no grades of 5; only 11,5 % scored 4 points, and over 70 % scored 3. The main deficiencies were related to the safety of NSAIDs. There were also errors in topics related to pure analgesics and opioids. Conclusions: although promotion was good, the quality of knowledge retention about pain was low. The deficiencies found suggest the need to establish more effective teaching strategies to improve the teaching and learning of the topic. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 678 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025678 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:678:id:678 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo José Navarro del Toro Author-Name: Ignacio Valenzuela-Chavira Author-Name: José Luis Bravo Silva Author-Name: Gabriela Valle Title: Optimization of the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem: 5-Axis Model for Higher Education Systems; and the Higher Education Systems. Case Study for Center University of Los Altos Abstract: Today in higher education there is a need for a higher quality preparation that adapts to the new educational philosophies, since the New Mexican School and the University Center of Los Altos (CUAltos) of the University of Guadalajara, have as an objective, to provide the conditions for the student of any area of knowledge to become a generator of new knowledge that lead to entrepreneurship. CUAltos has proposed a model based on five axes, the first one, the university, which is where plans, study programs, administrative policies, administrative, teaching and research personnel intervene, with the student as the main objective, the second axis, the industry, which is the key to the development of nations and demands highly qualified professionals, and the third axis, the government, which finances the public university, the government that funds the public university and develops policies that benefit productivity and national development, the fourth axis, the media responsible for promoting academic and cultural advances and technological innovation, and finally, socio-ecology that highlights the importance of the environment and its relationship with innovation in the knowledge economy. This model is considered essential to offer the best answers required by a society that is increasingly involved in improving the quality of life and care of the planet. This research adopts a mixed and transversal approach, based on surveys directed to students of different specialties that have been studied in the development of Entrepreneurship and Innovation projects. Likewise, it seeks to generate conditions that allow students, regardless of their area of knowledge, to become creators of new knowledge that drive the development of dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystems based on academic entrepreneurship. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 677 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025677 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:677:id:677 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Muhyeeddin Alqaraleh Author-Name: Mohammad Subhi Al-Batah Author-Name: Mowafaq Salem Alzboon Author-Name: Faisal Alzboon Author-Name: Lujin Alzboon Author-Name: Mohammad Nayef Alamoush Title: From Puffs to Predictions: Leveraging AI, Wearables, and Biomolecular Signatures to Decode Smoking’s Multidimensional Impact on Cardiovascular Health Abstract: Tobacco smoking keeps to exert a profound effect on cardiovascular health, contributing to situations including arterial stiffness, hypertension, and microcirculatory disorder. Traditional studies strategies, often siloed into remoted domains like biomarker analysis or behavioral surveys, fail to seize the dynamic interplay between smoking behaviors and biological disruptions. This take a look at integrates AI-driven analytics, wearable sensor networks, and deep biomolecular profiling to map smoking’s multidimensional effects. By combining actual-time physiological statistics (e.g., PPG, HRV) with epigenetic and proteomic markers, the research objectives to are expecting individual cardiovascular risks and enable preemptive interventions. Results reveal the efficacy of ensemble models like Random Forest (AUC = zero.889) in taking pictures complex interactions among variables consisting of γ-GTP, waist circumference, and blood stress. The paintings highlight the capability of AI and wearables to convert reactive healthcare into personalized, preventive strategies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .670 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.670 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.670:id:.670 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daysi M. Yufra-Urrutia Author-Name: Esther E. Méndez-Zavaleta Author-Name: Isaac A. Conde-Rodríguez Author-Name: Liset Z. Sairitupa-Sanchez Author-Name: Wilter C. Morales-García Wilter C. Morales-García Title: Influence of the Strength of Faith, Emotional Intelligence, and Post-COVID-19 Psychological Well-being in Peruvian Adults Abstract: The strength of faith and emotional intelligence can be predictors of good mental health in survivors of the COVID-19 pandemic in sociocultural contexts such as Peru. This study aims to explore the influence of the strength of faith and emotional intelligence on psychological well-being in Peruvian adults post-COVID-19. A total of 390 adults (Mean: 39.36; SD: 13.91) participated, responding to the Santa Clara Religious Faith Strength Questionnaire, Wong Law Emotional Intelligence Scale, and Mental Health Inventory (MHI-5). The instruments showed good structural validity and adequate reliability levels (> .70). The strength of faith has a significant and positive effect on psychological well-being (β = 0.23; p < 0.05). Emotional intelligence has a significant and negative effect on psychological distress (β = -0.53; p < 0.05) and a significant and positive effect on psychological well-being (β = 0.48; p < 0.05). The overall model fit indices indicate favorable and acceptable indicators (RMSEA = 0.031; CFI = 0.990; TLI = 0.989). This study highlights the positive influence of the strength of faith and emotional intelligence on the psychological well-being of COVID-19 survivors. These findings underscore the importance of considering the spiritual dimension and the development of emotional skills in recovery and psychological support efforts. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 669 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025669 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:669:id:669 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Keir A. Balasa Author-Name: Alexandhrea Hiedie Dumagay Author-Name: Ericson O. Alieto Author-Name: Rubén González Vallejo Title: Gender and Age Dynamics in Future Educators' Attitudes toward AI Integration in Education: A Sample from State-managed Universities in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines Abstract: Gender and age are critical factors in understanding attitudes toward artificial intelligence (AI) in education, yet limited research has directly explored their influence on teacher aspirants’ perspectives on AI integration. This study employed random sampling to select 603 respondents from two state-managed institutions. Findings indicate that prospective teachers generally hold neutral attitudes toward AI (M=2.84), reflecting uncertainty about preferring AI over human interaction in routine tasks, consistent with prior research. Male respondents (M=2.91) exhibited significantly more positive attitudes toward AI in education than females, as evidenced by a t value of -2.66 and a p value of 0.008. Additionally, adults (M=2.86) demonstrated significantly higher attitude scores than adolescents (M=2.80), with a t value of -2.05 and a p value of 0.040. These results highlight the role of demographic variables in shaping perceptions of AI in educational contexts, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to address concerns and optimize AI adoption in teacher training programs. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 668 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025668 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:668:id:668 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Luz Aleida Alzate Title: Learning Outcomes: Academic-Administrative Causes Hindering Their Implementation in Higher Education Institutions in Colombia Abstract: The general purpose of this research was to identify the causes that hinder the harmonious, efficient, and effective implementation of Learning Outcomes in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Colombia. The information collection techniques used were semi-structured interviews and document review, applying capture and measurement, respectively. The study units underpinning this research were individuals and bibliographic sources. Regarding individuals as subjects or key informants, the sample consisted of 13 experienced teachers currently working in Colombian HEIs. The interview instrument was validated by three experts. The data analysis was carried out using the QDA Miner Lite software, based on previously established categories and subcategories, followed by qualitative interpretation and triangulation. The findings revealed challenges such as a lack of training, disconnection between academic and administrative functions, insufficient expertise in specific Learning Outcomes topics, and labor contracts that result in job instability. Consequently, it was concluded that the path toward the development of Learning Outcomes is not an easy task for HEIs. The landscape is perceived as hindered by a heterogeneity of functions, leading to critical paths that ultimately disrupt the interrelation of contributing elements, divert objectives, and prevent the final product from achieving complete quality. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 667 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024667 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:667:id:667 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Adjei Silas Author-Name: Isaac Kojo Agyeman Author-Name: Patience Adetsi Author-Name: Franklin Owusu Agyei Title: The use of open-source software by library users in some private universities in Ghana Abstract: Introduction: This study explores the use of open-source software (OSS) by library users at Pentecost University (PU) and Central University (CU) with a focus on the ease of use, and barriers encountered. This study adopted the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) as its framework. Methods: A descriptive survey design was employed and targeting registered undergraduate library users at both institutions. Results: 134 PU library users (88.2%) indicated that unstable internet connectivity on campus is a significant barrier to using open-source software in the Pentecost University library. Concerning library users in Central University (CU), 120 respondents (90.2%) indicated that the lack of support and training is a significant barrier hindering the use of open-source software in the Central University library. Conclusions: The study identified a divergence in the frequency of use, with CU users engaging with open-source software daily, while PU users employed it several times a week. Both CU and PU users found open-source software easy to use and interact with, contributing to a positive user experience. User-friendliness emerged as a critical factor influencing the extent of open-source software adoption. The study identified barriers that impede the effective use of open-source software, including unreliable internet connectivity at PU and inadequate resources in support and training at CU. Hence, the library administration should adopt strategies and regulations to address the difficulties faced when utilising Open Source Software, such as providing guidance, assistance, and instructional resources. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 666 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025666 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:666:id:666 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Karleny Macías Title: Socio-critical pedagogy in training for educational development Abstract: Transdisciplinary vision in the permanent training of the teacher for active learning in Bolivarian secondary education", San Fernando Municipality, Apure state, as it is considered as a priority need to relate theory with the pedagogical practice developed by the teacher; which is scarcely oriented towards Active Learning. Its importance is justified by offering topics and contents of interest, which make it easier for teachers to consider actions focused on critical pedagogy, in order to promote changes in the didactics of teaching and achieve significant performance in the student. Methodologically, it is framed in the Postpositivist Paradigm, it is a Qualitative research, based on Dilthey's Hermeneutical Method, based on Observation and Semi-structured Interview to collect information from seven (07) key informants (teachers – student). The scenario is made up of 03 educational establishments attached to circuits 008 and 007 of the Municipality of San Fernando, the information was analyzed based on Atlas.ti, in order to generate an analysis of the findings found. Descriptors: Critical Pedagogy, Transdisciplinarity, Lifelong Learning, Active Learning, General Secondary Level. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 665 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024665 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:665:id:665 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ketty Herrera Carrazana Author-Name: Mairin Largo Medero Author-Name: Ivetty Ceijas Pèrez Author-Name: Maydel Martìnez Ferrer Title: Peace education as initial training content for the psychopedagogue Abstract: Introducing the contents of peace education in the initial training of educational psychologists is a necessity today if we take into account the social reality and the model of the professional we aspire to train. The use of scientific research methods such as analytical-synthetic, inductive-deductive, transition from the concrete to the abstract, systemic-structural, historical-logical, observation, interview, documentary review and percentage analysis allowed us to obtain information about the potentialities that emanate of the different disciplines and subjects to be able to design a theoretical-methodological conception that allows these contents to be introduced. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 664 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024664 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:664:id:664 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Andrés Ultreras-Rodríguez Author-Name: Yennifer Díaz-Romero Author-Name: Juan Manuel Quintero Ramírez Author-Name: Esteban Rodríguez Torres Title: Circular Economy in the Health Sector: Sustainable Management of Hospital Waste and Its Environmental Impact Abstract: Introduction: The circular economy has become a key strategy to optimize hospital waste management, reduce operating costs, and minimize environmental impact. This study analyzes the factors that influence the adoption of circular economy practices in the health sector, identifying its benefits and main barriers. Methods: A descriptive and exploratory study with a mixed approach was carried out, applying documentary review, surveys, and case analysis in hospitals and clinics. Data were collected on the generation and management of hospital waste, evaluating reduction, reuse, and recycling strategies. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive statistics and content analysis. Results: It was identified that 70% of hospital waste corresponds to recyclable or reusable materials, although only 15% of hospitals have implemented circular economy strategies. Health centers with circular programs managed to reduce waste generation by 25% and operating costs by 18%. However, the main barriers include the lack of infrastructure, specific regulations, and resistance from healthcare personnel. Conclusions: The circular economy in the health sector allows for optimizing waste management, reducing costs and minimizing environmental pollution. However, its success depends on public policies, financing and incentives that promote its implementation. It is recommended to strengthen regulation, infrastructure and staff training to facilitate the transition towards a more sustainable hospital model. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 663 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024663 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:663:id:663 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rolando-Gustavo Gómez-Meza Author-Name: Patricia Cassab-Martínez Title: Artificial intelligence: source of knowledge and risks to ignorance Abstract: Artificial intelligence (AI) developed by human intelligence emerges as an aid to provide solutions, especially for those activities considered complex or that could be automated. This research analyzed the role of artificial intelligence as a source of knowledge and the risks associated with ignorance in a current context where, in the face of any doubt and need for information, AI is often thought of as an allied resource and a 21st century polymath. The study was developed under a non-experimental quantitative approach and a descriptive design. The sample used was a convenience sample of 115 people willing to participate in the research located in the city of Cartagena de Indias (Colombia), of legal age and generally in a productive stage. The results concluded the contribution that AI has in knowledge but also the biases that can occur; giving also the possibility of promoting ignorance depending on how the information is treated and understood to be processed by the human mind. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 662 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024662 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:662:id:662 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Indira Lambis Segrera Author-Name: Verónica Patricia Valdiris Ávila Author-Name: Carlos Alberto Severiche Sierra Title: Hermeneutics of occupational health and safety: a conceptual approach to its scientific interpretation Abstract: The hermeneutic interpretation of occupational health and safety provides a deeper analysis of the sociocultural, political, and economic factors influencing workplace safety. This approach moves beyond traditional quantitative methods by considering organizational structures, labor relations, and institutional culture as key determinants in risk prevention. While hermeneutics enables a more comprehensive understanding of workplace accidents and occupational diseases, its implementation faces challenges such as organizational resistance, resource limitations, and a lack of training in qualitative methodologies. Combining this approach with scientific methods allows for more effective and context-specific policy development. A joint effort between governments, businesses, and workers is essential to transforming organizational culture and ensuring safer and more sustainable work environments. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 661 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024661 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:661:id:661 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mayra Viviana Zambrano Escobar Author-Name: Julia Teresa Espinel García Title: Risk factors in depression in oncology patients. Dr. Julio Villacreses Colmont Hospital Abstract: The general objective of this study was to analyze the risk factors for depression in patients with an oncological diagnosis treated at the Dr. Julio Villacreses Colmont Hospital in Portoviejo. A descriptive and cross-sectional design was used, applying a sociodemographic file and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HAD) to a sample of 242 patients. The results revealed that 33% of the patients had severe depression, while 42% showed moderate depression. In terms of anxiety levels, 30% of participants experienced severe anxiety and 41% moderate anxiety. The most prevalent types of cancer were prostate and lung, with most diagnoses in advanced stages (III and IV). A high rate of comorbidities was identified, present in 52% of patients, which complicated treatment and affected prognosis. In conclusion, the high levels of anxiety and depression in cancer patients highlight the importance of integrating psychological support into their care, promoting a comprehensive approach that improves both quality of life and clinical outcomes. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 660 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024660 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:660:id:660 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Bárbara Morales Romero Author-Name: Yumaisi González Ochoa Author-Name: Sergio Pozo Ceballos Title: Evaluation of the performance of vector at the primary health level Abstract: This research was carried out at the 50th Anniversary Polyclinic Assistance Unit of Manicaragua, subordinate to the Manicaragua Health Budgeted Unit, belonging to the province of Villa Clara, Cuba. It is a tax on Project PT223VC008-002 Contributions to the improvement of tax and budgetary management at the territorial and local level in Villa Clara. A performance audit program is applied in the surveillance and vector control department, belonging to the 50th Anniversary Polyclinic care unit, Manicaragua. To achieve this objective, it was necessary to update the bibliography, consult experts and analyze documents. The main binding normative resolutions in force of the Office of the Comptroller General of the Republic and those related to the Ministry of Public Health were taken into account. Analytical-synthetic, historical-logical and inductive-deductive methods were used, as well as analysis of documents, cross-sectional observational study and survey in institutions of the health sector. The study carried out made it possible to identify failures that make it difficult to carry out the department's activities with rigor, control and technical quality, so they demand that they be managed immediately. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 659 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024659 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:659:id:659 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Stephanie Ricardo Jiménez Author-Name: Víctor Hugo González Torres Author-Name: Pedro Luis Bracho-Fuenmayor Author-Name: Luz Aleida Alzate Title: Qualitative and quantitative approach: a methodological combination in current educational contexts Abstract: Introduction: Educational research has moved from the dichotomy between qualitative and quantitative approaches towards their methodological combination. However, challenges persist in its effective application, such as epistemological coherence and training in integrated methods. This study analyzes the potential and limitations of the methodological combination in the production of knowledge in education. Methods: A documentary analysis was carried out based on the PRISMA protocol, reviewing indexed literature published. Theoretical and empirical studies were selected that addressed the methodological combination in educational contexts, prioritizing those that discussed their applicability and operational challenges. Results: The findings show a growing acceptance of the methodological combination in educational research, highlighting its ability to address the complexity of teaching and learning processes. However, obstacles are identified such as the lack of structured frameworks and the need for specialized training in mixed methods. Conclusions: The methodological combination in education allows a comprehensive understanding of educational phenomena, but its implementation requires clear criteria and rigorous training. The development of methodological strategies that strengthen their validity and applicability in educational research is recommended. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 658 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024658 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:658:id:658 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Melvin Octavio Fiallos Gonzales Title: The use of AI in the development of learning strategies by university students Abstract: Context: Curriculum development allows teachers to organize and select different strategies that support the teaching-learning process and promote student autonomy by utilizing various available resources. Objective: To describe the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the development of learning strategies outside the classroom by university students. Method: The methodology is a quantitative cohort study with a descriptive approach, using a Likert-type questionnaire, considering expert review and statistical validation. Result: The use of artificial Intelligence for content reinforcement and comprehension has led to a reduction in the time dedicated to studding. Conclusion: In teacher training, it is important to consider how the use of artificial intelligence the interest in learning, which may be reflected in the professional field. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 657 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024657 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:657:id:657 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Irvin Uriel López Bonilla Author-Name: María de Lourdes Castellanos Villalobos Author-Name: Carlos Ariel Ayala Maldonado Title: Self-perceived gender identity and inclusive education: An approach to trans childhoods and adolescence in mexican educational spaces Abstract: In the educational system, the recognition of inclusive education based on respect for sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions is temporary. In Mexico, school spaces have been characterized by being infested with discriminatory practices against sexual dissident populations. This is mainly due to the fact that the foundations of the education system are built from cisgenderism and heteronomatization. This work seeks to approach the barriers that trans children and adolescents face in the educational field, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for inclusion. To this end, the study is presented from the exercise of the right to self-perceived gender identity permeated by the right to non-discrimination based on age, passing through the right to education and culminating with the perspective and prospective of the right to inclusive education of trans childhoods and adolescence in Mexico. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 656 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024656 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:656:id:656 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daniel Roman-Acosta Title: Terminology in qualitative research methodology Abstract: Qualitative research focuses on the in-depth and contextualized exploration of phenomena, requiring precise use of terminology to ensure the consistency and quality of studies. This article examines the confusion and controversy surrounding key methodological terms, offering a critical review of the literature. Through a systematized review of academic sources, these terms are clarified and practical examples are provided for their correct application. This effort contributes to conceptual clarity and promotes a more productive discourse among researchers, strengthening research practice and the generation of knowledge in the qualitative approach. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 655 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024655 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:655:id:655 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Wilson Medina Author-Name: María Y. Tepán Author-Name: Rosa Monar Author-Name: Evelyn Barandica Author-Name: Adriana Quimiz Title: Impact of Creative Workshops on Artistic Self-Assessment and Divergent Thinking in Ecuadorian Secondary Students Abstract: This study investigated the influence of cultural and artistic education on the development of critical and creative thinking among first-year high school students at Unidad Educativa Fiscal "Ocho de Enero" in Jipijapa. A significant problem was identified regarding the limited integration of artistic activities into the educational curriculum, which considerably restricted opportunities to foster divergent thinking skills in young people. To address this issue, a methodological approach was designed that included creative workshops in various artistic disciplines, such as music, dance, theater, and visual arts. These workshops aimed not only to encourage active student participation but also to create an environment that valued and stimulated creativity among students from diverse backgrounds. The main results indicated that the proposal enhanced students' creativity significantly and promoted teamwork, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking, thereby contributing to their comprehensive development as participatory and committed citizens. Continuous evaluation of the workshops and feedback from participants provided valuable insights for adjusting and optimizing activities based on student needs and preferences. In conclusion, the effectiveness of the proposal in developing creative competencies among students was clearly demonstrated, highlighting the importance of integrating artistic education into current educational contexts. This integration enhances the personal and academic growth of young people, fostering a holistic education that benefits both students and the broader community. Ultimately, it creates a vibrant educational environment where creativity can flourish and positively impact future generations. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 654 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024654 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:654:id:654 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Wilson Medina Author-Name: María Y. Tepán Author-Name: Rosa Monar Author-Name: Evelyn Barandica Author-Name: Adriana Quimiz Title: Fostering critical thinking through art: A study of high school students in Jipijapa Abstract: The study evaluated the impact of artistic workshops on artistic self-assessment and divergent thinking of first-year high school students at the ‘Ocho de Enero’ Fiscal Educational Unit in Jipijapa. It was identified that the Ecuadorian education system prioritises traditional methods, limiting creativity and innovative problem solving. To address this situation, workshops in music, dance, theatre and visual arts were designed with the aim of strengthening the individual expression and critical thinking of the students. The research adopted a mixed approach, with quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Sixty students were divided into an experimental group and a control group. Artistic self-assessment questionnaires and divergent thinking tests were administered before and after the intervention. In addition, interviews were conducted with teachers and students to understand their perceptions of the implementation of the workshops. The results showed a 40% increase in students' confidence in their creative abilities and improvements in the fluidity and flexibility of ideas. Teachers also noted greater participation and interest in artistic activities. Despite the observed benefits, challenges in implementation were identified, such as the need for teacher training and the lack of adequate infrastructure. It was concluded that the integration of art workshops into the educational curriculum is essential to enhance creativity and critical thinking in students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 653 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024653 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:653:id:653 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alba Viviana Herrera Córdova Author-Name: Lucia Efigenia Pardo Capa Author-Name: Orlando Máximo Torrales Avilés Author-Name: Betty Alexandra Villalta Leon Author-Name: Esmilda Leonor Avilés Haiman Title: Educational transformation with Genially: Innovation in the teaching of History Abstract: In the context of digital education, the use of technological tools such as Genially has transformed the teaching and learning process, especially in the subject of History. Genially allows the creation of interactive and visually appealing content that facilitates students' understanding and retention of knowledge. This easy-to-use and highly customisable platform offers a variety of resources such as presentations, infographics and games, which help teachers design innovative and motivating materials. In addition, by encouraging active participation and collaborative work, Genially contributes to the development of critical thinking and more dynamic teaching. Through its integration, students can explore history in a more accessible way, while teachers improve their digital skills. However, the successful implementation of this technology depends on the continuous training of educators and overcoming challenges such as the lack of adequate infrastructure. In conclusion, Genially has the potential to revolutionise the teaching of history, promoting more meaningful and participatory learning. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 652 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024652 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:652:id:652 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alba Viviana Herrera Córdova Author-Name: Lucia Efigenia Pardo Capa Author-Name: Orlando Máximo Torrales Avilés Author-Name: Betty Alexandra Villalta Leon Author-Name: Esmilda Leonor Avilés Haiman Title: The use of Genially as an interactive didactic resource in History teaching: impact on students motivation and comprehension Abstract: The present research project, titled "The Use of Genially as an Interactive Didactic Resource in History Teaching: Impact on Students' Motivation and Understanding," analyzes the impact of using Genially as an interactive didactic tool on the motivation and understanding of first-year high school students in the History subject at an educational institution in Ecuador. The problem arises from students' lack of interest in History and the scarcity of digital learning resources, as well as teachers' lack of motivation to replace traditional practices with more engaging resources that could positively impact the History teaching-learning process. A quantitative approach was applied through surveys conducted with 75 students and 15 teachers. The results show an increase in motivation and an improvement in the understanding of historical content when Genially is used in the classroom. It is concluded that the use of interactive resources enhances meaningful learning and encourages active student participation. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 651 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024651 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:651:id:651 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alba Viviana Herrera Córdova Author-Name: Lucia Efigenia Pardo Capa Author-Name: Orlando Máximo Torrales Avilés Author-Name: Betty Alexandra Villalta Leon Author-Name: Esmilda Leonor Avilés Haiman Title: Digital innovation in the teaching of history: The impact of Genially on Ecuadorian education Abstract: Education in Ecuador faced the challenge of modernising and adapting to the digital age, especially in the teaching of history, where student motivation and understanding were traditionally problematic. In this context, the use of interactive tools such as Genially was proposed as an innovative alternative to make learning more dynamic and encourage student participation (Cabero, 2020). Studies such as those by Gómez and López (2020) and Fernández and Ortega (2021) showed that the use of digital resources improved motivation and knowledge retention. At the Vilcabamba High School, 85% of students said they felt more motivated and 78% said they understood historical content better with Genially compared to traditional methods. However, the lack of teacher training and limited access to technological infrastructure made its implementation difficult (Villalta, 2023). The Ecuadorian educational context was regulated by the Organic Law of Intercultural Education (2021) and the General Regulations of the LOEI (2023), which recognised the importance of technology in education. Despite this, problems persisted, such as the digital divide and resistance to methodological change (Guale, 2024). To guarantee a more inclusive and high-quality education, it was considered essential to strengthen teacher training, invest in technological infrastructure and establish strategies that encourage the use of interactive tools in the teaching of history, in line with the objectives of Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) and the 2030 Agenda. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 650 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024650 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:650:id:650 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Adriana Elizabeth Asanza Romero Author-Name: Joffre Vicente Quinteros Kohlhauser Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Iliana Verónica Bastidas Cazares Author-Name: Joanna Maricela Gallardo Solís Title: Educational Innovation in Ecuador: Impact of Design Thinking on Civic Education Abstract: The Ecuadorian education system faced the challenge of modernising its methodologies to strengthen student participation and critical understanding of issues such as democracy, human rights and citizen participation. In this context, the Design Thinking methodology was implemented as an innovative strategy to improve learning in the subject of Education for Citizenship. The study by Asanza Romero et al. (2024) analysed its application in an Ecuadorian educational institution, using a mixed approach with surveys, interviews and classroom observations. Analytical templates were designed to measure student perception and a methodological guide for teachers was produced. The results showed that Design Thinking increased motivation and facilitated a deeper understanding of civic concepts. Eighty per cent of students reported greater engagement, and 75% highlighted that the methodology allowed them to relate the content to their social reality. However, the implementation of this methodology faced obstacles such as the lack of teacher training and the digital divide (Villalta, 2023). For it to be successful, it was recommended to strengthen training in digital skills (Prendes & Castañeda, 2019) and improve access to technological resources. Design Thinking proved to be an effective tool for transforming civic education in Ecuador, promoting active and inclusive learning. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 649 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024649 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:649:id:649 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Adriana Elizabeth Asanza Romero Author-Name: Joffre Vicente Quinteros Kohlhauser Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Iliana Verónica Bastidas Cazares Author-Name: Joanna Maricela Gallardo Solís Title: Evaluation of the Implementation of Design Thinking Methodology in Citizenship Education Teaching: A Descriptive Study in the Ecuadorian Context Abstract: This article presents the results of implementing Design Thinking methodology in Citizenship Education teaching to enhance the understanding of democracy, human rights, and citizen participation concepts among high school students in an Ecuadorian educational institution. The research was structured around three specific objectives: designing analytical templates to assess student perception, analyzing the applicability of Design Thinking methodology, and creating a guide for teachers on its implementation. A descriptive design was used, employing qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including surveys, interviews, and focus groups. Results show improved student understanding of key concepts and a high willingness to use more interactive methods in learning. The study concludes that Design Thinking methodology is a viable tool to renew citizenship education, recommending its implementation with adequate teacher support and educational resources. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 648 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024648 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:648:id:648 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Loly Mabel L Naranjo Sevilla Author-Name: María Teresa Villegas Chunata Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Jeni Araceli Naranjo Sevilla Title: Development Of Language Skills in High School Children in Ecuador Abstract: This research report presents the findings of a study conducted on the problems and difficulties observed in children regarding language skills. The study focused on assessing the performance of high school students during Language and Literature classes, specifically in storytelling and legends, identifying the issues, and proposing the use of a puppet theater as a solution strategy. The report begins with a review of the existing literature on the variables, followed by a detailed description of the methodology used in the study. It presents a study with a quantitative-qualitative approach involving a group of children from the high school level at the Carlos Cisneros Educational Unit, located in the Riobamba canton, Chimborazo province. The evaluation of the language skills of the high school students revealed concerning results, showing significant difficulties in listening comprehension, oral expression, reading, and writing, such as problems understanding verbal instructions, expressing ideas clearly, and reading and comprehending simple texts. These issues could affect their academic performance and effective communication. The report concludes by proposing the strategy "Magic through Puppet Theater," a technique that teachers could apply in their future classes, considering it a valuable pedagogical tool for early childhood education, as it promotes the development of language skills, empathy, creativity, and social interaction. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 647 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024647 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:647:id:647 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Loly Mabel Naranjo Sevilla Author-Name: María Teresa Villegas Chunata Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Jeni Araceli Naranjo Sevilla Title: The theater as a pedagogical strategy for children's language development Abstract: Introduction: The development of language skills has been considered a fundamental pillar in early education, as it allows improving communication, critical thinking and social interaction in children. Previous research has highlighted the importance of innovative teaching strategies to enhance these skills. In this context, the theatrino has been analyzed as an effective pedagogical tool that facilitates language learning through dramatization and play, promoting oral expression, reading comprehension and vocabulary enrichment in preschool and high school children. Development: Studies conducted in different contexts have shown that the theater has a positive impact on children's language acquisition. Internationally, research has shown improvements in storytelling, sentence structuring and vocabulary development in children who participated in theater activities. Similarly, national and local studies corroborated that drama not only strengthens verbal communication, but also fosters confidence and social interaction in the classroom. In addition, it was noted that language learning involves both receptive and productive skills, which justifies the use of the theater as an integral didactic resource. Conclusions: The results obtained allowed concluding that the theatrino is an effective pedagogical tool for the development of language skills in early education. Its implementation in the classroom favored students' oral expression, reading comprehension and creativity. In addition, it promoted an inclusive and motivating learning environment, in which children were able to improve their confidence in communicating. In this sense, the importance of integrating playful and participatory strategies in language teaching was reaffirmed. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 646 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024646 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:646:id:646 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Loly Mabel Naranjo Sevilla Author-Name: María Teresa Villegas Chunata Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Jeni Araceli Naranjo Sevilla Title: Development of linguistic skills through the theatrical theater Abstract: Early childhood education required innovative strategies to enhance the comprehensive development of children, especially at the preparatory level. According to the Ministry of Education (2016), teachers had to implement methodologies that transcended the simple transmission of knowledge, focusing on linguistic and communicative skills. In this context, the theatrino was presented as an effective tool, integrating visual, auditory and kinesthetic elements to improve oral expression and social interaction. At the Carlos Cisneros Educational Unit, there was evidence of insufficient development of language skills in high school students, reflected in their lack of confidence in public speaking, difficulties in verbal communication and poor participation in class. This problem was attributed to traditional teaching methodologies, focused on memorization and theory, without encouraging experiential learning. The research was based on a quantitative approach with a sample of 132 students, determining that the theatrino facilitated linguistic learning through dramatization and storytelling. It was concluded that the use of the teatrino promoted the children's oral development, verbal fluency and social interaction. As a result, its implementation was proposed as a pedagogical strategy to improve the students' participation and linguistic performance, thus strengthening their communication both in the classroom and in their family environment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 645 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024645 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:645:id:645 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Adriana Elizabeth Asanza Romero Author-Name: Joffre Vicente Quinteros Kohlhauser Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Iliana Verónica Bastidas Cazares Author-Name: Joanna Maricela Gallardo Solís Title: Innovation in teaching citizenship: The impact of Design Thinking in the classroom Abstract: Introduction: Citizenship Education (CE) was established as a key component in the formation of critical citizens committed to society. Over time, it was observed that its traditional teaching, based on memorization and transmission of theoretical knowledge, failed to generate a real connection with the daily life of students. In response to this problem, Design Thinking (DT) emerged as an innovative methodology that promoted active participation and critical thinking in learning. Development: The research analyzed the application of Design Thinking in the teaching of CE, highlighting its ability to improve students' motivation and understanding. It was identified that this methodology allowed students to detect real problems, formulate creative solutions and work collaboratively in their implementation. In addition, DT strengthened essential skills such as empathy, decision making and autonomous learning. It was shown that its use in the classroom encouraged reflection and the practice of citizenship values, overcoming the limitations of traditional approaches. Conclusions: The findings confirmed that Design Thinking enhanced CE teaching by making it more interactive and relevant. However, its implementation required teacher training and curricular adjustments. It was concluded that this methodology not only improved students' learning, but also fostered their participation in democratic and social life, strengthening their role as active citizens. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 644 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024644 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:644:id:644 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Adriana Elizabeth Asanza Romero Author-Name: Joffre Vicente Quinteros Kohlhauser Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Iliana Verónica Bastidas Cazares Author-Name: Joanna Maricela Gallardo Solís Title: Use of design thinking methodology applied to education for strengthening the teaching of citizenship education Abstract: The aim of this research is to investigate whether the Design Thinking methodology can enhance the teaching of citizenship and rights among second-year high school students. The study was conducted with a cohort of 29 second-year students from Unidad Educativa Llano Chico in Quito, Ecuador. A survey was administered to gauge their perceptions of the impact of active methodologies, including the one under study, on their understanding of citizenship and rights. The findings revealed that while students are not familiar with this specific methodology, they do possess knowledge of other similar methodologies and strategies related to Design Thinking. In conclusion, the research suggests that the effectiveness of such methodologies is highly likely. It is recommended that further experimental research be conducted of collaborative practices, were key in improving linguistic competencies, especially in spelling and grammar, showing a significant improvement in student performance in these areas. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 643 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024643 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:643:id:643 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Adriana Elizabeth Asanza Romero Author-Name: Joffre Vicente Quinteros Kohlhauser Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Iliana Verónica Bastidas Cazares Author-Name: Joanna Maricela Gallardo Solís Title: Active methodologies in civic education: The impact of Design Thinking in citizenship education Abstract: The study addressed the teaching of Citizenship Education at the Llano Chico Educational Unit, identifying challenges in students' understanding and participation. It was observed that, despite obtaining good grades, students showed little interest and knowledge about citizenship and rights. This problem was attributed to traditional teaching methods and the scarce use of active strategies that encourage participation. Faced with this problem, the research proposed the implementation of the Design Thinking methodology in the teaching of citizenship. This approach promotes active participation, practice-based learning and the development of critical and creative skills. It was argued that student disinterest could be due to the lack of innovative pedagogical tools and the predominant theoretical approach to teaching. Previous studies have shown that Design Thinking facilitates the understanding of concepts by involving students in the construction of their knowledge. In addition, it strengthens autonomous learning, teamwork and problem solving. Research such as that of Ramírez (2023) and Dorland (2024) highlighted the importance of active methodologies for the teaching of various disciplines, including social sciences and civic education. Finally, it was concluded that the use of Design Thinking in Citizenship Education could improve student engagement, allowing for more meaningful teaching tailored to their interests and needs. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 642 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024642 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:642:id:642 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Wilson Medina Author-Name: María Tepán Author-Name: Rosa Monar Author-Name: Evelyn Barandica Author-Name: Adriana Quimiz Title: Innovative pedagogical strategies to strengthen creativity in arts education Abstract: The research analyzed the impact of arts education on the development of creative thinking in high school students in the canton of Jipijapa. It was evident that the teaching of the arts not only enriched the academic training of the students, but also fostered key skills such as problem solving, critical thinking and self-expression. Through the analysis of background information and theoretical bases, the relevance of innovative methodologies, such as image reading and Project-Based Learning (PBL), was highlighted, which allowed for the enhancement of creativity in the classroom and the strengthening of meaningful learning. The study was based on constructivist approaches, such as the postulates of Piaget and Vygotsky, which emphasized the active construction of knowledge. In addition, Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences provided a conceptual framework for understanding the diversity of students' abilities. In the Ecuadorian context, the legal framework, composed of the LOEI and the LOES, supported the importance of arts education in the integral formation of citizens. Despite the progress made, challenges were identified in the implementation of pedagogical strategies that favor the teaching of the arts. It was concluded that strengthening arts education would contribute to the development of creative skills essential in the 21st century, and the integration of innovative methodologies and the continuous training of teachers were recommended to improve arts education in Ecuador. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 641 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024641 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:641:id:641 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Wilson Medina Author-Name: María Tepán Author-Name: Rosa Monar Author-Name: Evelyn Barandica Author-Name: Adriana Quimiz Title: Artistic Self-Assessment and Divergent Thinking in Ecuadorian Secondary Students Abstract: This study investigated the influence of cultural and artistic education on the development of critical and creative thinking among first-year high school students at Unidad Educativa Fiscal "Ocho de Enero" in Jipijapa. A significant problem was identified regarding the limited integration of artistic activities into the educational curriculum, which considerably restricted opportunities to foster divergent thinking skills in young people. To address this issue, a methodological approach was designed that included creative workshops in various artistic disciplines, such as music, dance, theater, and visual arts. These workshops aimed not only to encourage active student participation but also to create an environment that valued and stimulated creativity among students from diverse backgrounds. The main results indicated that the proposal significantly enhanced students' creativity and promoted teamwork, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking, thereby contributing to their comprehensive development as participatory and committed citizens. Continuous evaluation of the workshops and feedback from participants provided valuable insights for adjusting and optimizing activities based on students’ needs and preferences. In conclusion, the effectiveness of the proposal in developing creative competencies among students was clearly demonstrated, highlighting the importance of integrating artistic education into current educational contexts. This integration enhances the personal and academic growth of young people, fostering a holistic education that benefits both students and the broader community. Ultimately, it creates a vibrant educational environment where creativity can flourish and positively impact future generations. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 640 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024640 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:640:id:640 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Wilson Medina Author-Name: María Tepán Author-Name: Rosa Monar Author-Name: Evelyn Barandica Author-Name: Adriana Quimiz Title: Cultural and artistic education as a tool for critical thinking Abstract: Cultural and artistic education played a fundamental role in the integral development of students, fostering critical and creative skills essential to their education; however, at the “Ocho de Enero” Public School in Jipijapa, these disciplines were poorly integrated into the curriculum. This limitation affected the students' ability to develop divergent thinking, solve complex problems and explore their creativity; moreover, the absence of effective strategies for artistic self-evaluation reduced interest in and performance in the arts. Despite having teachers trained in various cultural areas, the lack of motivation and technical resources hindered the identification and enhancement of student talents; as a result, students lacked adequate tools to strengthen their higher cognitive skills. In response to this problem, the implementation of creative workshops was proposed as a strategy to encourage artistic exploration and critical reflection on one's own work; through an initial diagnosis and continuous evaluation, the aim was to measure the impact of these workshops on education. The study showed that the integration of cultural and artistic education enriched the academic experience, promoting skills such as the analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information; it also improved the quality of learning and prepared students to face the educational challenges of the 21st century. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 639 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024639 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:639:id:639 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Bismar Ariel Conde Arteaga Author-Name: Johana Lastra Cordero Author-Name: Jessica Viviana Peláez Álava Author-Name: Leili Segura Quiñonez Author-Name: Narcisa Dolores Piza Burgos Title: Feedback strategies to strengthen autonomy in student learning Abstract: Secondary education has faced difficulties in the development of self-regulation and autonomous learning in students. At the Camilo Ponce Enríquez Public School, located in Quito, this problem has been identified in first-year baccalaureate students, who depend excessively on teacher guidance. Feedback has been proposed as a key strategy to strengthen these skills, allowing students to understand their learning process and take a more active role.This research analyzed the relationship between feedback and self-regulation of learning, considering different pedagogical strategies employed by teachers. It was evident that efficient feedback is a participatory process that encourages reflection and monitoring of one's own performance. However, many teachers perceive feedback as a simple correction of errors, without encouraging the autonomous development of the student. Previous studies have shown that adequate feedback not only improves academic performance, but also motivates students to develop strategies to self-regulate their learning. In Ecuador, the lack of knowledge about feedback techniques limits its effective application in the classroom. The present research highlights the need to modify teaching practices, promoting spaces for dialogue and reflection to achieve meaningful and autonomous learning. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 638 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024638 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:638:id:638 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Bismar Ariel Conde Arteaga Author-Name: Johana Lastra Cordero Author-Name: Jessica Viviana Peláez Álava Author-Name: Leili Segura Quiñonez Author-Name: Narcisa Dolores Piza Burgos Title: Impact of Feedback on the development of self-regulation and autonomous learning skills Abstract: Introduction: This study analyzed the influence of teacher feedback on the development of self-regulation and autonomous learning in first-year high school students in the Social Sciences area of the Fiscal Camilo Ponce Enríquez Educational Unit. Feedback is considered a key element in teaching, as it allows for the strengthening of students' autonomy and control of the learning process. Methodology: A mixed approach was applied, combining qualitative and quantitative techniques, with a sample of 90 students selected from a population of 118. Through surveys and statistical analysis with SPSS software, the students' perception of teacher guidance and its impact on academic performance was evaluated. The results showed that 73.33% of the students perceive teacher feedback positively, highlighting its role in improving learning. In addition, a moderate positive correlation (0.544) was identified between feedback and self-regulation, as well as a strong correlation (0.713) with autonomous learning. These findings support the hypothesis that effective feedback contributes significantly to the development of students who are more autonomous and responsible for their educational process. Conclusions: In conclusion, teacher feedback is a key factor in learning, favoring both self-regulation and student autonomy. It is recommended to strengthen pedagogical strategies that promote more personalized and continuous feedback, thus optimizing the teaching-learning process. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .637 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.637 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.637:id:.637 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Janeth Carolina Alvarado Alquinga Author-Name: Marco Vinicio Nugra Pachar Author-Name: Janina Mariuxi Pineda Guerrero Author-Name: Marta Cecilia Ibarra Freire Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Title: The Flipped Classroom as a Methodological Strategy in Training and Education for the Exercise of Optional Voting from the Citizenship Education Subject in High School Students in Ecuador Abstract: This article addresses the implementation of the Flipped Classroom as a methodological strategy for training and educating high school students in Ecuador on the exercise of optional voting, within the framework of the Citizenship Education subject. The problem lies in the lack of understanding and active participation of students in the electoral process, limiting their ability to exercise their voting rights in an informed manner. The main objective is to analyze the effectiveness of the Flipped Classroom in improving students' understanding and motivation regarding optional voting. A quantitative methodology was used, with surveys administered to students before and after the implementation of this strategy. The results show an increase in motivation, understanding of the electoral process, and awareness of the importance of optional voting. Additionally, students reported higher levels of active participation and critical reflection on their role as voters. It is concluded that the Flipped Classroom can be an effective tool for teaching citizenship and electoral participation, promoting more autonomous, meaningful, and practice-oriented learning. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 636 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024636 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:636:id:636 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Janeth Carolina Alvarado Alquinga Author-Name: Marco Vinicio Nugra Pachar Author-Name: Janina Mariuxi Pineda Guerrero Author-Name: Marta Cecilia Ibarra Freire Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Title: Educational innovation and electoral participation: Inverted Classroom as a strategy in Citizenship Education Abstract: Introduction The optional right to vote in Ecuador for adolescents between 16 and 18 years of age, established in the 2008 Constitution of Montecristi, represented an advance in youth citizen participation. However, there was a low turnout at the polls, attributed to a lack of motivation and ignorance about the importance of voting. Despite the fact that the Citizenship Education course included topics related to democracy and voting, traditional expository methodologies failed to arouse students' interest. Development The research addressed this problem by implementing the Flipped Classroom as a methodological strategy to improve the electoral education of young people. This approach allowed dynamizing learning through digital tools and synchronous and asynchronous activities, promoting a more interactive teaching. It was detected that the lack of coordination between educational institutions and the National Electoral Council (CNE) limited the realization of electoral simulations, which reduced the familiarization of students with democratic processes. In addition, it was highlighted that socioeconomic inequalities and access to quality education significantly influenced the electoral participation of adolescents. Conclusion The findings demonstrated that the application of the Inverted Classroom strengthened civic education, promoting a more active electoral participation. It was concluded that the adaptation of innovative pedagogical strategies was essential to prepare young people to exercise their democratic rights. Education needed to be modernized to respond to current challenges and foster a more engaged citizenship. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 635 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024635 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:635:id:635 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Alba Viviana Herrera Córdova Author-Name: Lucia Efigenia Pardo Capa Author-Name: Orlando Máximo Torrales Avilés Author-Name: Betty Alexandra Villalta Leon Title: Interactive strategies for teaching history: The impact of Genially on motivation and learning Abstract: Introduction: The advance of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) has transformed education, favoring the implementation of innovative teaching strategies. In this context, the use of the digital tool Genially has made it possible to energize the teaching of History, encouraging the active participation of students. This study focused on designing and evaluating interactive strategies based on Genially, with the aim of improving the learning of historical content and developing critical thinking in secondary education students. Development: of a qualitative methodological approach, case studies, classroom observations and surveys aimed at students and teachers were carried out. The results showed that the integration of Genially in the teaching of History increased student motivation, facilitated the understanding of historical events and improved knowledge retention. In addition, the use of interactive resources, such as timelines and concept maps, promoted more autonomous and meaningful learning. However, challenges such as the digital divide and the need for teacher training in the pedagogical use of digital tools were identified. Conclusion: The study showed that Genially is an effective tool for improving the process of teaching and learning history, as it promotes a more visual, interactive and participatory learning. However, to ensure its effective implementation, it is essential to reduce the digital divide and strengthen teacher training in the design of innovative teaching strategies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 634 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024634 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:634:id:634 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Alba Viviana Herrera Córdova Author-Name: Lucia Efigenia Pardo Capa Author-Name: Orlando Máximo Torrales Avilés Author-Name: Betty Alexandra Villalta Leon Title: Interactive and educational content based on the use of Genially to energize the teaching-learning process in the History subject for Secondary Education students Abstract: This study presents the design and evaluation of teaching strategies based on Genially to improve History education in secondary schools. Using a qualitative approach, case studies and classroom observations were conducted to analyze the impact of these strategies on students' learning. It was explored how the use of interactive digital tools facilitates the development of critical thinking and the retention of historical knowledge. The results show that integrating Genially into teaching methodology can promote meaningful and motivating learning, as well as provide a replicable model for other educational institutions. Surveys were conducted with 75 students and 15 teachers. The results reveal an increase in motivation and improved understanding of historical content when Genially is used in the classroom. The proposal involves developing interactive educational content using Genially, including presentations and quizzes, to facilitate the learning of specific topics from Unit 4: Greece, the Cradle of the West, employing dynamic and participatory learning, adapting to different learning styles and student needs to ensure they adequately understand historical content. It is concluded that the use of interactive resources enhances meaningful learning and the active participation of students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 633 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024633 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:633:id:633 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Author-Name: Alba Viviana Herrera Córdova Author-Name: Lucia Efigenia Pardo Capa Author-Name: Orlando Máximo Torrales Avilés Author-Name: Betty Alexandra Villalta Leon Title: Use of digital tools in History: analysis of the impact of Genially Abstract: Introduction: The study analyzed the impact of the use of digital tools in the teaching of history in Argentina, focusing on the Genially platform. It examined how its implementation could improve student motivation and understanding in an educational context characterized by inequalities in access to technology and teacher training. It started from the problem of low student participation in history, a subject that is often perceived as distant and abstract. Development: Research was carried out in various Argentine educational institutions, applying qualitative methodologies such as surveys, interviews and classroom observations. Learning was compared before and after the implementation of Genially, highlighting its impact on participation and knowledge retention. It was found that students showed greater interest and critical thinking when interacting with historical content in a visual and interactive way. However, there was evidence of the need to overcome barriers such as the lack of equitable access to technology and insufficient teacher training. Conclusion: The study concluded that Genially is an effective tool for boosting the teaching of history in Argentina, increasing student motivation and understanding. However, its implementation requires institutional support, teacher training and equal access to technology. To achieve sustainable educational change, the development of policies that promote digital inclusion in the Argentine education system is recommended. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 632 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024632 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:632:id:632 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daniel Román Acosta Title: Leadership in education: impact on management and decision making. Part 2 Abstract: Introduction: Leadership has been the subject of multiple studies due to its impact on organizational management and team management. Different theorists, such as Krieger, Chiavenato and Yukl, analyzed leadership from an interpersonal influence perspective, highlighting its role in decision making and employee motivation. This research focused on the analysis of leadership characteristics, its styles and its influence on organizational dynamics. Development: The study made it possible to identify the essential features of leadership, such as the ability to influence, strategic vision, service vocation and humility. Also, different leadership styles were analyzed, from autocratic to transformational, and their effect on team motivation and performance. Decision-making was presented as a key factor in organizational management, showing that effective leaders knew how to adapt their approach according to the circumstances and the level of commitment of their followers. In addition, the importance of motivation within leadership was highlighted, pointing out that recognition, training and personalized attention were decisive in improving productivity and strengthening job satisfaction. Conclusions: It was concluded that leadership does not respond to a single ideal model, but must be adjusted to the needs of the organization and its members. Successful leadership is characterized by the ability to inspire, guide and empower human talent. Finally, it was recommended to continue researching the relationship between leadership, innovation and job satisfaction in order to improve management strategies in different organizational environments. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 631 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024631 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:631:id:631 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daniel Román Acosta Title: Leadership in education: impact on management and decision making. Part 1 Abstract: Introduction: The research addressed leadership as a key element in the organization and management of human groups, from its origins in the philosophical thought of Confucius, Plato and Aristotle to its application in organizational and educational management. The evolution of the concept of leadership was highlighted, from its association with military strategy in ancient Greece to its current importance in decision-making and conflict resolution in academic institutions. Based on a review of previous studies, the analysis of leadership in education was proposed in order to establish a theoretical basis for developing more effective strategies. Development: The study included a background analysis that allowed understanding the evolution of leadership and its impact on different organizations. Research was reviewed, such as that of González (2007), which examined leadership in conflict management in basic schools, and that of Espinoza (2007), which proposed models of managerial leadership in university faculties. In addition, González (2008) analyzed transformational leadership in university teachers, while Montilla (2008) studied the predominant styles in companies. Studies such as De Abreu (2012), who evaluated influence tactics in the effectiveness of leadership in higher education, and Sanchez (2013), who identified autocratic leadership in religious institutions, were also considered. Conclusions: The research concluded that leadership in the educational setting directly influences institutional management and decision making. It was determined that transformational and participative leadership are effective strategies to improve academic management and foster a collaborative environment. Finally, it was recommended to continue with studies that analyze the relationship between leadership and institutional performance, with the objective of optimizing the administration of educational institutions and strengthening the training of leaders. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 630 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024630 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:630:id:630 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daniel Román Acosta Title: Leadership style in the self-development unit of the Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences of the University of Zulia Abstract: This work was aimed to analyze the dominant leadership in the self-unit of the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences of the University of Zulia, in Maracaibo. The study is based and supported by experts in the area of leadership such as Krieger (1996), Maxwell (1998), Bravo (1999) and Rodriguez Hernandez (2006), Chiavenato (2007), Covey (1992), among others. Giving contributions to define, characterize, formulate and develop research. The research was descriptive with a field design, not experimental. Transversal. The population consisted of 17 subjects of the aforementioned institution. Climb a questionnaire comprised of 36 items and five answer choices designed: always, almost always, often, sometimes and never; validated through technical trial of eight experts in the field. Reliability was calculated by Cronbach's alpha coefficient, obtaining a reliability score of 0.962 thus obtaining a highly reliable result. The contributed data were analyzed by means of graphics. It resulted that the leadership provided by the head of this unit are not referring to a particular leadership, in fact, the most striking and most widely accepted reference a democratic and liberal leadership, since each actor assumes leadership where All opinions and participate but is itself the final decision according to their abilities and aptitudes. Also, it is noted that the leader has a positive impact and add value to people within the unit, emphasizing the participatory decision making where it was shown that always involved at all of the decisions that are assumed in the unit but is rare a time when taking majority decisions but never and rarely gave him one or more awards at the end of each school day. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 629 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024629 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:629:id:629 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daniel Román Acosta Title: Academic leadership in times of change: a view from the University of Zulia and Argentina Abstract: The research analyzed leadership in the Self-Development Unit of the Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences of the University of Zulia, with the purpose of evaluating its impact on the performance of facilitators and administrative personnel. It was based on the premise that leadership is essential in any organization and that its correct exercise influences the achievement of institutional objectives. The study sought to provide tools to improve university management and contribute to the development of human talent. In the Argentine context of 2022, leadership in university institutions acquired a central relevance due to the post-pandemic challenges. The reconfiguration of the educational system, the implementation of hybrid modalities and budgetary constraints demanded strategic leadership to ensure educational quality. The importance of participatory and horizontal models was highlighted, in contrast to hierarchical approaches predominant in Latin America. The study included fundamental theoretical references on leadership and organizational sociology, applying a comparative approach between the University of Zulia and the Argentinean university system. It was concluded that effective leadership improves change management and decision making in university environments. In Argentina, academic leadership played a key role in student retention and adaptation to new institutional dynamics. The research provided valuable insights to strengthen university leadership and ensure a more equitable and sustainable educational development. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 628 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024628 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:628:id:628 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Evelin Alexandra Zúñiga Sosa Author-Name: Cristina Alexandra Mendoza Macías Title: Public-private strategic alliances: A fundamental pillar for strengthening primary health care systems Abstract: Introduction: Strategic alliances in health optimize resources and improve care, prioritizing institutional cooperation based on trust and transparency. PAHO highlights the importance of innovation and collaboration with public and private sectors to address health challenges. In Ecuador, the MSP promotes decentralization through public and private networks, ensuring equitable access. PUCESE contributes with research and community outreach, focusing on prevention and health promotion. In Esmeraldas, health limitations and migration aggravate vulnerability, requiring medical brigades and integrated strategies to strengthen coverage and quality of care in marginalized populations. Methods: The study has a cross-sectional, descriptive approach, anonymized data descriptively analyzed in SPSS 20.7. Results: During the days 28, 29 and 30 of July 2021, 373 inhabitants of three communities received health services: outpatient care (340 consultations), pharmacy (1051 dispensations), laboratory (213) and home care (33 consultations). Taquigue had the highest demand, while Chigue had the lowest. 63% of the beneficiaries were women, predominating in all age groups. The main diseases treated were type 2 diabetes (25%), hypertension (24%) and general medical consultations (18%). Other pathologies included neuralgia (10%), intestinal parasites (5%) and urinary tract infections (4%), reflecting the need for follow-up in chronic diseases and hygienic-sanitary conditions. Conclusions: Strategic alliances allow goals to be met and improve access to health services in isolated communities, strengthening inter-institutional cooperation and reducing health gaps and improving quality of life. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 627 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024627 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:627:id:627 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: David Hugo Bernedo-Moreira Author-Name: Jaime Natanael Gonzales-Lopez Author-Name: Juan Alberto Almirón-Cuentas Author-Name: Héctor Fredy Pacompia-Quispe Author-Name: Rafael Romero-Carazas Title: Sustainability of Health Sciences Education: Teacher Training and Financial Management of Pedagogical Resources Abstract: Introduction: The sustainability of health sciences education represents a fundamental challenge in the training of highly trained professionals prepared to respond to the demands of the health system. In a context characterized by the increasing complexity of teaching and the need for pedagogical innovation, teacher training and efficient management of educational resources emerge as key elements to guarantee the quality and continuity of training processes in universities. Objective: To determine the relationship between teacher training and financial management of pedagogical resources in Peruvian universities providing health sciences education. Methods: Quantitative, basic or pure, non-experimental, cross-sectional and correlational research. Results: A correlation coefficient r=0.971 for the study variables, and a value of p=0.000. Conclusions: The research confirms that teacher training is a key factor in the efficient management of pedagogical resources, contributing to the sustainability of health sciences education. Universities that prioritize teacher training will be better prepared to manage their resources efficiently, thus ensuring quality teaching aligned with the demands of the current academic and professional context. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 625 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024625 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:625:id:625 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jahiro Samar Andrade Preciado Author-Name: Rubén González Vallejo Title: Integrating ChatGPT and Generative IA apps in Specialized Text Translation and Post-Editing: An Exploratory Study Abstract: This study explores the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in specialized translation processes, using ChatGPT as the primary tool. The research, with an empirical-exploratory and mixed-method approach, focuses on two objectives: first, to analyze the translation skills and strategies used by students employing ChatGPT to translate texts in legal, medical, and scientific fields; second, to describe the post-editing process, evaluating the techniques used to improve the accuracy and cultural adaptation of the final text. The central research question guiding the study is how ChatGPT influences the development of translation skills and what post-editing strategies students apply to enhance their translations. The methodology involves translation practices with a group of 15 advanced students from the Bachelor’s Degree in Translation at UABC, who translated and post-edited three specialized texts with ChatGPT. These exercises, conducted in three-hour sessions, also included the creation of specific terminological glossaries. A specialized rubric was used to measure translation quality, and Translog-II software recorded the time spent on each activity, assessing the efficiency and accuracy of the process. Preliminary results indicate improved efficiency in the translation process and the final product quality through AI tools and post-editing. In the final survey, students also reported a positive perception of ChatGPT, highlighting its utility in developing specific translation competencies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 624 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024624 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:624:id:624 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rafael Romero-Carazas Title: Biases in accounting publications: myths and truths Abstract: This study was carried out with the aim of analysing the biases of accounting publications: myths and truths. In its development, the analytical method was used from a descriptive perspective, as well as the research tools of the documentary review. The findings indicate that the observation, reflection, analysis and prediction skills of accountants remain underdeveloped throughout the training period, with the result that quantitative rather than qualitative data are considered more in decision-making. Reasons for this include a lack of clarity about its usefulness and its role in developing innovative approaches to accounting theory and practice. It is concluded that accounting is projective and predictive, so studying, understanding and introducing it as a basis for financial analysis in accounting practice requires a unique pedagogy; due to changes in the perception of reality, new types of observation are conducive to solving its difficult challenges. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 623 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024623 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:623:id:623 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Fredrick Kayusi Author-Name: Moses Isutsa Shileche Author-Name: Linety Juma Author-Name: Rashmi Mishra Author-Name: Petros Chavula Author-Name: Rubén González Vallejo Title: Adoption and Usage Patterns of Referencing Services Management Software Among Postgraduate Students: A Case Study of Selected Kenyan Universities Abstract: Administration of referencing, referral services offered in university libraries across the world is a critical function in library services to its users. It impacts the way the face of the library is viewed in the eyes of the users. However, various studies show that this service is prone to numerous crisis during its provision that affect an efficient, effective, and user-friendly referencing services management system. The functions of the reference desk within the library revolve around providing a point of referral for help users seeking library services, a point of referral to other services, or to other materials within the library that cannot be accessed by the users, or to other physical spaces where library functions take place,and providing a contact point with the library. Libraries have traditionally offered in-person referencing and referral services to their users; the use of in-person referencing services has declined markedly while virtual referencing and referral services has increased,and referencing services have been integrated in library websites management systems where you see applications like Turnitin, Endote, Zotero, APA as well as AI prominently incorporated. This redefinition of referencing services has challenged librarians to identify the skills and competencies required by service staff to meet this need. Referencing services nowadays may involve much more than acting as a roving search engine. Successful referencing work requires librarians and information specialists to familiarize with a variety of databases and be comfortable with many diverse menus of technologies, as well as being familiar with good online referencing techniques. The purpose of this case study was to examine the adoption and usage of referencing services management software among postgraduate students in Kenyan universities. The study analyzed four predictors: Ease of Navigation, Institutional Resources, Training Impact, and Perceived Relevance. The study was qualitative, and the design used was multiple-case based, involving 205 postgraduate students in Kenyan universities who were purposively selected to participate in the study. Data were collected using focus group discussions, observation, and document analysis. The results revealed a strong model fit, with an R Square value of 0.770, indicating that the predictors explained 77% of the variance in adoption and productivity. Key findings highlighted the significant positive contributions of Ease of Navigation, Training Impact, and Perceived Relevance, while Institutional Resources showed no significant influence. The results underscore the importance of user-friendly design, skill development, and relevance to user needs in driving software adoption. Practical implications include the need for flexible, collaborative training programs and improvements in resource utilization. Suggestions for future research include exploring broader demographic factors and longitudinal studies. This case study can be utilized by all library users ranging from undergraduate to faculty level. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 622 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024622 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:622:id:622 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Teresa Irina Salazar Echeagaray Author-Name: Mario Mitsuo Bueno-Fernández Author-Name: Julieta Elizabeth Salazar Echeagaray Author-Name: Víctor Hugo González Torres Title: Academic stress and causal factors in medical students in an educational institution in Mexico Abstract: Introduction: Academic stress is a common problem in medical students, affecting their well-being and performance. This study analyzed its level and causal factors. Methods: A quantitative, descriptive and cross-sectional study was carried out on 472 medical students. A questionnaire on stressors and physical, psychological and behavioral reactions was applied. The data were analyzed with descriptive statistics in SPSS. Results: Academic overload (68.2%), constant evaluations (61.5%) and competition among peers (55.7%) were the main stress factors. Among the physical manifestations, 72.4% reported fatigue and 64.1% reported sleep disturbances. In the psychological field, 67.3% presented anxiety and 54.9% presented emotional exhaustion. Conclusions: Medical students present high levels of stress with an impact on their health and performance. It is recommended to implement coping strategies such as time management, psychological support and healthy habits. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 621 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024621 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:621:id:621 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carlos Rafael Araujo-Inastrilla Author-Name: Mayelin Llosa Santana Author-Name: Dayami Gutiérrez Vera Author-Name: María del Carmen Lamazares Pérez Author-Name: Tania Rosa González García Title: Construct validity of informational skills for the application of Scientometrics Abstract: Introduction: Scientometrics, as a key discipline in the metric studies of information, requires specific informational skills for its effective application. This study focuses on validating the theoretical construct of informational skills for the application of scientometrics, aimed at tutors of the Health Information Systems career. Objective: to validate the theoretical construct of informational skills for the application of scientometrics. Method: A quantitative study was carried out with tutors from the Health Information Systems career where exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory (CFA) techniques were used to evaluate the factor structure of the construct. The analyses were performed with IBM SPSS Statistics 25 and IBM AMOS 25. Results: The EFA revealed a two-factor structure with acceptable factor loads (values between 0.77 and 0.98). The TFA confirmed a two-factor model with an adequate fit (comparative fit index = 0.906, goodness of fit index = 0.844). Factor 1 grouped technical-operational skills (identification, collection, and presentation of data), while Factor 2 included critical-analytical skills (search strategies, quality assessment, analysis, and evaluation). Bartlett's sphericity test (p = 0.000) and the KMO index (0.709) supported the suitability of the data for factor analysis. Conclusions: The construct of informational skills for scientometrics is valid, with a two-factor structure that reflects operational and critical-analytical skills. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 620 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024620 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:620:id:620 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yanetsi García Savón Author-Name: Carlos Rafael Araujo Inastrilla Author-Name: María del Carmen Roche Madrigal Author-Name: Anet López Chacón Author-Name: Daniel José Olazabal Guerra Author-Name: Jean Marcos Nápoles de la Torre Title: Virtual Health Classroom in the training of Health Information Systems students Abstract: Introduction: the use of the Virtual Health Classroom (VHC) has generated a change in the paradigm of the training of Health Information Systems students. Objective: to describe the state of the use of VHC in the training of Health Information Systems students. Method: a cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out in the Faculty of Health Technology, focused on the training of students of Health Information Systems. A population of 61 subjects taught in the career was covered, to a total of 41 students of plan E. The variables were studied: students registered in the VHC, mode of study, students enrolled in VHC courses, subjects by discipline of the career and subjects by academic year. Results: 100.0 % of the students of the day course and meeting modalities are registered in the VHC and are enrolled in the courses (subjects) corresponding to the academic year. 80.5% of the subjects of the 13 disciplines of the degree are present in the VHC, with constant interaction of students and professors. The fourth year stands out with 100.0% of the subjects in the VHC, with traceable evidence of use for teaching and learning. Conclusions: the state of the use of the VHC in the training of students of Health Information Systems was described, where considerable advances are seen in terms of the use of this virtual teaching and learning environment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 619 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024619 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:619:id:619 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Analiz De Paula Paredes Author-Name: Nadina Travieso Ramos Author-Name: Guillermo Luis Herrera Miranda Title: Implementation of an improvement strategy on the imaging spectrum of patients with COVID-19 for Imaging specialists Abstract: Currently, medical universities and health institutions are concentrating efforts to confront the COVID-19 pandemic. This reality manifests the need for adequate preparation of the doctor specializing in Imaging in relation to the imaging spectrum of patients with COVID-19 and its sequelae, permanently and continuously for their professional performance. The objective of this research was to present the implementation of the strategy to overcome the imaging spectrum of patients with COVID-19 for doctors specializing in Imaging in the province of Pinar del Río. An intervention study in medical education was carried out in a population of 60 specialists. The viability of the strategy was studied as a variable. Three methods were used as the socialization workshop, the satisfaction survey and the evaluation of the quality of the imaging reports. The socialization workshop allowed the description of the images, which favored the preparation of these specialists to carry out advanced practices. In the assessment of the satisfaction survey, the results confirmed the satisfaction of professionals regarding the specific skills achieved. Regarding the quality of the reviewed exams, the following results were obtained regarding optimal quality: chest x-ray (86%), chest ultrasound (100%), and chest computed tomography (100%). In conclusion, the implementation of the Improvement Strategy showed its relevance and feasibility, confirming the transformation in the performance of Imaging professionals in correspondence with the demands of the professional needed by the Cuban health system. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 618 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024618 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:618:id:618 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Leydelys Castillo Valdés Author-Name: Sahely Sixto Fuentes Author-Name: Nadina Travieso Ramos Author-Name: Roger Andrés Ozuna Castillo Author-Name: Liliana de la Caridad Rodríguez Plasencia Author-Name: Fabio Martínez Sixto Title: Theoretical foundations of the professional improvement process of general practitioners for the early diagnosis of oral communication disorders Abstract: Introduction: The solution to health problems affecting the population constitutes the starting point for the improvement of professionals working in Primary Health Care. Objective: to determine the theoretical foundations of the model of the professional improvement process of general practitioners for the early diagnosis of oral communication disorders. Methods: the dialectic method was used as the guiding method. From the theoretical level: historical-logical, analytical-synthetic and inductive-deductive. Results: the model is based on philosophical, psychological, pedagogical, legal or juridical foundations of professional improvement in Cuba, sociological and of the sciences of Medical Education. It assumes the principles of permanent and continuous training, of Education at Work and of the relationship between forms, technologies and cognitive independence. As theoretical-methodological conditioners are the active and reflexive participation of the specialist in the process, the commitment to change in terms of professional performance. This process is conceived as a system of activities integrated to the set of actions that take place in the institution where he/she works, with the creation of collaborative learning and the incorporation of technologies. Conclusions: for the elaboration of the model it is essential to start from the theoretical foundations, principles and theoretical-methodological conditioning factors to guarantee the validity of the new object relations and the implementation of the strategy as a way of implementing the model. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 617 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024617 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:617:id:617 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: César Adán Silva Quintana Title: Strategic analysis of porter's five competitive forces model applied to the higher education sector Universidad Nacional de Pilar, year, 2024 Abstract: The National University of Pilar (UNP), founded in 1991 and formalized by Law Number 529/94, is a key institution in higher education in Paraguay. In an environment of rapid change and high competition, ensuring the quality and sustainability of its programs is a fundamental challenge. This study uses Porter's five forces model to analyze UNP's competitive position, assessing the threat of new competitors, the bargaining power of suppliers, the bargaining power of students and their families, the presence of substitute products, and rivalry in the sector. The objective is to analyze how these forces affect UNP's competitiveness. To this end, five specific objectives are established. The research is descriptive and explanatory, with a qualitative approach. Data are collected through interviews and documentary analysis with participants including students, teachers, and directors and coordinators. The findings indicate that UNP faces increasing competition from private universities that offer similar programs with greater flexibility. The threat of substitutes, such as online courses and technical training programs, also affects the demand for its programs. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 616 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024616 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:616:id:616 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yasmil Y Rodríguez Title: Autism: An Interdisciplinary Analysis From Neuroscience Abstract: Autism, since its initial descriptions by Leo Kanner and Hans Asperger in the 1940s, has shifted from a pathological framework to a neurodiversity paradigm that recognizes neurological differences as part of human variability. This essay examines the epistemological and neuroscientific foundations of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), exploring theories such as the theory of mind, mirror neurons, and linguistic polysemy, which challenge traditional notions of "normality." Neuroscience highlights atypical brain connectivity, while phenomenology addresses divergent consciousness in autism, emphasizing unique subjective experiences. Ethical and social challenges, including educational inclusion and Rawlsian justice, are analyzed to ensure rights and dignity in inclusive environments. Contemporary research suggests autistic traits exist on a broad spectrum within the general population, challenging categorical diagnoses and promoting support models focused on understanding rather than correction. The essay concludes by advocating for redefining normality, prioritizing acceptance of neurological diversity as integral to human identity. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 615 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024615 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:615:id:615 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rommer A Ortega-Martinez Author-Name: Miguel A Molina-Cardenas Author-Name: Carlos E. Román-Calvimontes Title: Evaluation of the usefulness of a predictive model for the diagnosis of COVID-19 in relation to the TR-PCR test and rapid test, in patients at the Univalle Sud Hospital Abstract: Objective: Early diagnosis for COVID-19 with rapid antigen test (PRA) and real-time polymerase chain reaction (TR-PCR), applying a predictive model. Material and methods: Retro-prospective, observational, longitudinal study; in 2020, a PRA and TR-PCR indication score for COVID-19 was applied to 98 patients (age, fever, respiratory symptoms, chest X-ray, comorbidities, place of residence and work activity); > 4 indicated taking TR-PCR (χ2=0.531, p>0.05), area under the curve (AUC) of 0.5; 3 regression models were performed, the third was more effective (vital signs and clinical signs) to decide positivity; in 2023, 284 patients were included to validate the model. Results: Mean age 47.7±16.7, frequent symptoms with cough, fever and asthenia; mean systolic pressure 119.7±15.6 mmHg and diastolic 74.8±10.9 mmHg; TR-PCR with a sensitivity of 85 %, a validity rate of 49 %; positive predictive value of 48 %; negative predictive value 55 %, positive likelihood ratio 1.019; Cohen's Kappa index, (κ=0.016, 95% CI: -0.073 to 0.1). Conclusions: Molecular tests were contrasted with vital signs and clinical signs; We consider that our model can be useful, but its validation still needs to continue and be applied to more patients. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 614 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024614 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:614:id:614 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo Luís Herrera Miranda Author-Name: Nelia Margarita Rodríguez García Author-Name: Fabián Andrés Muñoz Vidal Author-Name: Dania María Horta Muñoz Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Herrera Horta Author-Name: Zurelys Gutiérrez García Title: The “One Health” approach through the Defense Preparedness discipline program Abstract: Introduction: The “One Health” approach contributes to meeting the demands of the future, performance of Medicine graduates and their responsibilities and concrete actions in relation to the defense and reduction of disaster risks and maintenance of health. Objective: design a strategy for the implementation of the “One Health” approach in the program of the Defense Preparation discipline, of the Medicine career, at the University of Medical Sciences of Pinar del Río. Methods: a bibliographic review was carried out on the “One Health” approach and the program of the Preparation for Defense discipline of the Medicine career, necessary for the design of the strategy. Results: the proposed strategy was conceived and designed based on the participation of the main actors: students and professors of the Medicine career, it has four specific strategic actions, operations and indicators and forms of evaluation that will allow it to achieve its objective. Conclusions: a strategy was designed for the implementation of the “One Health” approach in the Defense Preparation discipline program of the Medicine degree, which was evaluated by experts and specialists who corroborated the scientific validity of the proposal. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 613 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024613 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:613:id:613 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Maria de la Caridad Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Francisco Machado Reyes Author-Name: Wagner González Casanova Author-Name: Daimy Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Diana Belkis Gómez Guerra Title: Tuskegee experiment, bioethical violation as present and future in the development of human society Abstract: Introduction. The Tuskegee Experiment was a clinical study between 1932 and 1972 in the American city of Tuskegee, by the United States Public Health Service. Objective. Describe the history of the Tuskegee experiment, as a violation of bioethics for the present and future in the development of human society. Material and method. A retrospective historical study was carried out where theoretical methods such as documentary and historical-logical analysis were used. Development. Six hundred African-American sharecroppers, mostly illiterate who did not give informed consent, were studied to observe the natural progression of untreated syphilis and whether it could lead to death. This generated controversy and led to changes in the legal protection of patients in clinical studies, leading to the establishment of the National Commission for the Protection of Human Subjects in Biomedical and Behavioral Research and the National Research Act. Conclusions. History has given us a painful lesson, but one that we cannot stop learning and the teaching that ethical sensitivity must be raised. Any scientific experiment, no matter how well technically designed, cannot forget the experimental subject, much less when it involves vulnerable populations. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 612 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024612 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:612:id:612 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo Luís Herrera Miranda Author-Name: Nelia Margarita Rodríguez García Author-Name: Fabián Andrés Muñoz Vidal Author-Name: Dania María Horta Muñoz Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Herrera Horta Author-Name: Zurelys Gutiérrez García Title: Educational strategy to raise awareness about antimicrobial resistance with a “One Health” approach Abstract: Introduction: Antimicrobial resistance is a serious public health problem in many countries around the world and one of the greatest threats to current medicine, and the “One Health” approach is a key piece to address this problem. Objective: to evaluate the effectiveness of an educational strategy to raise awareness about antimicrobial resistance with a “One Health” approach, in Medical Offices No. 8 and 10 of the Pedro Borrás Astorga Polyclinic, Pinar del Río. Methods: a pre-experimental study was carried out, with a pretest/posttest design, during the period January-April 2024. From a universe of 1,703 people, a sample of 124 was selected, using intentional non-probabilistic sampling. Descriptive and inferential statistical methods were used. Results: the female sex predominated (58.8%), the mean age for both sexes was 56.4 ±11.272 years. At initial diagnosis, 57.1% of people had an inadequate level of information, with a predominance of the indicators: food safety (77.4%), rational use of medicines (75.0%) and prevention and control of communicable diseases (66.9%); after the educational intervention, the information level was raised in 90.4% of people. The McNemar test yielded significant results (p=0.000; p<0.05). Conclusions: the educational strategy was effective, as it achieved a statistically significant change in information on antimicrobial resistance with a “One Health” approach. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 611 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024611 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:611:id:611 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Denis Frank Cunza-Aranzábal Author-Name: Juanito Vilchez Julón Author-Name: Liset Sairitupa-Sanchez Author-Name: Wilter C. Morales-García Title: Psychometric analysis of the Test Anxiety Questionnaire in schoolchildren Abstract: Test anxiety is a disproportionate emotional response to an assessment in an academic context due to feelings of rejection, underachievement, fear, discomfort and worry about possible negative outcomes. The objective was to analyze the psychometric properties of the Test Anxiety Questionnaire (CAEX in Spanish) in Peruvian high school students aged between 11 and 17 years (M = 14.03, SD = 1.8). Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed, and the results confirmed the factorial structure of the CAEX distributed in 4 factors. The goodness-of-fit indices were acceptable ( 2 = 2791.87, p = 0.000, CFI = 0.928, TLI = 0.925, RMSEA = 0.051, SRMR = 0.062) and showed that the CAEX presents discriminant validity (p > 0.05). It is concluded that the CAEX has adequate psychometric properties and is suitable for future research related to the mental health of high school students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 610 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024610 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:610:id:610 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: William Castillo-González Author-Name: Javier González-Argote Title: Rethinking academia: the need to establish chairs in private universities Abstract: In the context of higher education, private universities have prioritized flexible management models at the expense of collegial structures such as university chairs. Historically fundamental in academia, university chairs facilitate the integration of teaching and research, strengthening academic communities. However, their absence in private institutions has fragmented teaching and limited scientific output. This article argues for the necessity of establishing university chairs in private universities to enhance educational quality, foster collaboration, and consolidate institutional identity. Organizational and economic barriers to their implementation are analyzed, and strategies such as partnerships with the productive sector and digitalization are proposed. Additionally, a methodological model based on three types of chairs - academic, research, and innovation - is presented. The study concludes that adopting these structures is key to enhancing the academic and social impact of private universities in a globalized and competitive environment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .609 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.609 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.609:id:.609 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Maria de la Caridad Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Francisco Machado Reyes Author-Name: Wagner González Casanova Author-Name: Daimy Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Luis Enrrique Echevarría Martinez Title: The formation of values higher education and the health professional Abstract: Introduction: The term value is related to the very existence of the person, since it affects their behavior, configures and models their ideas and conditions their feelings; therefore, values are the foundation of personal and social order and balance. Higher education demands comprehensive training and education in values of teachers, whose achievement is a challenge today. Objective: to identify the formation of values, their integration in the work of higher education and the health professional. Method. A bibliographic review was carried out using the descriptors: formation of values; ethical concepts; higher level education. The bibliographic compilation methods were used, as well as its analysis and synthesis. Development: Addressing the study of values in higher education implies returning to the study of ethics. University education seeks to train comprehensive professionals for society, so its preparation must include the delivery of knowledge, skills and values. The formation of values in higher education is a very complicated issue to address, for this reason it is necessary to have teachers concerned about training ethical professionals, in order to impact and break structures that harm the development of society. Conclusions: The research shows that university students should promote values a little more. The value of obtaining them overrides a good habit as excellent professionals with good ethics. Values are forged in the family, but the role of the faculty in promoting their improvement is indisputable. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 608 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024608 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:608:id:608 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo Luís Herrera Miranda Author-Name: Nelia Margarita Rodríguez García Author-Name: Fabián Andrés Muñoz Vidal Author-Name: Dania María Horta Muñoz Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Herrera Horta Author-Name: Zurelys Gutiérrez García Title: Evaluation of a strategy for the formation of investigative skills in medical students Abstract: Basis: the last decades have been characterized by deep social, economic, technological and scientific transformations that give a new value to knowledge. Faced with the challenges of current public health, medical students fail to consciously and explicitly develop investigative skills related to the modes of professional action during their career. Objective: to evaluate the results of the application of a strategy for the formation of investigative skills in medical students of the Hermanos Cruz University Polyclinic, in the Pinar del Río municipality, during five academic years between 2020 and 2024.Methods: a descriptive, longitudinal and prospective investigation was carried out. The population consisted of 42 inmates and 59 teachers. Empirical (group interview with teachers and student surveys) and theoretical methods were used. Results: the students and professors recognized the importance of the formation of investigative skills, as a consequence of the structuring and content system of the proposed strategy, as well as the contribution of the clinical method in the process of formation of investigative skills.Conclusions: the evaluation of the partial implementation of the specific actions, through the application of an experience, demonstrated the relevance of the research carried out in achieving the formation of investigative skills in the students included in the study and in conceiving the training process. of these skills, based on clinical and epidemiological methods as fundamental agents and motors of this process. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 607 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024607 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:607:id:607 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Maria de la Caridad Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Francisco Machado Reyes Author-Name: Wagner González Casanova Author-Name: Daimy Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Diana Belkis Gómez Guerra Title: Proposal for a system of teaching aids for the basic clinic integration of endocrine-metabolic diseases Abstract: Introduction. The need for basic-clinical integration in the teaching-learning of Basic Biomedical Sciences in the Medicine career corresponds to contemporary trends in medical education, and the transformations of the Cuban National Health System. Objective. Develop a system of teaching aids for the basic clinical integration of metabolic endocrine diseases. Method. A technological development investigation was carried out, where theoretical methods such as historical-logical, systemic-structural and empirical were also used, as well as the documentary analysis that supports the study. Results. The system of teaching means developed, establishes a support material for teaching in the Medicine career, for students, and motivates them to search for information, and at the same time, the construction of their own knowledge, accepting a active position in their learning, the teacher acting as a facilitator of their learning, manifesting in turn the current demands of higher medical education. Conclusions. The teaching media system on endocrine-metabolic diseases, which uses information technology and communications, will allow students to develop clinical reasoning skills, on scientific bases, favoring developer learning, relating the transfer of subject contents biomedical basics and morphofunctionally basing clinical situations. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 606 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024606 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:606:id:606 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rigoberto Antonio Rostrán Sandino Title: Dyslalia as an obstacle to learning in first grade students Abstract: The study titled "Dyslalia as an obstacle to learning in first grade students" provides insight into the challenges that students with dyslalia face in their educational process. In this context, education must adapt to the needs of the context, seeking to improve the living conditions of communities. In this sense, a literature review was carried out in order to deepen the understanding of the problem under study, addressing the origin of dyslalia, its classification and the impact it has on the learning process. Under the qualitative cross-sectional approach, convenience sampling was applied; To collect the information, instruments were applied such as: structured interviews aimed at the educational community, which is made up of: pedagogical advisors of the Regional Autonomous Educational Subsystem (SEAR), municipal and regional delegation of the Ministry of Education (MINED), teachers, fathers and mothers; An observation guide was designed applicable in school situations, informal dialogues with students. Managing to carry out an analysis of the effects caused by dyslalia as an obstacle to learning, identifying the causes that originate it, which made it possible to determine how it influences the teaching-learning process. As a proposal for improvement for the learning problem studied, pedagogical strategies were designed that can be taken up by the authorities of the educational community, in general, and of the school specifically, to provide comprehensive care taking into account the learning needs, training aimed at teachers, mothers, fathers and the educational center. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 605 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024605 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:605:id:605 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Zaragoza Alvarado Title: Evolution of digital education in Mexico: ICT and digital literacy Abstract: The Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) course in Mexico has played a fundamental role in strengthening digital literacy since 2022. Its implementation sought to provide students with tools to interpret, analyse and create digital content in the educational context. In the wake of the pandemic, the government promoted digitisation strategies, although challenges such as the digital divide and lack of infrastructure in some regions persisted. It was observed that, at secondary level, students initially used ICT passively, but with the inclusion of more structured programmes, more participatory and critical learning was promoted. The use of artificial intelligence and personalised digital platforms made it possible to improve efficiency in the teaching process, facilitating the adaptation of content to individual needs. In addition, teacher training was promoted to ensure the effective integration of technology in the classroom. However, resistance to change persisted in certain communities. Despite these barriers, the incorporation of constructivist methodologies and progressive access to technology have enabled students to develop stronger digital skills, essential for their academic and professional development. The digitalisation of education in Mexico continues to evolve and will shape the future of learning. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 604 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024604 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:604:id:604 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Zaragoza Alvarado Title: The ICT course and its relationship with literality Abstract: The Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) have been revolutionized in recent decades, bringing the change in the way as man communicates and interacts. Before it was decided to include Information Technology and Communication (ICT) in educational institutions, which are aimed to support the teaching- learning process in which it was observed that the subject is passive environment managed computer only to copy the information found therein. This study was conducted at two institutions of inclusive secondary education for 117 students at the College Paulo Freire and Pascal A.C. College, which are located in the city of Aguascalientes state capital. the quantitative approach, with a quasi-experimental design in order to determine whether the ICT course has a relationship as part of the learning process of the students was used. Under the constructivist approach and structure of literacy, and implement designed a course to the control group with four axes, namely:. ICT literacy, ethical and legal use of information and construction of learning, once the 2015 - intervention, the application of Postest students 2014 school year was held. The results generally show a favorable disposition by students in this new way of working for them, since an increase was achieved in the use of ICT favorably and this is reflected in the way as implemented in investigations and tasks of other subjects. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 603 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024603 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:603:id:603 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Diana Elizabeth Córdova González Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Zaragoza Alvarado Title: Evolution of Psychoeducational Paradigms and their Impact on Learning -Part 2 Abstract: The study analyzed the regulatory framework of the educational system in Mexico and its impact on the quality of teaching and learning. It examined the Political Constitution, the General Education Law and various government programs that have established legal bases to guarantee educational equity and inclusion. It was identified that the regulations have contributed to the continuous improvement of the educational system, although challenges persist in terms of quality, teacher training and technological adaptation. The role of the New Mexican School and the National System for Continuous Improvement of Education in the implementation of strategies to strengthen competency-based learning and the development of critical thinking was highlighted. However, their success depends on the correct application of policies, investment in infrastructure and teacher training. In addition, it was observed that, although there has been progress in educational coverage and the reduction of access gaps, education in Mexico still faces challenges to consolidate a more inclusive and flexible model. Collaboration between government, educational institutions and society was considered essential to ensure a system that responds to current needs. Finally, it was concluded that education must continue to evolve to ensure equitable and quality learning opportunities for the entire population. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 602 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024602 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:602:id:602 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Diana Elizabeth Córdova González Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Zaragoza Alvarado Title: Evolution of Psychoeducational Paradigms and their Impact on Learning -Part 1 Abstract: Throughout history, educational psychology underwent a significant evolution, giving rise to various paradigms that influenced teaching and learning. The cognitive paradigm emphasized information processing and meaningful learning, highlighting the role of memory and the organization of knowledge. Jean Piaget, Jerome Bruner and David Ausubel proposed models that emphasized the importance of mental structures and prior knowledge in the assimilation of new information. On the other hand, Piaget's psychogenetics approached the development of thought through evolutionary stages, emphasizing the interaction between the subject and his environment. Subsequently, Vygotsky's sociocultural paradigm introduced the relevance of context and social interaction in learning, formulating the concept of the Zone of Proximal Development (ZDP) as a means to enhance cognitive development through the mediation of other more experienced individuals. Constructivism consolidated the idea that learning was not a passive process, but an active construction of the subject in interaction with his or her environment. David Ausubel emphasized the need for meaningful learning to achieve lasting understanding. With the advance of technology, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) acquired a fundamental role in education, facilitating new teaching and evaluation strategies. In conclusion, psychoeducational paradigms transformed education, allowing the application of innovative approaches to improve the learning process and the formation of competencies in students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 601 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024601 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:601:id:601 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Diana Elizabeth Córdova González Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Zaragoza Alvarado Title: Education in Mexico and Argentina: Progress and Challenges in 2023 Abstract: During 2023, the educational system in Mexico continued with the transition to the New Mexican School, whose purpose was to improve teaching through innovative strategies and the use of technology. The Ministry of Public Education promoted the improvement of reading comprehension and the development of critical thinking in students, in order to strengthen their academic performance. In this context, strategies such as the Basic System for Educational Improvement and the Minimum School Operation Standard were implemented. On the other hand, Argentina faced similar challenges in the educational field. Through the National Reading Plan and programs such as “Conectar Igualdad”, it sought to reduce the digital divide and improve students' reading and scientific skills. In addition, the Argentine government promoted technical and professional education, with initiatives such as “Argentina Program 4.0” and dual education, which promoted training in digital skills and facilitated the labor market insertion of young people. In both Mexico and Argentina, education was consolidated as a key tool for social and economic development. The integration of technologies in learning, together with innovative pedagogical strategies, allowed progress to be made in educational equity and the formation of citizens prepared to face the challenges of the 21st century. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 600 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024600 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:600:id:600 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Janeth Carolina Alvarado Alquinga Author-Name: Marco Vinicio Nugra Pachar Author-Name: Janina Mariuxi Pineda Guerrero Author-Name: Marta Cecilia Ibarra Freire Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Title: Inverted Classroom as a Tool for Civic Education and Electoral Participation Abstract: Introduction The research analyzed the implementation of the Inverted Classroom as a methodology for training in the exercise of the optional vote in second year high school students at the Unidad Educativa Particular Sudamericano, in Santo Domingo de los Colorados, Ecuador. We examined how this innovative strategy could strengthen the knowledge and electoral participation of students in a context where voting is optional for young people from 16 to 18 years old. The need to improve civic education through the use of digital resources and active methodologies was identified. Development The study addressed the Inverted Classroom as a tool that allows transferring theoretical learning outside the classroom, using information and communication technologies (ICT). International and national antecedents on its application in different disciplines were reviewed, finding that this methodology fosters critical thinking and autonomy in students. In addition, the challenges in its implementation were highlighted, such as the digital divide and the need for teacher training in the use of technological platforms. A comparative analysis was made with previous experiences of Inverted Classroom in Latin America, highlighting its positive impact on student motivation. Conclusion The study concluded that the Inverted Classroom represents an effective alternative for teaching optional voting, promoting civic participation and critical reflection in young people. However, its success depends on the availability of technology and teacher training. It is recommended that its implementation be accompanied by educational policies that guarantee equity in access to digital resources. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 599 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024599 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:599:id:599 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Janeth Carolina Alvarado Alquinga Author-Name: Marco Vinicio Nugra Pachar Author-Name: Janina Mariuxi Pineda Guerrero Author-Name: Marta Cecilia Ibarra Freire Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Title: Teaching Optional Voting from the Citizenship Education Perspective and Its Impact on High School Students in Ecuador Abstract: This research uses the Flipped Classroom methodology with a mixed methodological approach, integrating both qualitative and quantitative methods to provide a comprehensive understanding of the investigated issue. The main objective is to train and motivate young people between the ages of 16 and 18 in the conscious exercise of optional voting. The Flipped Classroom seeks to encourage students to take a more active role in their learning, allowing theoretical knowledge acquisition to take place outside the classroom through resources such as videos, readings, and digital materials. In a second phase, inside the classroom, students engage in practical activities, debates, and reflections guided by the teacher, which strengthens their understanding and critical thinking skills. The focus is on familiarizing students with topics related to civic participation, electoral processes, and political rights, so they develop analytical skills and critical reflection on their role as voters. Practical activities in the classroom will simulate electoral processes and analyze real cases from Ecuadorian politics. The expected outcomes include improved understanding of optional voting among young people, as well as increased involvement in the electoral process. Furthermore, it is anticipated that the Flipped Classroom methodology will foster greater autonomy and responsibility in their learning, enhancing their civic education and future participation in democratic life. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 598 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024598 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:598:id:598 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Janeth Carolina Alvarado Alquinga Author-Name: Marco Vinicio Nugra Pachar Author-Name: Janina Mariuxi Pineda Guerrero Author-Name: Marta Cecilia Ibarra Freire Author-Name: Yilena Montero Reyes Title: Educational innovation and youth participation: the Inverted Classroom in the optional vote Abstract: The implementation of the Inverted Classroom in the civic education of high school students in Ecuador represented an attempt to modernize teaching methods and strengthen youth electoral participation. However, this phenomenon could not be analyzed in isolation, as similar challenges persist in Latin America in terms of political interest and trust in democratic institutions. During 2023 and 2024, the region experienced institutional crises and increasing polarization, affecting youth participation in electoral processes. The Inverted Classroom allowed students to access theoretical content outside the classroom and focus on reflection and application in class, promoting more dynamic learning. In countries such as Mexico and Colombia, similar initiatives strengthened democratic education through digital platforms and youth participation programs. However, in countries with technological gaps, such as Brazil and Peru, the implementation of this methodology required greater investment in infrastructure and teacher training. In conclusion, the Inverted Classroom proved to be an effective strategy to encourage youth participation in democracy. Its success depended on adaptation to each national context, as well as institutional support to ensure equitable access to civic and digital education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 597 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024597 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:597:id:597 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kenia Milagro Sebasco Rodríguez Author-Name: Darien Nápoles Vega Author-Name: Grethell Caballero Conesa Author-Name: Agustín Guillermo Vicedo Tomey Title: Social Relevance Environmental Education in Medical Universities Abstract: Introduction: Today's world faces a serious environmental crisis, which demands the training of professionals with a broad environmental culture, constituting Environmental Education an essential pillar in the substantive processes of medical education. The objective of this work is: To substantiate the social meaning of Environmental Education in the training of Medical Sciences professionals. Methods: Qualitative research predominates in the work, it is based on dialectical materialism as a scientific conception of the world, which enables the use of theoretical methods, such as historical-logical, analytical-synthetic and inductive-deductive. At the empirical level, the analysis of documents emanating from Cuban environmental legislation, and others of international scope, was carried out. Results: The importance of Environmental Education has been highlighted in the professional training of future graduates of Medical Sciences, and emphasizes the need to deploy systematic actions in all spheres of university life to develop their environmental awareness and responsibility. Conclusions: The need to include Environmental Education in the substantive university processes of Medical Sciences was founded, on the basis of critical and evaluative training towards the environment and its conservation, which allows the integration of ethical knowledge, axiology and the environmental contextualization in correspondence with the objectives demanded by their profession and the health and disease processes that are verified in the community environment, where the students develop. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .596 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.596 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.596:id:.596 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Taleh Askerov Author-Name: Vugar Abdullayev Author-Name: Vusala Abuzarova Author-Name: Yitong Niu Author-Name: Khushwant Singh Title: Data processing in internet of things networks Abstract: As an important component of the IoT ecosystem, data sets are an essential part of the decision-making process. IoT devices generate hundreds of new data sets every second and the problem of managing them appropriately arises. In the process of data management, their processing is a particularly complex and important process. Various methods and tools are used to process data sets in the IoT ecosystem. Here, data processing allows you to speed up the decision-making process and make it less risky by transforming that data into the required form and making it relatively simple. The article explores the concept of data, data management and processing in the IoT ecosystem and shows a simple example of data processing. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .595 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.595 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.595:id:.595 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rubén González Vallejo Title: Evaluation of the Effectiveness and Personalization of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Language Teaching. Perspectives and Future Directions Abstract: The incursion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the educational field represents a paradigm shift that transcends the boundaries of the conventional classroom, offering a wide range of functions applicable to the teaching-learning process. Despite this, there are still few studies on its application in language teaching and, specifically, on the perception of future teachers. Therefore, we present a qualitative analysis conducted with 53 students from the Degree in English Studies and Double Degree in Primary and English Studies at the University of Malaga, with the aim of evaluating the effectiveness and personalization of AI tools in language teaching. The results point to a positive vision about the future of AI, due to its effectiveness and personalization, although with different reservations about its reliability and precision, general content, and the lack of human connection. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .594 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.594 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.594:id:.594 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Javier Ramírez-Narváez Author-Name: Reisner de Jesús Revelo-Méndez Author-Name: Angela Rodríguez-Rodríguez Author-Name: Diego Enrique Daluz-Veras Title: Pedagogical innovation in the 21st century to improve inclusive educational processes in Latin America Abstract: The aim of this article was to examine the relationship between pedagogical innovation and inclusive education, taking the Latin American region as a starting point; therefore, a qualitative review was carried out with a focus on grounded theory, using Bibliometrix, through RStudio with information extracted from Scopus during the period 2019-2023. The data were processed and analyzed in formats compatible with Excel. The results showed the scientific production on pedagogical innovation in education, the main sources on this topic, the scientific production of the best journals, the most relevant affiliations, scientific production by region and a thematic mapping of key descriptors. It is concluded that higher education institutions and companies headed by governments in Latin America must take advantage of the advancement of technology to encourage individuals to continuously innovate, for the benefit of education and society in general. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 593 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024593 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:593:id:593 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Raquel del Valle Peña Peinado Title: Educational Hilemorphism: Dialectical Mediation Between Matter (Student's Potential) And Form (Pedagogical Structures) From A Transcomplex And Multidimensional Praxis Abstract: Introduction: This study examines the dialectic of educational reality from a hylemorphic perspective, where education emerges from the interaction between the student's intrinsic potential (matter) and the pedagogical structures (form) that organize such potential. Methodology: A dialectical approach is used, integrating Aristotelian hylemorphism and transcomplexity, analyzing the contributions of various theorists such as Vygotsky, Freire, and García Carrasco to overcome the subject-object dichotomy in education. Results: The analysis identifies three key elements: 1) The student as educational matter with bio-psycho-social dimensions in constant transformation; 2) Pedagogical structures as flexible forms that must adapt to student diversity; and 3) The dialectical tension between rigid educational systems and the need for adaptable approaches. Discussion: The synthesis of this dialectic leads to the proposal of "inclusive transeducation," an approach that integrates student complexity through flexible pedagogical practices such as project-based learning and metacognition, emphasizing shared responsibility between student and teacher. Conclusion: Reinterpreted hylemorphism reveals education as a dialectical process where matter (student) and form (education) mutually influence each other, demanding pedagogies that integrate social, ethical, and cognitive dimensions to facilitate comprehensive human flourishing. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 592 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024592 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:592:id:592 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dayanis Aguas-Viloria Author-Name: Coralia Elvina Pinzón Carrasco Title: Factors that influence academic performance in mathematics: essential elements for effective education Abstract: Introduction: The present study, of a descriptive and non-experimental nature, aims to identify the factors that influence academic performance in Mathematics in high school students in Turbo, Colombia. It seeks to analyze the difficulties and errors in mathematical learning, providing a broader vision of the problem and its impact on school performance. Methods: A mixed, qualitative and quantitative methodology was used, with data collection through questionnaires applied to students and teachers. The sample corresponds to the San Vicente del Congo Educational Institution. Data analysis was performed using frequency distribution tables and statistical tools in Excel. Results: The factors that most influence academic performance in Mathematics include study time (100%), the way of study (65%), participation in classes (45%), completion of tasks (99%), selection of materials by the teacher (50%), understanding of the exercises (77%) and motivation for learning (55%). Conclusions: The study shows that dedication to study and constant practice are essential for the development of mathematical skills. In this sense, the appropriate selection of pedagogical resources and student motivation play a key role in improving performance. The teacher's role must integrate teaching strategies that promote active and participatory learning. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 591 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024591 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:591:id:591 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mónica Celeste Benítez Blanco Title: Factors Affecting The Choice Of University Courses: A Longitudinal Study At The Santo Tomás Italian Subsidized Private School, 2024 Abstract: Career choice is a fundamental process in the lives of individuals, influenced by various social, cultural, economic and work factors. In the context of the Santo Tomás Italian Subsidized Private School, this research seeks to understand how these influences affect the career decisions of its graduates. The main objective is to analyze the impact of socioeconomic level, parental education, cultural identity and family expectations on the choice of university careers of these young people. To achieve this, the study combines a longitudinal approach with quantitative and qualitative methods. Surveys are used to collect sociodemographic data and semi-structured interviews to explore in depth the experiences and perceptions of graduates. The findings allow us to conclude that the choice of university major by graduates of the Santo Tomás Italian Subsidized Private School is influenced by a combination of social, cultural, economic and labor factors. These factors interact to shape students' academic and career decisions, reflecting both their personal aspirations and the expectations of their families and labor market demand. Understanding these elements will allow you to implement more effective vocational guidance strategies, aimed at supporting informed and balanced decisions for your academic and professional future. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 590 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024590 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:590:id:590 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Enrique Carlos Bombelli Title: Pedagogical strategies for teaching computing in technical education: A sociocultural approach Abstract: Introduction: The study examines the role of information technology as a fundamental discipline in the training of industrial maintenance workers. Based on Activity Theory and Engeström's Expanded Triangle, the research analyzes the impact of mediating artifacts, such as Moodle and other digital tools, on the learning process. Methods: A qualitative-descriptive approach was applied, focusing on students enrolled in the Industrial Maintenance University Technical Degree. Data collection included performance records, academic evaluations, self-perception surveys, and semi-structured interviews with students and instructors. The analysis was conducted using content analysis and descriptive statistics. Results: Findings indicate that digital tools facilitated learning, but students tended to overestimate their knowledge of information technology. Conductivist models proved more effective for acquiring technical skills, while constructivist approaches supported deeper learning. Student interaction in forums was a key factor in collaborative learning, whereas participation in videoconferences was minimal. Conclusions: Teaching information technology in industrial maintenance education requires a flexible methodological approach that integrates mixed learning strategies. The establishment of clear community norms and the adaptation of pedagogical models to students' needs are essential to optimize learning processes. Future research should explore hybrid methodologies to enhance IT education, fostering autonomy and knowledge appropriation among students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 589 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024589 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:589:id:589 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mattukoyya Suhas Sahay Author-Name: Sreeja Ganta Author-Name: Bonu Naga Vamsi Vardhan Author-Name: Kamisetty Srilakshmi Title: A Comprehensive Study on Improving Time Series Forecasting Precision Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive study aimed at enhancing the precision of time series forecasting. The primary objective is to investigate various techniques and methodologies to improve the accuracy of forecasting models, thereby providing valuable insights for practitioners in diverse domains reliant on time series predictions. The methodology encompasses data preprocessing, feature engineering, model selection, parameter tuning, and ensemble methods. Through meticulous analysis and experimentation, key findings reveal the effectiveness of different approaches in enhancing forecasting precision. Notably, our research underscores the significance of proper data preprocessing and feature engineering in achieving superior forecasting accuracy. Moreover, comparative evaluations of diverse forecasting models shed light on their relative performance and suitability across different time series datasets. The conclusions drawn from this study offer practical recommendations for practitioners to adopt strategies that optimize forecasting precision. Additionally, the study identifies avenues for future research, particularly in exploring advanced ensemble techniques and addressing the challenges associated with non-stationary data. Overall, this research contributes to the ongoing discourse on improving time series forecasting accuracy and underscores its importance in decision-making processes across various domains. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .588 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.588 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.588:id:.588 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Valluri Shiva Venkata Raj Chowdary Author-Name: Darisi Venkata Sai Bhuvanesh Author-Name: Jangalapalli Sai Divya Author-Name: Jaddu Lavanya Author-Name: Praveen Krishna A.V. Author-Name: A.Dinesh Kumar Title: Detection of tampered data using steganography techniques Abstract: Steganography is the practice of hiding data within other data, such as hiding a message within an image. Data tampering is the unauthorized alteration of data. To detect data tampering through steganography techniques, one can use steganalysis, which is the process of detecting the presence of hidden data. Steganalysis techniques include statistical analysis, visual detection, and signature detection. These techniques can be used to detect if an image, audio, or video file has been tampered with by analyzing its statistical properties and comparing them to known properties of original files. Additionally, digital signature can be used to ensure the integrity of the data, by comparing the signature of the original file with the signature of the file that is being verified. Therefore, staying informed about the latest developments and using a combination of different detection methods is necessary for maximum effectiveness. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .587 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.587 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.587:id:.587 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ganesh Chilukuri Author-Name: Gandikota Harshavardhan Author-Name: Sri Keerthi Naishadham Radha Author-Name: Raj Veer Yabaji Author-Name: Meghana Sadhu Title: Deep Learning Approaches for Lung Cancer Detection: A Comprehensive Analysis of Models, Optimization Techniques, and Architectures Abstract: Lung cancer continues to be a significant global health challenge, highlighting the urgent need for innovative methods for early detection and precise diagnosis. This paper provides an extensive review of various deep learning techniques applied to lung cancer detection using medical image datasets. We examine a broad spectrum of deep learning models, including sequential models, convolutional neural networks (CNNs), and several optimization algorithms like ADAM, SGD, and RMSPROP. The analysis begins with the use of sequential models for binary classification of lung cancer images, followed by an exploration of optimization strategies to enhance model performance. We then extend the discussion to multi-class classification, focusing on the different types of lung cancer. To ensure thorough model training and evaluation, random mini-batch evaluations are performed using Python Keras. Additionally, CNNs are employed for effective feature extraction and classification, leveraging spatial patterns in the imaging data. Alongside traditional architectures, we incorporate data augmentation and regularization techniques to prevent overfitting and improve the models' generalization ability. The research also explores a range of CNN architectures, including the widely recognized VGG model, to identify the most suitable configurations for lung cancer detection. Beyond conventional models, alternative deep learning methods such as recurrent neural networks (RNNs), long short-term memory (LSTM) networks, and autoencoders are also considered. By determining the optimal approach, this study aims to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of lung cancer diagnosis, potentially leading to better patient outcomes and reduced mortality rates. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .586 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.586 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.586:id:.586 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Muhyeeddin Alqaraleh Author-Name: Mohammad Subhi Al-Batah Author-Name: Mowafaq Salem Alzboon Author-Name: Faisal Alzboon Author-Name: Lujin Alzboon Author-Name: Mohammad Nayef Alamoush Title: Echoes in the Genome: Smoking’s Epigenetic Fingerprints and Bidirectional Neurobiological Pathways in Addiction and Disease Abstract: Smoking remains a global health crisis, contributing to addiction and diverse diseases through complex biological mechanisms. This study explores the hypothesis that smoking induces epigenetic modifications and alters bidirectional neurobiological pathways, perpetuating addiction and disease progression. Leveraging a dataset of 55,692 individuals with 27 health metrics, we analyze associations between smoking status and physiological markers (e.g., lipid profiles, blood pressure, liver enzymes) to infer potential epigenetic and neurobiological mediators. Preliminary data reveal significant correlations between smoking and elevated triglycerides, LDL cholesterol, and liver function markers, suggesting systemic inflammation and oxidative stress as plausible intermediaries. We propose a methodology integrating bioinformatics and systems biology to map smoking-associated phenotypic changes to epigenetic loci (e.g., DNA methylation) and neural circuits (e.g., dopaminergic pathways). This work aims to bridge clinical observations with molecular mechanisms, offering insights into personalized interventions targeting smoking’s epigenetic "fingerprints" and their neurobiological consequences. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .585 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.585 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.585:id:.585 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: William Castillo-González Author-Name: Javier González-Argote Title: The problem repository and the researcher's seedbed as a methodological proposal to stimulate research in universities Abstract: Introduction: Academic research faces the challenge of defining relevant problems that generate social impact, balancing individual interests with the needs of the field of study and institutional expectations. In this context, problem banks and research seedbeds emerge as key tools to guide academic efforts towards applicable and high impact solutions. Materials and methods: A bibliographic review was carried out in databases such as PubMed and Scopus, selecting relevant publications, complemented with the authors' experience, to detail a proposal for articulation between problem banks and research seedbeds. Results and discussion: Problem banks organize and prioritize relevant research topics, serving as a bridge between theoretical knowledge and the solution of concrete problems. The research seedbeds complement this structure by involving students in real projects, strengthening their research training and their impact on society. The synergy between the two allows for more efficient research, oriented towards applicability and the generation of innovative knowledge. Conclusions: The articulation between problem banks and research seedbeds constitutes an overcoming proposal that optimizes academic processes, promotes research culture and positions universities as leaders in the solution of real problems. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .584 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.584 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.584:id:.584 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José D. Barcia Author-Name: Alisson L. Bravo Author-Name: Renata M. Leones Author-Name: Valeria I. Mendoza Author-Name: Helen Z. Veliz Author-Name: Mario A. García Title: Women who transformed medicine: legacies of innovation and perseverance Abstract: Throughout history, women have played a crucial role in the evolution of medicine, overcoming countless obstacles to contribute significant innovations. Their achievements have transformed healthcare and scientific research from ancient times to the present. Figures like Florence Nightingale redefined nursing as a professional discipline, while scientists like Marie Curie paved the way for advancements in radiotherapy. Today, women continue to strengthen their presence across various medical specialties, although challenges regarding equity and recognition persist. This essay aims to analyze the impact of women in medicine throughout history, highlighting their contributions, the challenges they have faced, and their legacy in advancing medical knowledge. Their legacy of perseverance, knowledge, and leadership inspires new generations, reaffirming that excellence in medicine knows no gender. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 583 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024583 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:583:id:583 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Denise I. Mendoza Author-Name: Joseth M. Zambrano Author-Name: Carolina E. Tejena Author-Name: Mario A. García Title: James Marion Sims: Medical progress and its ethical cost Abstract: This essay examines the development and ethical implications of James Marion Sims' medical practices, specifically his work on vesicovaginal fistula repair, through experiments conducted on enslaved women such as Anarcha, Lucy, and Betsey, Sims refined techniques that revolutionized modern gynecology and improved the quality of life for thousands of women. However, these advancements came at a high ethical cost, as they were performed under conditions of extreme inequality, without anesthesia, and the patient's consent. This essay aims to critically analyze Sims' legacy, evaluating the impact of his contributions to medicine alongside the human and moral costs of his methods. This analysis explores how his work aligns with contemporary ethical standards and underscores the necessity of a more equitable and humane approach to medical research. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 582 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024582 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:582:id:582 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Roxana Monzón González Title: The socioemotional education of adolescents from the educational process Abstract: This research article addresses the importance of socioemotional education in adolescents within the context of the junior high school educational process. It highlights that this stage is crucial for the comprehensive development of young people, as they face significant emotional and social challenges. Through a detailed analysis of the particularities of the educational process at this stage, the specific needs of adolescents are identified, as well as opportunities to foster their emotional well-being. The research focuses on the planning of a socio-educational project designed to enhance socioemotional education, addressing aspects such as self-awareness, empathy, emotion management and interpersonal skills. For this purpose, qualitative methods such as observation, interviews and surveys are used to obtain an in-depth view of the school reality and the perceptions of students, teachers and parents on the importance of socioemotional education. The results show that the implementation of socioemotional strategies in the classroom not only improves the school climate, but also contributes to the personal and social development of adolescents, preparing them to face the challenges of everyday life. The article concludes with recommendations for the integration of these approaches into the educational curriculum, highlighting the need to train qualified teachers and create spaces for dialogue that promote an emotionally healthy culture in schools. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 581 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024581 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:581:id:581 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Deivis Eduardo López Escalona Author-Name: Susany Yuhamer Ramírez Rodríguez Title: Scientific Reasoning As A Method Applied By The Teacher For Effective Teaching And Learning Abstract: The purpose of the study was to understand the importance of scientific reasoning as a method applied by teachers of the nursing career and the administration career for effective teaching and learning, originated by the questions of students at the time when they do not discern the theories in various topics. The research was applied at the Training Center for First Aid, Pre-Hospital Care and Auxiliary Nursing and at the National Experimental University of the Armed Forces, Aroa extension, supported and epistemologically protected by the emerging theories of the study. It was based on the post-positivist paradigm with a qualitative approach, phenomenological - hermeneutic method, where the reality of the phenomenon is made known as it occurs, the information was collected from in-depth interviews with three teachers, informants according to the experience obtained. in their teaching and care work, finally, an exhaustive analysis of the responses obtained in the interview was carried out. The results showed the scientific reasoning category, made up of the students' academic performance subcategory. The study was related to other research in different areas of knowledge where the students' reasoning was understood. Concluding, scientific reasoning is an effective method for the teaching-learning process where the evaluation of students is through reason and logic. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 580 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024580 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:580:id:580 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Libia Zulay Ariza-Pérez Author-Name: Orlando Ramón Guzmán-Feria Author-Name: Ángel David Noble-Zúñiga Title: Educational transformation through inclusion and innovation Abstract: This article focuses on the challenges posed by educational transformation, focusing on the inclusion gap, the need for innovation, educational quality and learning environments. The central problem lies in the persistent inclusion gap in education, which hinders equitable access and full participation of students with disabilities and marginalized groups, despite efforts to expand education systems. This gap undermines equality of opportunity and perpetuates socioeconomic inequalities. The article aims to conduct a documentary analysis of educational transformation and its relationship with the field of education, innovation and inclusive education. The methodology employed has a qualitative approach that includes an exhaustive literature review and analysis of relevant data. It is concluded that educational inclusion should be promoted as an essential component to build an equitable and just society. In addition, the need to foster a culture of innovation in education to prepare students for an ever-changing future is emphasized. It also emphasizes the importance of improving educational quality to reduce socioeconomic gaps and recognizes the crucial role of personalized and active learning environments in educational transformation. These findings point to the urgency of addressing these issues in today's educational environment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 579 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024579 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:579:id:579 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lisset Josefina Arnaud López Title: Neuroscience of Music: Impact of Musical Stimulation on Brain Plasticity and Education. A Literature Review Abstract: The impact of musical training on brain plasticity has been extensively researched, demonstrating its influence on crucial aspects such as cognitive development, memory, executive function, and language acquisition. This review highlights the main scientific findings that show how musical education strengthens neural connections, induces both structural and functional changes in the auditory cortex, and enhances the integration of fundamental brain networks, such as the salience network. Studies indicate that musical training during childhood enhances verbal memory, auditory discrimination, and reading ability, which in turn facilitates second language learning and the development of mathematical skills. Furthermore, musical training stimulates neuroplasticity in adults and has been successfully used in the neurorehabilitation of patients with cognitive and motor impairments. Recent research also suggests that live music triggers greater brain stimulation in the affective domain compared to recorded music, emphasizing its importance in therapeutic contexts. From an educational perspective, the implementation of music education programs can significantly contribute to students' holistic development, improving their academic performance and emotional well-being. These findings support the inclusion of musical strategies in public education and health policies, promoting their access as an essential tool for human development. In conclusion, musical training not only promotes cognitive development but also presents significant therapeutic applications for diverse populations. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 578 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024578 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:578:id:578 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Zulema Ávila Author-Name: Cristhian O. Vinces Author-Name: Doménica V. García Author-Name: Tanya B. Vergara Title: Telemedicine in the management of non-communicable chronic diseases: a critical look Abstract: In recent years, telemedicine has emerged as an alternative to medical care. This method has facilitated the connection between doctors and patients, allowing remote consultations via video calls or remote monitoring. However, telemedicine presents several challenges when managing patients with non-communicable chronic diseases (NCDs). This work analyzed the limitations and disadvantages of implementing telemedicine to manage non-communicable chronic diseases. One of the main limitations is the inequality in access to technology, especially among the elderly and low-income individuals, who often lack the resources or knowledge necessary to use electronic devices effectively. Likewise, the doctor-patient relationship is affected; the lack of a physical examination increases the risk of misdiagnosis, and the doctor's ability to perceive non-verbal cues is limited, reducing the emotional quality perceived by patients. Ethical and legal risks related to privacy and personal data in teleconsultations represent a challenge that must be addressed strictly to avoid conflicts with patients or their relatives. In conclusion, telemedicine offers advantages for managing NCDs but cannot completely replace in-person care. The limitations presented require more inclusive solutions and robust regulations to ensure quality care. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 577 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024577 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:577:id:577 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rosa M. Macías Author-Name: Nayeli Y. Tejena Author-Name: Eugenio R. Borroto Title: Genetic variability of human papillomavirus genotypes 16 and 18 and its association with cervical cancer Abstract: This study explores the relationship between the genetic variability of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) types 16 and 18 and their impact on the aggressiveness of cervical cancer. These genotypes account for 73% of global cases, and their integration into the host genome leads to the overexpression of viral proteins E6 and E7, which interfere with the tumor suppressors p53 and Rb, promoting oncogenesis. The objective of this research was to analyze through various studies the relationship between specific genetic variants of HPV-16 and HPV-18 and the increased aggressiveness of cervical cancer. A systematic review of articles published between 2000 and 2023 was conducted, selecting 30 relevant studies. The findings suggest that variability in the E6, E7 genes, and the long control region (LCR) directly impacts oncogenesis by altering viral transcription and immune response, increasing cancer risk. These variations can serve as biomarkers for diagnosis and prognosis. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .576 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.576 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.576:id:.576 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Franklin Padrón Quindemil Author-Name: Cindy Giselle Díaz-Contino Title: Strategy to evaluate the efficiency of projects in ecuadorian public universities Abstract: Introduction: Ecuadorian public universities face the challenge of evaluating research as a core function, where projects play a predominant role. It is essential for these projects to meet their scope, adhere to the stipulated timeframe, and manage the budget efficiently, while also ensuring beneficiary satisfaction. The objective of this study was to develop a strategy to measure the efficiency of processes that contributes to improving the evaluation of R&D&I projects in Ecuadorian public universities. Methods: A mixed-methods research approach was adopted, with an explanatory scope and a non-experimental design. The study was structured around the establishment of theoretical foundations, applying documentary analysis, diagnosing the evaluation processes related to the efficiency of R&D&I projects in Ecuadorian public universities through a questionnaire, and proposing a strategy along with its pre-validation based on expert judgment. Results: The findings reveal deficiencies in the indicators of time, budget, and scope, leading to the design of an evaluation strategy to measure the efficiency of R&D&I projects in Ecuadorian public universities. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .575 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.575 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.575:id:.575 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Bismar Ariel Conde Arteaga Author-Name: Johana Carolina Lastra Cordero Author-Name: Jessica Viviana Peláez Álava Author-Name: Leili Betty Segura Quiñonez Author-Name: Narcisa Dolores Piza Burgos Title: Feedback strategies to improve self-regulation and autonomous learning Abstract: Feedback is a fundamental component in higher education as it facilitates the development of self-regulation and autonomous learning skills. In Ecuador, several educational institutions struggle with implementing effective feedback strategies, which impacts students’ academic performance. This study analyzes the impact of structured feedback on improving learning self-regulation by comparing students’ performance before and after the intervention. Through a quasi-experimental design with a control and an experimental group, a formative feedback program was applied to university students from different disciplines. The results show a significant improvement in the ability to plan, monitor, and evaluate learning in the experimental group, highlighting the importance of integrating feedback strategies into Ecuadorian higher education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 574 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024574 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:574:id:574 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Bismar Ariel Conde Arteaga Author-Name: Johana Carolina Lastra Cordero Author-Name: Jessica Viviana Peláez Álava Author-Name: Leili Betty Segura Quiñonez Author-Name: Narcisa Dolores Piza Burgos Title: Challenges and opportunities of formative feedback in Ecuadorian education Abstract: The study analyzed the importance of formative feedback in the self-regulation of learning by high school students in Ecuador. It was found that, despite the educational reforms that promoted active methodologies, their effective implementation still faced obstacles. Among the main factors that hindered their application were teacher overload, lack of training in feedback strategies, and resistance to methodological change. These elements limited the possibility of students reflecting on their learning and improving their study strategies. From a theoretical perspective, it was shown that self-regulation of learning was key to academic and professional success, as it allowed students to plan, monitor and evaluate their performance. It was evident that structured feedback favoured metacognition and autonomous learning, in contrast to traditional strategies. In the Ecuadorian context, the lack of didactic approaches based on feedback affected the development of critical thinking and student autonomy. Finally, it was concluded that the implementation of formative feedback strategies could improve the quality of education. It was suggested that teacher training and the use of technologies to personalize feedback would be essential to overcome existing barriers. In addition, the need to design educational policies that would facilitate their adoption was highlighted, with the aim of transforming education and preparing students for future academic and professional challenges. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 573 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024573 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:573:id:573 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Bismar Ariel Conde Arteaga Author-Name: Johana Carolina Lastra Cordero Author-Name: Jessica Viviana Peláez Álava Author-Name: Leili Betty Segura Quiñonez Author-Name: Narcisa Dolores Piza Burgos Title: The role of feedback in autonomous university learning Abstract: In Ecuadorian higher education, the quality of autonomous learning and the self-regulation capacity of students have faced persistent challenges. Despite advances in educational policies, students continued to experience difficulties in managing their learning, which impacted their academic performance and professional preparation. One of the determining factors was the lack of effective feedback from teachers, who focused on summative assessments rather than formative approaches. Feedback played a key role in teaching and learning, as it allowed students to reflect on their performance and adjust their study strategies. However, in many cases, this feedback was unidirectional, corrective and late, which limited its impact on improving learning. In addition, a lack of understanding of how to use feedback reduced its effectiveness in developing autonomous learning. Another problem identified was the variability in the quality and accessibility of feedback due to teachers' time and resource constraints. In distance education, asynchronous communication made the interaction necessary for effective feedback even more difficult. Furthermore, the lack of teacher training in innovative strategies prevented the use of the potential of feedback to promote self-regulation of learning. In conclusion, transforming feedback into a pedagogical tool was essential to improve self-regulation and autonomous learning, requiring teacher training and evidence-based strategies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 572 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024572 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:572:id:572 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Leticia Gomes da Silva Author-Name: Alexandra Celento Vasconcellos da Silva Author-Name: Patricia Facina Soares Caracol Author-Name: William Alves dos Santos Title: Chromotherapy as an integrative and complementary practice for reducing pain in childbirth care Abstract: Introduction: Labor is characterized by involuntary and coordinated uterine contractions, facilitated by oxytocin, which lead to dilation of the cervix and expulsion of the fetus. Pain during labor is physiological and varies between pregnant women, being associated with dilation and distension of the pelvic structures. Non-pharmacological techniques, such as chromotherapy, are used to relieve pain and promote well-being. They stand out for their analgesic and calming properties, helping to reduce the use of medication and providing a more comfortable experience for the parturient woman. To identify chromotherapy as an Integrative and Complementary Practice in pain relief during childbirth. Method: This is an integrative literature review of a descriptive and exploratory nature, analyzing the use of chromotherapy in labor and delivery. Results: Non-pharmacological methods (NPM), such as chromotherapy, offer benefits such as pain relief and stimulation of dilation, but face barriers due to lack of knowledge. Obstetric nurses play a key role in the use of these methods. Conclusion: The study concluded that although there is limited scientific evidence on some practices, such as chromotherapy, its benefits are clear. As an Integrative and Complementary Practice (ICP), chromotherapy has been shown to be effective in reducing pain during labor, relieving anxiety and stress, and facilitating dilation, providing greater comfort and well-being for the parturient. However, more research is needed to deepen our understanding of this technique and its effects. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 571 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024571 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:571:id:571 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gabriela Tavares Soares Author-Name: Carolina de Araújo Rezende Gonçalves Author-Name: Elaine Aparecida Policarpo Author-Name: Bruno de Souza Prado Author-Name: Gleice Kelly De Pádula Batista Machado Author-Name: Daniela Miotto Araújo Daniela Miotto Araújo Author-Name: Maiara Patrícia Vieira Nicolau Ribeiro Sanchez Author-Name: Manuelli Aparecida Mota Rodrigues Manuelli Aparecida Mota Rodrigues Author-Name: William Alves dos Santos Title: Domestic violence: how violence against women manifests itself in media discourse Abstract: Introduction: Domestic violence against women is a social problem related to male power and dominance, representing a violation of human rights and a serious public health problem. The media can both reinforce stereotypes and raise awareness of the issue. To identify domestic violence against women through discourse analysis. Methods: This study used an integrative review to investigate domestic violence against women in media discourses, with data from October 2024 from the VHL and CAPES databases. Full-length articles in Portuguese and English from the last 10 years were included. The research followed the stages of problem identification, literature selection and inclusion, guided by the PCC strategy and the PRISMA® Flowchart for analysis. Results: Violence against women is seen as the result of a machista construction that normalises control and aggression, sustained by discourses that reinforce stereotypes of female submission. Campaigns seek to recognise women as subjects of rights, but despite protective laws, social resistance continues to provoke high rates of violence against women. Conclusion: The media often naturalises domestic violence and blames the victims, reinforcing patriarchal structures and gender stereotypes. To combat this reality, it is necessary to value female protagonism, avoid blame and create safe spaces for women to share their experiences, promoting a fairer and more equal society. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 570 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024570 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:570:id:570 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Milton Carlos Guevara Valtier Author-Name: Myrna Carola Montoya Barnez Author-Name: Diana Karina Torres Ruvalcaba Author-Name: Erick Alberto Landeros Olvera Author-Name: María de los Ángeles Paz Morales Author-Name: Diana Cristina Navarro Rodríguez Title: Methodological concept analysis Role of Fear of Fattening, definition for use in research and clinical practice Abstract: Obesity will continue to be a public health problem at an international level, along with this condition there are phenomena such as the Role of Fear of Gaining Weight; however, there is no consensus on its definition. Therefore, the objective of this study was to analyze the definition of the concept Role of Fear of Gaining Weight; as well as its attributes, which was methodologically executed under the knowledge of Walker and Avant. Based on the analysis, the concept was defined as a behavior of an individual involved in a situation or activity for the maintenance of optimal body weight that can be accompanied by the feeling of anxiety/terror of gaining weight as a risky emotional aspect with which one can start, maintain or continue with positive or negative behavioral modifications in the lifestyle such as practicing physical activity and carrying out a diet that is beneficial for health. It is concluded that the concept analyzed with its definition can potentially be used in nursing research and practice, its use will allow over time greater clarity, refinement in its defining content, greater applicability and usability. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 569 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024569 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:569:id:569 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Reudis Durán Rodríguez Author-Name: Irayma Cazull Imbert Author-Name: Raúl Hernández Heredia Author-Name: Yordanka López Rodríguez Author-Name: Javier Alejandro Robles Calderón Title: Implementation experiences of a methodology for training competence in patient safety management in intensive care Abstract: Introduction: methodology is a system that relates procedures, actions, means and techniques in a logical process. Objective: to validate through a pre-experiment the proposal of a methodology for the training of the Patient Safety Management competency in intensive care. Method: qualitative – quantitative research at the Guantánamo University of Medical Sciences in the 2017-2018 school year. Scientific methods of bibliographic analysis and synthesis were assumed. A post-test type pre-experiment was carried out, with two groups (one control and one experimental). In this way, the experimental group was made up of 12 students and the control group was made up of 41, which constituted the population under study. To measure the variable level of training of the professional competence Management of the safety of the sick person in intensive care, the cognitive, procedural and attitudinal dimensions and indicators were considered and classified into the following categories: adequate, not very suitable, inadequate. Result: 70% of the students in the control group presented a level of competency training classified as inadequate, while in the experimental group, 83% presented an adequate level. Conclusions: the results of the validation process allow us to conclude the validity and relevance of the proposed methodology. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 568 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024568 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:568:id:568 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: María Agustina Favier-Torres Author-Name: Mabel Chi-Ceballos Author-Name: Yanet del Carmen Pérez Ferreiro Author-Name: Liana María Dehesa-González Author-Name: María Caridad Pérez Matute Title: System of actions that favor the training of second degree specialists in Family Medicine Abstract: Introduction: the National Health System (SNS) aspires for professional practice to be developed on the basis of specialized training. Objective: to design a system of actions that contributes to the improvement of the training of second degree specialists in Family Medicine, in the province of Guantánamo, from January to December 2025. Methods: a qualitative descriptive investigation was carried out in postgraduate education. The population consisted of 611 first-degree specialists in family medicine with three or more years' experience. The sample was 127 by simple random non-probabilistic method, 15 experts and 13 managers and teaching staff. The following theoretical methods were used: analysis-synthesis for the fundamentals and definitions related to the subject, specialized documentary review; registration of second degree specialists; induction-deduction for the determination of the specificities of second degree training. Empirical methods: surveys through questionnaires and group interviews. Variable: system of actions in four stages. Results: specific actions with objectives were designed, after identifying strengths, opportunities, weaknesses and threats. The actions responded to the diagnosis of the current situation of second degree specialists in General Comprehensive Medicine, socialization of the Regulations for obtaining the Second Degree in Health Sciences specialties, methodological guidelines, as well as indicators for evaluation. Conclusions: the proposed system of actions constitutes a tool for the preparation of first-degree specialists for second-degree training in the specialty of Family Medicine. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 567 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024567 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:567:id:567 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Camilo Macías-Bestard Author-Name: Yannelis Pérez-Sevila Title: Psychosocial aspects for treating mental health in the post-Covid phase Abstract: In order to address mental health in the context of Covid-19 as a pandemic, it is urgent to address this issue from the perspective of some psychosocial aspects and the intervention pyramid for mental health and psychological support. Objective: to identify the psychosocial aspects involved in addressing post-Covid mental health as a pandemic event. A bibliographic and documentary review was carried out on the subject in digital data sources on the subject. Different scientific information search engines were used: PubMed and Google Scholar. Review articles, research articles and published web pages were evaluated. Very important psychosocial aspects were found such as: related to the general context, to the strengthening of local care, protective environments, which includes key psychosocial principles, aspect about the whole community, as well as general activities for all aspects and/or interventions and public messages. The COVID-19 pandemic is a major threat to both physical and mental health and the well-being of society. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 566 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024566 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:566:id:566 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Maria de la Caridad Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Maira Margot Arias González Author-Name: Francisco Machado Reyes Author-Name: Wagner González Casanova Author-Name: Daimy Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Diana Belkis Gómez Guerra Title: Circular economy as a learning necessity in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Health Abstract: Introduction: Education is central to building a different world. Learning about the circular economy transforms people, helps us think and change everyday realities with reflections ranging from the way we consume food to how we dress. In the same way, it allows us to see that plastics are in our lives to provide value and that they can follow a sustainable and circular process if we consume them responsibly, separate them and do not abandon them in the environment. Objective: to offer a vision of the circular economy as a necessity for undergraduate and graduate health teaching. Methods: narrative bibliographic review, where a search was made in the MEDLINE/Pubmed, Scielo, LILACS databases, in the last 5 years, the terms Circular Economy were used as descriptors, with the alternative terms: circular economy and education, sustainable development; sustainable economy; systematic review. Development: The importance of the circular economy in undergraduate and graduate teaching in the health sector, the education of university students and the management of sustainability, as well as the curricular strategies based on the comprehensive training of graduates of medical sciences and the possibility of introducing the circular economy are defined. Conclusions: In Cuba, there is all the potential to achieve learning about the circular economy in undergraduate and graduate studies in the health sector, and it is also necessary because this will improve the results for people, families, communities, and the health system itself in particular. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 565 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024565 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:565:id:565 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Diana Elizabeth Córdova González Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Zaragoza Alvarado Title: Rire learning strategy mediated with Tic to promote reading comprehension of telesecondary students Abstract: The main objective of the research thesis entitled "ICT-mediated RIRE learning strategy to promote reading comprehension in Telesecundaria students" is to explore the influence of this strategy on improving reading comprehension. To achieve this, a cross-sectional experimental quantitative approach is used and students from the Adolfo López Mateos Telesecundaria school were selected as participants. In the study, the learning strategy using ICT was implemented, participants are given access to digital resources and interactive tools designed on the Classroom platform to promote reading comprehension. Throughout the study period, relevant data on the reading performance of the students was collected, the results obtained were analyzed using descriptive statistics techniques and inferences. From this analysis, it was possible to identify that the implementation of the proposal based on the RIRE strategy mediated by ICT had a positive impact on students' reading comprehension. This finding indicates that the use of ICT to support the RIRE learning strategy can be an effective tool to improve reading comprehension in educational settings. Digital resources and interactive activities provided students with additional opportunities for practice and reflection, allowing them to strengthen their comprehension skills. In conclusion, this research thesis demonstrates that the ICT-mediated RIRE learning strategy is a promising option to promote reading comprehension. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 564 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024564 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:564:id:564 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Iviany Torres Suárez Author-Name: Nadina Travieso-Ramos Author-Name: Dalia Carmona Domínguez Author-Name: Idania Alfonso Martínez Author-Name: Tomas Valle Pimienta Author-Name: Arelys Pérez Aguado Title: Professionalization strategy for pediatricians in comprehensive care for children and adolescents with type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Abstract: Introduction: Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus is considered one of the most demanding and serious health problems of the 21st century. With the aim of contributing to the improvement of professional performance in Pediatrics for the comprehensive care of children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes, the professionalization strategy is designed. Methods: Research was carried out in the area of Medical Education in the municipality of Pinar del Río in the period from January 2023 to December 2024. Among the methods of the theoretical level, the following methods were used: historical-logical, analysis and synthesis, modelling and structural systemic, and as methods of the empirical level: documentary analysis, questionnaires and interviews. Descriptive statistical methods such as percentage analysis were used. Results: Using the different research methods, the main difficulties in the professional performance of pediatricians in terms of comprehensive care for children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes were identified, based on which a professional improvement strategy was designed for pediatricians in comprehensive care for children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes with different organizational forms of teaching such as course, workshops, conferences and seminars. The strategy was validated by specialists stating that they meet the objective of the evaluation. Conclusions: The strategy designed on the theoretical-practical aspects for the comprehensive care of children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus will contribute to the professionalization of pediatric specialists and will result in their better professional performance in the field. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 563 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024563 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:563:id:563 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ydileidis Pérez Nariño Author-Name: Malvis Duany Fernández Author-Name: Gresin Samón Adelis Author-Name: Mayda Cisneros Rubalcaba Title: Guide for the evaluation and grading of theoretical and practical exams for residents in Imaging Abstract: Objective: to design a guide for the evaluation and grading of theoretical and practical exams for residents in Imaging at the Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto Gynaecological and Obstetric Teaching Hospital in Guantánamo. Methods: an exploratory, descriptive and cross-sectional investigation was carried out during the 2024 academic year. Theoretical and empirical methods were used, which allowed for the analysis of the main references on the subject and documentary analysis. Results: the guide consists of two sections, one for the practical exam and the other for the theoretical exam, which are evaluated and graded independently, with several components in each section. The way to evaluate each one and the methodology to be followed is proposed and explained. Conclusions: the use of the guide is an essential element in the evaluation of knowledge, while at the same time allowing for the homogenization of the evaluation system and raising the quality and rigor of the teaching-learning process. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 562 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024562 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:562:id:562 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ricardo Emilio Bueno Gómez Author-Name: Diana Karina Torres Ruvalcaba Author-Name: Norma Guadalupe Lopez Cabrera Author-Name: Dionicio Palacios Ríos Author-Name: Milton Carlos Guevara Valtier Title: Alternating pneumatic measurement: a highly usability, safe and affordable option, a case report Abstract: A simple, safe and affordable pneumothorax tamponade method was designed and tested for preliminary operation in patients requiring endotracheal intubation. Correct execution of pneumothorax tamponade with objective measurements prevents complications such as pneumonia. The method was a case study of a patient requiring endotracheal intubation. Devices such as an aneroid manometer and other materials were used to make up the measuring equipment for the design and preliminary function test. The pneumothorax tamponade device was found to be practical, safe and affordable in its preliminary assessment. It is concluded that, based on its preliminary effect, it is a practical, safe and affordable device that requires replication in practice and careful handling. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 561 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024561 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:561:id:561 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Perla Orozco-Naranjo Author-Name: Juana Mercedes Gutiérrez-Valverde Author-Name: Juan Alberto López González Author-Name: Milton Carlos Guevara Valtier Title: Risk factors for type 2 diabetes in adolescents in Mexico: A scoping review Abstract: Introduction: Type 2 diabetes has emerged as a public health problem in adolescents, particularly in Mexico, where several risk factors contribute to its increasing prevalence. This condition, previously rare in young people, has been associated with factors such as obesity, sedentary lifestyle and metabolic disorders, which put the long-term health of adolescents at risk. Therefore, we proposed to identify the available scientific literature on risk factors that have been related to type 2 diabetes in adolescents in Mexico. Methods: A scoping review was performed based on the methodology of the Joanna Briggs Institute. PubMed, Scopus and EBSCOhost databases were explored, with the descriptors adolescent, adolescence, teenagers, teens, youth, type 2 diabetes, type 2 diabetes mellitus, latin america, hispanic or latino, mexicans, risk factors and determinants of health, between the period 2013-2023. No language restrictions were applied. Results: The search yielded 600 articles, of which six were included as they met the search criteria. The evidence highlights that the main risk factors for the development of TD2 in adolescents found were obesity, arterial hypertension, dyslipidemias, insulin resistance, and sedentary lifestyle. The least identified were prediabetes, acanthosis nigricans, family history and low socioeconomic level. Conclusions: Consideration should be given to including the risk factors identified in prevention and promotion programs or in future interventions, thus influencing their prevention in those factors that are considered modifiable. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 560 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024560 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:560:id:560 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Isabella Cristini Amaral de Almeida Author-Name: Patrícia Facina Soares Caracol Author-Name: Tatiane Rodrigues Zaram Alcântara Author-Name: Aline Albuquerque Cirimbelli Souza Author-Name: William Alves dos Santos Title: Academic exposure in women's health in a private college in the city of Jacareí: an experience report Abstract: Introduction: Research in academia is increasingly present through the development of projects, papers, exhibitions and events promoted by universities and colleges. To present the experience lived by the nursing students in the development of the academic activity of educational action to women's health. Methods: This is a descriptive study, of the type experience report from the first scientific exhibition on women's health proposed in the context of the discipline "Nursing in Women's Health" of the undergraduate course in nursing at the Faculdade Anhanguera de Jacareí, in the state of São Paulo. It was developed in October 2022, in celebration of the month of breast cancer awareness: "pink October". Results and Discussion: The event was attended by professors from the anhanguera college from different areas of concentration, where we had a homogeneous group for the evaluation of works in women's health. We had the participation of professors from the nursing, psychology, biology, engineering, physiotherapy, pedagogy, and law courses. Conclusion: From the above, it is concluded that the nursing department of the Anhanguera College, Jacareí unit, conducted its first scientific exhibition with excellence and dedication. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 559 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024559 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:559:id:559 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gabriela Vacheli Rodrigues Author-Name: Isabella Cristini Amaral de Almeida Author-Name: Patricia Facina Soares Caracol Author-Name: Wanessa Roberta Araújo Author-Name: Karina Thalita Da Silva Higa Author-Name: William Alves dos Santos Title: The MEOWS Score - "Modified Early Obstetric Warning Score" as a Tool for Evaluating Gestational Morbidities Abstract: Introduction: This research is justified based on the current scenario described by the World Health Organization (WHO) of the increase in obstetric complications worldwide, which has gained great repercussions in the academic sphere. To identify the relationship between gestational morbidities in the MEOWS assessment. Method: This is a literature review in which books, dissertations and scientific articles selected from the Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Information System (LILACS), Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online (MEDLINE) and Virtual Health Library (VHL) databases were searched. Articles available in full, published in the last 5 years, in Portuguese and English were included. Incomplete articles and articles older than 5 years were excluded. Results: Reduction in obstetric complications and mortality, with a view to quality care and preventive action, with the Score MEOWS, in the assistance with the women. Conclusion: It was possible to verify that the MEOWS scale has a very positive effect when it comes to recognizing and avoiding clinical problems in patients, and that it brings autonomy to the nursing team, covering everyone in the recognition of complications. All the articles included in the research highlighted assertive points in various areas of hospital practice. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 558 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024558 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:558:id:558 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: William Bedoia De Albuquerque Junior Author-Name: Isabella Cristini Amaral de Almeida Author-Name: Patrícia Facina Soares Caracol Author-Name: Edilene Ramos Correia Rocha Author-Name: Aline Albuquerque Cirimbelli Souza Author-Name: William Alves dos Santos Title: Nursing approach to puerperal psychosis associated with heart disease: Integrated care for mental and cardiac health Abstract: Introduction: Puerperal psychosis is a serious psychiatric condition that can arise after childbirth, characterized by hallucinations, delusions and agitated behaviour. Although rare, the severity of the symptoms requires immediate attention. Risk factors include a history of mental disorders and birth complications. Treatment involves hospitalization, antipsychotic medication and psychosocial support, and the presence of pre-existing heart disease aggravates the condition, requiring specialized nursing care. Multidisciplinary collaboration is essential for the well-being of mother and baby. This literature review examines the relationship between puerperal psychosis and heart disease, offering insights for clinical practice. To identify nursing behaviors in women with puerperal psychosis associated with heart disease. Method: Bibliographic review based on articles from the LILACS and BDENF databases, published in the last 6 years. Exclusion criteria: articles in languages other than those used in the research, more than 10 years old or incomplete. The search involved the DeCS. Results: Puerperal psychosis associated with heart disease requires a multidisciplinary approach. The role of nursing is essential in education, emotional support and early monitoring. Adherence to treatment faces challenges such as social stigma and lack of resources. Conclusion: The study highlights the importance of nursing care for women with puerperal psychosis and heart disease, emphasizing the need for integrated health policies and professional training to improve clinical outcomes. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 557 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024557 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:557:id:557 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Arcadio Caballero Camacho Author-Name: Niurka Taureaux Díaz Title: Community Strategies to Improve Therapeutic Adherence and the Quality of Life of PLWHA in Angola Abstract: The HIV/AIDS epidemic has been a public health challenge, affecting sub-Saharan Africa in particular. In Angola, the province of Moxico has faced structural difficulties that have limited access to treatment. Between 2022 and 2024, the Moxico Municipal Hospital implemented a group intervention to improve the quality of life of people with HIV. This strategy included educational sessions and emotional support to strengthen adherence to antiretroviral treatment (ART). Before the intervention, only 35% of patients complied with ART, increasing to 90% after the programme was implemented. Furthermore, more than 90% of participants achieved undetectable viral load levels, reducing the risk of transmission. The programme also addressed stigma and discrimination, promoting the social integration of patients. Healthcare personnel were trained and educational strategies were developed adapted to the cultural and linguistic context of the region. Despite the challenges, the intervention proved to be effective and replicable in other regions. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 556 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024556 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:556:id:556 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Arcadio Caballero Camacho Author-Name: Niurka Taureaux Díaz Title: Influence of group intervention on the quality of life of people living with HIV (PLHIV). Moxico Municipal Hospital, Angola Abstract: Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) was identified in 1981 and its causative agent, the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), was isolated in 1983. Since then, it has become a pandemic with millions of people infected worldwide. The disease mainly affects young adults, with a high impact in developing countries. Adherence to antiretroviral treatment is key to controlling the viral load, but faces challenges due to socioeconomic and cultural barriers. In Angola, group psychotherapy was implemented as a complementary intervention to improve the quality of life of HIV patients. A study carried out at the Moxico Municipal Hospital between 2022 and 2024 evaluated the impact of this strategy on 60 patients on antiretroviral treatment. The intervention included educational and therapeutic sessions focused on treatment adherence, stress reduction and social integration. Viral load and adherence indicators were measured before and after the intervention. The results showed that 90% of patients achieved undetectable viral load levels, while treatment adherence increased from 35% to 90%. No cases of vertical transmission were recorded during the study. The intervention served as a model for future strategies in primary health care. Its implementation in other points of care in the province was recommended. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 555 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024555 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:555:id:555 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Arcadio Caballero Camacho Author-Name: Niurka Taureaux Díaz Title: HIV Intervention Strategies in Angola: Impact and Challenges Abstract: HIV/AIDS has been a global health crisis since its identification in 1981, affecting sub-Saharan Africa in particular. Angola has faced multiple challenges in its control, including limited access to diagnostic tests, a shortage of medicines and sociocultural barriers that make it difficult to adhere to antiretroviral treatment. Between 2022 and 2024, the country implemented strategies to improve care and reduce stigmatisation. The study addressed the impact of HIV on Angolan public health and the effectiveness of a group intervention at the Moxico Municipal Hospital. This strategy led to improvements in therapeutic adherence and a reduction in the viral load of patients. Furthermore, the combination of multidisciplinary approaches, community education and psychological support proved to be key to optimising the quality of life of people with HIV. Despite the progress made, access to information and health services continues to be a challenge in Angola. Factors such as low levels of education and poverty limit the effectiveness of prevention programmes. The group intervention showed that psychosocial and educational support helps to reduce discrimination and increase community integration. It is recommended that these strategies be strengthened and replicated in other regions of the country. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 554 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024554 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:554:id:554 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alok Kumar Ananad Author-Name: Awadhesh Prasad Title: Cyberbullying in Higher Education: Challenges and Interventions from College to University Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction; Cyberbullying among students has typically been studied within isolated educational contexts, such as colleges or universities, overlooking its presence across the entire educational lifespan. This article seeks to bridge this gap by offering a comprehensive analysis of cyberbullying's nature, social dynamics, legal implications, and potential interventions. Objective; The findings highlight that cyberbullying remains a persistent issue throughout various stages of education, affecting students' mental well-being and academic experiences. Despite its continuity, effective intervention strategies remain insufficient, particularly at the university level, where the misconception that ‘nothing can be done’ often prevails. This perception leaves victims feeling helpless and unprotected. Addressing cyberbullying requires a proactive, multi-tiered approach that incorporates legal frameworks, institutional policies, and digital literacy programs to equip students with the necessary tools to recognize, report, and counteract online harassment. Method; The study underscores the importance of fostering safe online environments, promoting awareness, and encouraging collaborative efforts between educators, policymakers, and students. Result; To enhance protective measures, institutions must develop evidence-based policies and integrate cyberbullying prevention strategies across all educational levels. Conclusion; The article concludes by presenting five key recommendations for future research and practice, advocating for a more holistic and continuous approach to tackling cyberbullying throughout the educational journey. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 553 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024553 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:553:id:553 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Amit Kumar Dinkar Author-Name: Ajay Kumar Choudhary Title: Exploring Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) in IoT Environments Abstract: Introduction; The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized numerous sectors, such as home automation, healthcare, and industrial operations, by enabling interconnected devices to facilitate automation, real-time data analysis, and intelligent decision-making. Despite its transformative potential, the rapid proliferation of IoT has introduced critical cybersecurity challenges due to the heterogeneous and fragmented nature of IoT environments. Objective; IoT networks consist of diverse devices with varying capabilities and protocols, making the implementation of standardized security measures complex. Method; Traditional approaches, including encryption, authentication, and access control, often fall short in addressing evolving cyber threats. Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) tailored to IoT offer a promising solution, enabling real-time monitoring, anomaly detection, and attack prevention. Result: However, the resource constraints of IoT devices and diverse architectures pose significant design challenges for IDS. Future advancements should focus on lightweight, adaptive IDS models leveraging machine learning, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technologies to enhance security frameworks. Collaboration among researchers, industry, and policymakers is essential to develop scalable solutions, ensuring IoT ecosystems remain secure and efficient in combating cyber threats. Conclusions; This paper reviews IoT security fundamentals, evaluates IDS solutions, and highlights key challenges, offering directions for future research to improve IoT cybersecurity through innovative strategies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 552 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024552 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:552:id:552 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rakesh Kumar Ranjan Title: X-Ray Absorption Spectroscopy: A Comprehensive Overview Abstract: Introduction; X-Ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS) is a powerful analytical tool that provides critical insights into the electronic and structural characteristics of elements in various samples. Objective; Widely employed across disciplines such as materials science, chemistry, biology, and physics, XAS enables researchers to study atomic-scale properties, including chemical states, local bonding environments, and coordination structures. By analyzing the energy-dependent absorption of X-rays, this technique delivers a detailed understanding of the fundamental interactions within complex systems. Method; This paper presents an in-depth exploration of the principles and methodologies underlying XAS, focusing on its experimental design and data analysis strategies. Result; It highlights the broad applicability of XAS, ranging from investigating catalytic materials and energy storage systems to analyzing biological processes and environmental contaminants. Recent technological advancements, including enhanced synchrotron radiation sources, improved computational tools, and the development of time-resolved XAS methods, have expanded its capabilities, making it more precise and adaptable to modern research challenges. Conclusion; The study emphasizes the growing importance of XAS in uncovering the intricacies of diverse systems and addresses future trends in the field. By showcasing the innovative potential of this technique, it reinforces its pivotal role in advancing knowledge across scientific disciplines while paving the way for further methodological and application-oriented breakthroughs. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 551 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024551 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:551:id:551 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rosana Ruiz-Sánchez Author-Name: María Amelia Solórzano Peña Title: Advisory committees in postgraduate courses in public universities in Mexico. Scoping normative review Abstract: In point 2 of paragraph b) of section 6, corresponding to the characteristics of the evaluation elements contemplated within the evaluation criteria of the National System of Researchers in force since 2023, it was established that participation in Advisory committees is considered a valid element of activities to strengthen and consolidate the community of humanities, science, technology, and innovation. However, the legal ordinance lacks clarity regarding the definition of "Advisory committee" This research analyzed the regulations applicable to postgraduate programs in public universities of Mexican states using a scoping normative review methodology. The results indicate a lack of uniformity in implementing this collegiate body, primarily due to each public institution of higher education (IES) exercising university autonomy, which enables the independent establishment of its normative, academic, or administrative regulations. Strengthening the normative framework that regulates tutorial committees in Mexican IES is necessary. Establishing clear criteria for their terminology, constitution, and operation is essential to guaranteeing equity in the evaluation and academic recognition processes. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 550 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024550 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:550:id:550 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Edith Inés Ruiz-Aguirre Title: Active teaching-learning methodologies -Educational proposals focused on the learner- Abstract: In recent years, learning scenarios have been radically transformed, driven by the advancement of technology and the growing demand for competent professionals for the 21st century. This transformation has given rise to new forms of teaching through active methodologies that involve students in their own learning process. These methodologies, in addition to strengthening knowledge, develop practical and professional skills applicable in various contexts, always under the guidance of teachers or facilitators who share the responsibility of learning with the students. The present documentary study recovers a set of active teaching-learning methodologies, such as problem-based learning, flipped learning or gamification among others, which facilitate the development of key professional competencies for learners, especially in the field of health. Active methodologies allow you to put into practice what you have learned, solve real problems, develop innovative projects and generate on-site experiences that simulate professional environments. In the field of health, these learning experiences are especially relevant, since they allow students to apply and test the knowledge acquired in the classroom, and then build and redefine it in the light of a contextualized reality. This study offers an overview of the most effective active methodologies for the health field and provides practical recommendations for their implementation in the classroom, to contribute to the training of highly competent and professionally committed health professionals. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 549 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024549 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:549:id:549 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: María Fernanda Yáñez Acosta Author-Name: Horacio Nario Venegas Author-Name: Elida Lizeth Barba González Author-Name: Katia Alcalá Barbosa Author-Name: Mónica Gabriela Romo Rodríguez Title: Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Exclusive Breastfeeding: A Qualitative Analysis Abstract: Exclusive breastfeeding is recognized for its nutritional, immunological, and emotional benefits. However, various barriers hinder its practice. This study analyzed mothers' knowledge and attitudes toward exclusive breastfeeding through a qualitative analysis of open- and closed-ended responses, collected via a questionnaire distributed through the WhatsApp application. Key themes related to perceived benefits, difficulties, and reasons for discontinuation were identified. The results showed that most mothers acknowledged the benefits of breastfeeding, such as disease prevention, better infant nutrition, and strengthened maternal-infant bonding. However, significant obstacles were identified, including lack of time due to work responsibilities, discomfort with breastfeeding in public, and the perception of low milk supply. Despite a good level of knowledge, social and workplace barriers influenced the discontinuation of breastfeeding. It was concluded that education on strategies to maintain milk production should be reinforced, and workplace policies should be promoted to support the continuation of exclusive breastfeeding. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 548 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024548 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:548:id:548 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Moraima Isalgué Marcillí Author-Name: Alfredo Pardo Fernández Author-Name: Yolaida Isalgué Marsillí Author-Name: Daniel Isalgué Drullet Author-Name: Virgen Mercedes Ferrales Isalgué Title: Professional performance of the family doctor in the prevention of violence in older adults Abstract: Introduction: the prevention of violence in older adults demands a high level of professional performance from the family doctor. Objective: to evaluate the level of professional performance of the family doctor in the prevention of violence in older adults. Method: a descriptive study was carried out at the Asdrúbal López Vázquez Polyclinic from March 2023 to March 2024. The population consisted of all the doctors who participated in the course on violence in older adults (45), and simple random sampling allowed 30 of them to be selected. The primary data was obtained from the questionnaire and included percentage analysis for the variables occupational category, function performed, teaching, care, research, management and ontological-attitudinal dimensions, summarized in five indicators each and their evaluation. Ethical principles for research were taken into account. Results: specialists predominated at 63.3%, 76.5% were doctors in clinics. The indicators of the dimensions were evaluated as inadequate. 50% refer to the use of the clinical-epidemiological method for the solution of social and health problems in older adults at risk of and victims of violence. They were represented in tables. Conclusions: the level of professional performance of the Comprehensive General Practitioner in the prevention of violence in older adults is evaluated as inadequate. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 547 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024547 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:547:id:547 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Katty Johanna Loor Ávila Author-Name: Jodamia Uridisnalda Murillo Rosado Title: University governance in the 21st Century: Perspectives from the institution, society and the global environment Abstract: Introduction: This article addresses university governance as a key element in the management of higher education institutions in the 21st century. The objective is to analyze the paradigm of institutional university governance through a multidimensional methodology. Specifically, the study aimed to evaluate dimensions and variables such as academic autonomy, institutional social responsibility, digitalization, and sustainability. Methods: The qualitative methodology of bibliographic review of academic sources indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, SciELO, and Redalyc databases allowed for the comparison and critique of studies on the subject from Latin America and Europe within the period from 2010 to 2024. Results: The findings suggest that successful governance is compatible with autonomy management under transparency, performance accountability, and social responsibility. Digitalization and sustainability are considered mechanisms to promote equal and quality access to education, particularly regarding data protection policies and user equity. Conclusions: Ultimately, effective university governance in the 21st century is integrated into dynamic, evolving, and adaptive approaches to technological and social transformation. The results of this research assist policymakers in the sector in formulating public policies and strategies that strengthen the institutional mission’s core structure, ensuring that university actors serve as fundamental agents alongside institutions in building and promoting equitable and sustainable societies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 546 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024546 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:546:id:546 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yamilé Rodríguez Sotomayor Author-Name: Lee Yang Díaz-Chieng Author-Name: Héctor Manuel Verdecia Rodríguez Title: Research in higher medical education: cognitive biases and their control from a hermeneutic and ethical perspective Abstract: Introduction: the theoretical-methodological analysis of the teaching-learning process in higher medical education requires the evaluation of cognitive biases. Objective: to reflect on the cognitive biases of research in higher medical education and their control from a hermeneutic and ethical perspective. Method: a bibliographic review was carried out of articles published in English and Spanish in scientific journals indexed in digital databases. Keywords were used, and 16 articles were selected that met the selection criteria. Content analysis was carried out. Development: research in higher medical education is the process of knowledge generation that acts as a sensor of the reality of academic phenomena, both individual and collective. Researchers have the potential to make mistakes where cognitive skills are fundamental. Despite having tools to control biases, scientists are vulnerable to possible deviations in results during the analysis and evaluation of the environment of the context studied. Their responsibility is to identify and control these biases in order to achieve superior quality results, reducing the risk of errors and developing reliable science. In this sense, the hermeneutic perspective becomes a process that favors understanding and interpretation where ethics must be a transversal axis. Conclusions: promoting critical thinking from the hermeneutic perspective and achieving empathy through communicative exercise and maintaining an ethical attitude are valid actions in favor of controlling cognitive biases in research in higher medical education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 545 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024545 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:545:id:545 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Anlly Añez Author-Name: KRYSTEL NADINE ALMENGOR SÁNCHEZ Author-Name: MARTA RAQUEL CANDANEDO NIETO Author-Name: RENEE ALEJANDRA CUBILLA ANGULO Author-Name: GABRIELLA MABEL ESPINOSA SALDARRIAGA Author-Name: AMY CRISTINA FRANCIS BONFANTE Author-Name: MARIA SOFIA OVIEDO PRAVIA Author-Name: AMILERIS ANICHELL VEGA NAVARRO Title: Incidence of Acute Myocardial Infarctions: Comparative Analysis Based on SISVIG Data, Mortality Surveillance, Death Notification (2021-2023) Abstract: This research analyzes the incidence of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in Panama during the years 2021-2023, highlighting its growing impact as a public health problem. Using data from the Health Events Surveillance System (SISVIG), 56 deaths attributed to AMI were identified in the period studied, with a significant concentration of cases in the last months of the year, particularly in October, November and December. This trend suggests possible seasonal influences and acquired behaviors in the population, such as changes in diet and lifestyle during the holidays, which could be contributing to the observed peaks in AMI incidence in the region. The descriptive study also revealed limitations in the coverage and consistency of data reported by hospitals to (SISVIG), which could be underestimating the true magnitude of AMI cases. This deficiency highlights the need to improve epidemiological surveillance and access to quality information to optimize public health intervention and prevention strategies against cardiovascular diseases in Panama. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 544 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024544 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:544:id:544 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Juan Carlos Rolón Díaz Author-Name: Mónica Gabriela Romo Rodríguez Author-Name: Elida Lizeth Barba González Author-Name: Katia Alcalá Barbosa Author-Name: María Fernanda Ortega Morfin Title: Evaluación del Consumo de Alcohol en Estudiantes Universitarios Mediante el Test AUDIT: An Analytical Approach Abstract: Alcohol consumption among university students is a growing public health concern due to its potential impact on academic performance, mental health, and overall well-being. This study aims to analyze alcohol consumption patterns among university students using the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) and determine if significant differences exist based on gender and academic discipline. A cross-sectional study was conducted among university students. Data was collected through surveys incorporating the AUDIT test. The results were categorized into four levels: low risk (0-7 points), risk consumption (8-15 points), harmful consumption (16-19 points), and dependence (20+ points). Chi-square tests were applied to assess the association between alcohol consumption, gender, and academic discipline. The majority of students fell into the low-risk category, but significant differences were observed based on gender and academic discipline. Engineering students exhibited higher alcohol consumption levels compared to medical students. Chi-square tests confirmed a statistically significant association between gender and alcohol consumption, as well as between academic discipline and alcohol consumption levels.The findings indicate a significant correlation between a student’s field of study and their alcohol consumption levels. Targeted interventions are necessary to reduce risky drinking behaviors among university students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 543 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024543 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:543:id:543 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carlos Javier Salgueiro Lizarazu Author-Name: Rommer Alex Ortega Martinez Title: Consequences of the academic evaluation stage on the habits and physical health of students in the medicine career of the University del Valle Abstract: Introduction: Academic evaluation is a necessary stage in the training of the medical student; It can end in negative habits and stress that can influence physical health and performance; In this way, the objective of this work is to determine this relationship that directly affects medical students. Material and methods: Cross-sectional study in 110 medical students from the Universidad Privada del Valle in Cochabamba, between 18 and 25 years old; through closed surveys, their study habits and health were evaluated during evaluation stages; The information was processed in SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) version 24 and Microsoft Office Excel, version 2021. Results: 73 % of students reported negative effects on their habits during exams. 51 % indicated sleep problems, 31 % nutritional neglect and 19,8 % an increase in tobacco consumption; additionally, 80 % experienced weight changes, and 70 % slept less than 6 hours. Discussion: Academic stress generates negative changes in student well-being, affecting sleep, eating and tobacco consumption; these problems are common in Latin America; it is recommended to implement stress management programs and promote healthy habits in the evaluation stage. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 542 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024542 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:542:id:542 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gizelle Guadalupe Macías González Author-Name: Alma Azucena Jiménez Padilla Title: Entrepreneurial Education at University in Health, Social Sciences, and Engineering: Analysis of Student Narratives on Prior Knowledge from the Resource-Based Theory Abstract: This article presents an exploration of the prior knowledge of entrepreneurship expressed by higher education students from various disciplines (health, social sciences, and engineering). A qualitative exploratory research design was created by asking students from areas such as Dentistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, and Public Accounting to write narratives about entrepreneurial stories they identified before taking an entrepreneurship course. The content expressed was analyzed using a theoretical coding approach based on the Resource-Based View (RBV) as the framework for investigating the students' narratives. The results showed that the student population emphasized human resources, social networks, innovation, adaptability, material and technological resources, and financial accessibility as critical factors for entrepreneurship. The narratives highlighted the importance of teamwork, community support, and continuous innovation in business development. The study concluded that students' prior knowledge of entrepreneurship is closely related to the availability and management of these resources, which are essential for both starting and sustaining a competitive business. The findings suggest that a solid understanding and management of these resources are fundamental for the success and sustainability of ventures valued by students from various disciplines, reinforcing the need to integrate these elements into entrepreneurship education across any academic field. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 541 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024541 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:541:id:541 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: María del Rocío Carranza Alcántar Author-Name: Rosana Ruíz Sánchez Author-Name: Claudia Islas Torres Title: Problem-based learning and the use of ICT in medical education: a critical reflection Abstract: Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) are transforming medical education, as they allow teaching and learning to adapt to the needs of the modern environment, which favors the development of practical skills to solve problems of future physicians. Based on the above, a theoretical reflection was made on the integration of PBL and ICT in medical education, based on the literature review in different databases, through which challenges and strategies for its implementation were identified. The results show that the main challenges are insufficient teacher training in PBL and ICT, resistance to change towards non-traditional methodologies and deficiencies in infrastructure; the need to update teaching materials and develop assessment methods that reflect competencies as practices also stands out. It is concluded that the integration of PBL and ICT in medical education is relevant to align teaching with current and future demands of the health sector, so higher education institutions must commit to these improvements to adequately prepare physicians in a constantly changing environment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 540 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024540 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:540:id:540 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: María Guadalupe González Novoa Author-Name: Horacio Gómez Rodríguez Author-Name: Maricela Jiménez Rodríguez Author-Name: Juan Carlos Estrada Gutiérrez Author-Name: Aidé Alejandra Flores Cervantes Title: Implementation of Augmented Reality in the Teaching of Computer Networks Abstract: The advancement of digital tools has significantly transformed the daily lives of undergraduate students, especially in Computer Engineering, Informatics and Mechatronics. At the Centro Universitario de la Ciénega, located in Ocotlán, Jalisco, various technologies are used in computer networking courses, whose main objective is for students to develop interconnection, configuration, and communication skills between computers through switches and routers in a specialized laboratory. This communication exhibits the implementation of Augmented Reality as a teaching methodology, integrating guided activities through a website. The activities describe step by step the practical procedures, so that students can visualize the network devices “almost” in reality through interactive photographs taken with their smartphones or tablets, as if they were physically in the laboratory. Augmented Reality is implemented by combining digital information with real situations that appear in images. The website covers the topics of the subject, which are organized in chapters, which students can access through QR codes. Students scan the QR codes and can then launch the ROAR app, which adds an augmented reality experience to the content, thereby enriching their understanding and practical learning of computer networks. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 539 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024539 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:539:id:539 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Chandan Das Author-Name: Nagireddy Mounika Author-Name: Shikhar Gupta Author-Name: Nimesh Raj Author-Name: Deepak Malla Author-Name: Naresh Kaushik Title: Implementing a multi-omics graphical model to explore the genetic causes of co-morbid illnesses caused by ageing Abstract: Alanine-Aminotransferase (ALAT) and Gamma-glutamyl Tran peptidase (GGT) indicators are found in the liver. They merged aging and illness to identify molecular pathways underlying age-related illnesses and associated co-morbidities. Markers from the epigenomics, transcriptomics, glycemic, and metabolomics subsets of four separate large-scale omics datasets were merged using the 510 people of the twin’s registry, with a complete collection of illness symptoms. By removing mediated connections, they evaluated depending connections between omics markers and phenotypes using visual random forests. A model with 7 elements that each represents a distinct aspect of ageing is created by including this ground-breaking technique for the integration of multi-omics data. These parts are linked by centers that can cause age-related illness co-morbidities. They pointed to urate as one of these crucial factors that can affect the co-morbidity of renal disease with body structure and weight. The synthesis of the oxytocin hormone links the body structure-related factors to inflammatory Immunoglobulin G (IgG) signs. Therefore, the ongoing low-grade inflammation that often follows obesity can be facilitated by oxytocin. Their multi-omics graphical model shows aging-related biological markers that can contribute to illness co-morbidities and illustrates the interconnectedness of age-related disorders. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 538 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024538 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:538:id:538 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Neha Rana Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: Bodireddy Vamalatha Author-Name: B Reddy Author-Name: Naresh Kaushik Author-Name: Anoop Dev Author-Name: Adya Kinkar Panda Title: Comparing Clinical Outcomes and Treatment Efficiency of 3D Conformal and Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy Abstract: Recently, a lot of progress has been made in using radiation therapy to treat cancer. The two most common methods are 3D Conformal Radiotherapy (3D-CRT) and Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT). Both ways try to give tumors the exact amount of radiation they need while causing as little damage as possible to good cells around them. In this study, the clinical results and treatment effectiveness of 3D-CRT and IMRT are compared in cancer patients with different types of radiation therapy. A historical cohort study included 120 patients from different hospitals. They were split into two groups, with one group getting 3D-CRT and the other IMRT. The main goals of the study were to compare the two groups in terms of tumor control rates, side effects from treatment, and overall survival (OS). The effectiveness of the treatment was also judged by looking at the total time needed for planning and carrying out the treatment, as well as the radiation doses given to both the tumor and healthy cells. Overall, our results showed that IMRT had better tumor control rates than 3D-CRT, with more cases of local control and fewer cases of cancer coming back at treatment sites. When compared to 3D-CRT, the IMRT group had a significantly lower rate of acute radiation-induced effects, such as skin discomfort and stomach problems. Because it can send out very directed radiation beams, IMRT was also linked to less damage to good organs around the tumor, like the spinal cord and lungs. IMRT, on the other hand, needs more complicated treatment planning and takes longer to give than 3D-CRT, which can make prices and resource use go up. Even so, IMRT's higher level of accuracy made it a clear winner when it came to controlling tumors and improving patients' quality of life. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 537 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024537 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:537:id:537 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lokesh Ravilla Author-Name: Jagmeet Sohal Author-Name: Swarna Swetha Kolaventi Author-Name: Divya Sharma Author-Name: Niranjan Sahu Author-Name: Money Saxenav Title: Diagnostic and Prognostic Value of Liquid Biopsies in Non-Invasive Cancer Monitoring Abstract: Researchers are finding that liquid biopsies, which are samples of blood, saliva, or pee that are not solid, can be used to find biomarkers that can help diagnose and track cancer. Traditional tissue biopsies are invasive and may not always be possible. Liquid biopsies, on the other hand, can be used over and over again and in real time to find genetic changes linked to cancer, differences in tumors, and treatment reactions. This piece talks about the diagnostic and predictive worth of liquid samples in cancer care. It focuses on how they can help with early diagnosis, tracking the development of the disease, figuring out the minimal residual disease (MRD), and guessing how well treatment will work. A liquid biopsy has gotten a lot of attention as an early cancer screening method because it can find genetic changes early on, often before any signs show up. It is possible to find cancer-related changes in cell-free DNA (cfDNA), circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), and circulating tumor cells (CTCs) using liquid samples. This information can help with early action and specific treatment plans. Liquid biopsies also show differences between tumors and how genes change over time, which is very important for figuring out how drug resistance works. Liquid biopsy has been very helpful for figuring out how well treatment is working and finding relapses. Monitoring ctDNA levels in real time can show how much of a tumor there is, which lets doctors see how well treatment is working and make changes to treatment plans as required. The amount and prevalence of ctDNA have been linked to tumor growth, showing an early sign of recurrence even before regular imaging methods show disease that can be seen by a doctor. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 536 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024536 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:536:id:536 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kukatla Tejesh Author-Name: Lovish Dhingra Author-Name: Vinima Gambhir Author-Name: Amit Kumar Author-Name: Nibedita Sahoo Author-Name: Manti Debnath Author-Name: Malathi. H Title: Current Approaches and Clinical Implications of Epigenetic Modifications in Cancer Therapy Abstract: Epigenetic changes are very important for the growth and spread of cancer because they control gene expression without changing the DNA sequence. Some of these changes, like DNA methylation, histone modifications, and non-coding RNA control, can turn on oncogenes, turn off tumor suppressor genes, and make cancer cells more aggressive. Because epigenetic changes can be undone, they are considered potential therapeutic targets for treating cancer. This essay talks about the latest methods to epigenetic medicines and what they mean for cancer care. The main goal of epigenetic treatments is to undo the abnormal epigenetic changes that cause cancer to spread. Some of the epigenetic drugs that have been studied the most are DNA methyltransferase inhibitors (like azacytidine) and histone deacetylase inhibitors (like vorinostat). Several of these drugs are already in use or are going through clinical studies. Besides that, going after non-coding RNAs like microRNAs and long non-coding RNAs has become an interesting way to change gene expression in cancer cells. Using epigenetic medicines along with common treatments like chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy has been shown to have better healing benefits, sometimes leading to better patient results. Epigenetic changes have a huge range of clinical effects. Epigenetic analysis of cancers can give useful signs for figuring out prognosis and treatment reaction, which makes it possible to create individual treatment plans. Also, epigenetic treatments might be able to beat drug resistance by going after the epigenetic processes that make traditional medicines less effective. However, there are problems with using epigenetic treatments in the field, such as making sure the drugs are safe, making sure they are bioavailable, and finding good ways to give the drugs. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 535 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024535 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:535:id:535 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Hiren Hansraj Patadiya Author-Name: Kunal Meher Author-Name: Simranjeet Nanda Author-Name: Rajashree Panigrahi Author-Name: Uma Bhardwaj Author-Name: RenukaJyothi. S Author-Name: Prateek Garg Title: Exploring the Role of Genetic Testing in Personalized Oncology Treatment and Patient Prognosis Abstract: Genetic testing is now an important part of specialized cancer care because it gives doctors useful information that can greatly improve treatment results and patients' prognoses. As cancer care moves from one-size-fits-all to more personalized approaches, genetic testing is a key part of finding the exact genes and genetic changes that cause tumors to grow. This lets doctors tailor treatment plans to each person's unique genetic makeup, which increases the chances of success while lowering the risk of side effects. Genetic testing is being used more and more in personalized cancer treatments to help make choices about tailored therapies, immunotherapies, and precision drugs. Oncologists can find the best drugs and treatment plans for each patient by looking at genetic markers and changes that are unique to that patient's cancer. Finding flaws that can be used, like those in the EGFR or BRCA1/2 genes, makes it possible to use tailored treatments that are more exact in how they work and have a higher chance of success than standard chemotherapy. Genetic tests can also help predict how well certain treatments will work, which makes planning treatments smarter and keeps people from having to go through steps that aren't necessary. Genetic testing not only helps doctors choose the best treatment, but it also tells doctors a lot about the patient's outlook. Oncologists can better predict how violent the disease will be, how likely it is that the tumor will spread, and the patient's total chance of life by looking at its genetic makeup. Finding genetic predispositions to cancer return or spread early on lets treatments start on time, which increases the chance of life. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 534 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024534 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:534:id:534 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Anbazhagan. S Author-Name: Vivek Saraswat Author-Name: Satya Sundar Gajendra Mohapatra Author-Name: Joginder Joginder Author-Name: Jamuna. K.V Author-Name: Kanchana. A Author-Name: Swarna Swetha Kolaventi Title: Systematic Review of the Effectiveness of Mammography and Alternative Screening Methods in Breast Cancer Programs Abstract: Breast cancer is still one of the main reasons women get sick and die, which has brought a lot of attention to screening programs that try to find the disease early and increase survival rates. For a long time, mammography has been the usual way to check for breast cancer. However, it has some problems, like giving fake positives and negatives and not working as well in women with thick breast tissue. These problems have led to the search for other screening methods. This study looks at how well mammography and newer alternative screening methods find breast cancer. It looks at their pros and cons and how they might be able to improve current screening methods. Mammography is widely used, but it has been criticized for not being sensitive enough, especially in younger women and women with thicker breast tissue, where it may miss cancers or give false results that lead to tests that aren't needed. Even with these problems, mammography has been shown to lower the death rate from breast cancer in older women through regular screening, and it is still the gold standard in many national breast cancer programs. New options like ultrasound, MRI, DBT, and CEM show promise in making sensitivity and precision better. Ultrasound, especially when used with mammograms, can help find breast cancer in women with thick breasts, but the accuracy depends on how skilled the expert is. MRI is better at finding breast cancer, especially in people who are at a high risk, but it is more expensive and doesn't find as many cancers. This means that more false positives and needless treatments happen. Digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) gives three-dimensional images, which compared to regular mammography increases the number of cancers found while decreasing the number of false positives and the need for follow-up images. Contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM), which combines the benefits of mammography with contrast agents, may help doctors make more accurate diagnoses, especially for women whose breast tissue is thick. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 533 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024533 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:533:id:533 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pragati Aniket Manoli Author-Name: Snigdha Pattnaik Author-Name: Debanjana Prasad Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: Vinima Gambhir Author-Name: C. Bharanidharan Author-Name: Sumeet Kaur Title: Examining Advances Challenges and Patient Outcomes in Immunotherapy for Cancer Treatment Abstract: Immunotherapy has changed the way cancer is treated and given people with many types of cancer new hope. Immunotherapy works very well on some types of tumors, like melanoma, lung cancer, and blood diseases, by using the body's immune system to find and attack cancer cells. This abstract talks about the progress made in immunotherapy, the problems that come up when it is used, and how it affects the results for patients. New developments in immunotherapy include immune checkpoint inhibitors, CAR T-cell treatment, and monoclonal antibodies. These have made a big difference in many patients' chances of surviving and quality of life. These treatments can have long-lasting effects, even on cancer that is very far along, showing that long-term recovery is possible. Clinical studies have increased the conditions that these treatments can treat, which has led to the approval of a number of new drugs and combining tactics that make them work better. Even with these improvements, the area of immunotherapy still has a ways to go. The reaction of patients is very different; some people get big benefits, while others show little or no response. Tumor variety, the tumor microenvironment, and the presence of immune-suppressing processes are some of the things that affect this variation. Additionally, dealing with immune-related side effects is very hard. To reduce toxicity without losing therapy effectiveness, careful tracking and treatment plans are needed. Access to immunotherapy is still a problem because some people can't get these medicines because they are too expensive, not available, or don't meet certain requirements. Inequalities in access to care can lead to unequal results from treatment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 532 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024532 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:532:id:532 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kadaksha P Author-Name: Benazeer Zohra Author-Name: Hiren Hansraj Patadiya Author-Name: SenthilKumar A Author-Name: Sahil Suri Author-Name: S Parthasarathy Author-Name: Shikhar Gupta Title: Systematic Review of Educational Efforts on Early Cancer Detection Awareness Among College Students Abstract: inding cancer early is very important for raising mortality rates, especially in groups that are more likely to get it. Because college students are still forming health-related habits, they are in a key stage for getting training programs to raise knowledge about early cancer screening. The goal of this systematic study is to find out how well teaching efforts are at making college students more aware of early cancer screening. A thorough search of all the studies released between 2000 and 2023 was done in several sources, such as PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar. Studies were included if they looked at training programs or other treatments that were meant to change college students’ knowledge, attitudes, or actions about early cancer diagnosis. There were 22 studies that met the conditions for inclusion. They used a wide range of intervention methods, such as classes, lectures, online campaigns, peer education, and mobile health apps. The results show that teaching programs made college students much more aware of early cancer discovery. They learned a lot more about the different types of cancer, their risk factors, screening methods, and how important it is to find cancer early. Workshops and classes held in person had some success, but digital and online treatments, like e-learning programs and social media efforts, touched more people and were especially good at getting students more involved. Peer education programs also had good results, using social pressure to spread lessons about early cancer discovery. But the success of these treatments depended on a number of things, such as the type, length, and delivery method of the teaching material. Most of the time, programs that were interactive, had follow-up tests, and tailored the content to the needs of the students were the ones that raised awareness the most. Some problems with the studies were that they had small sample groups, short follow-up periods, and didn’t look at behavioral changes over a long period of time, even though the results were hopeful. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 531 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024531 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:531:id:531 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Prerak Sudan Author-Name: Tanveer Ahmad Wani Author-Name: Shashikant Patil Author-Name: Ambika Sahoo Author-Name: Kollathur Sudheer Author-Name: B Reddy Title: Biosynthesis of Quantum Dots: Mechanisms and Applications in Biotechnology Abstract: This article discusses the processes and applications of biosynthesized quantum dots (QD) in biotechnology. QD are nanoscale semiconductor particles with unique optical and electronic properties, making them attractive for various applications. The biosynthesis of QD involves the use of biological entities to produce nanoparticles (NPs), allowing for precise control of size and shape. QD is highly advantageous over organic fluorophores because of their distinct optical and chemical properties, and they can be utilized as fluorescent indicators for various biological applications. This article also discusses the advantages of biosynthesis over traditional chemical synthesis methods, including the use of less toxic materials and a lower environmental impact. In the future, the potential of QD is closely tied to the advancement of new generations of particles that possess precise and uniform dimensions, as well as unique optical properties. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 530 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024530 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:530:id:530 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Raksha Bhat Author-Name: Arjun Kini Author-Name: Mythri Padaru Author-Name: Ria Chawla Author-Name: Ameesha S Rai Author-Name: Sreelakshmi S Author-Name: Preethesh Shetty Title: The Impact of Antimicrobial Resistance on Pediatric Oral Health Outcomes Abstract: According to predictions, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) may overtake all other causes of death globally by 2050, posing a serious danger to public health globally. This review examines the prevalence, mechanisms, and management of antibiotic resistance in pediatric oral infections. The oral cavity harbors diverse microbial communities, and inappropriate antibiotic use in dental practice contributes to the selection of resistant bacteria. Common oral pathogens, including Streptococci and anaerobes, have demonstrated varying levels of resistance to frequently prescribed antibiotics like amoxicillin, penicillin, and metronidazole. The review outlines foundational principles for antibiotic usage in pediatric dentistry, emphasizing prevention, adjunctive therapy, proper selection, and dosing. Specific clinical scenarios, such as pulpal infections, facial swelling, dental trauma, and periodontal disease, are discussed, providing guidance on appropriate antibiotic management. The challenges of managing antibiotic-resistant oral infections are addressed, highlighting the need for improved surveillance, responsible prescribing practices, and development of new antimicrobial agents. Emerging trends in antibiotic management, including the potential of metal nanoparticles and artificial intelligence, are explored. The review concludes by stressing the importance of judicious antibiotic use in pediatric dentistry, balancing effective treatment with broader public health implications. Continuous professional education and adaptation to emerging evidence are crucial for optimal care delivery and contribution to antibiotic stewardship initiatives. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 529 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024529 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:529:id:529 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dheeravath Raju Author-Name: Abhinav Mishra Author-Name: Rahul Thakur Author-Name: Avir Sarkar Author-Name: Swarna Swetha Kolaventi Author-Name: Jimmy Narayan Title: Assessment of the Risk Factors for Gastrointestinal Bleeding Among Individuals with Left Ventricular Support Machines Abstract: Gastrointestinal bleeding is a known complication among individuals with left ventricular support machines, also known as left ventricular assist devices (LVADs). LVADs are mechanical pumps that are used to support the pumping function of the heart in individuals with severe heart failure. To shield patients from thromboembolic intricacies, require anticoagulation (AC) with warfarin and insect platelet treatment. AC or anti-platelet medication is frequently reduced or discontinued in these individuals to address gastrointestinal bleeding (GI), a serious side effect. The likelihood of thromboembolic (TE) events later in LVAD therapy could be affected by changes to AC that are made to control GI bleeding. Provided continuous-flow LVADs to 389 patients, including 308 men, the typical age at implant was 60 years of age. The results were looked at to see if there was a link between GI bleeding and later TEs, which were either suspected or confirmed to be hemolytic, stroke, transient ischemic attack, or pump thrombosis. Using time-dependent variables, the relationships between GI bleeding, subsequent TEs, and mortality were investigated. There were 199 GI draining occasions in 116 of 389 patients, or 0.45 GI drains each quiet year of care. 97 of the 389 patients experienced 128 TE events, or 25% of the total, for a rate of 0.31 TE events per patient-year of assistance. This suggests that a decrease in anticoagulation and anti-platelet therapy for the treatment of GI bleeds could increase this risk, despite the fact that the exact cause of this association is unknown. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 528 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024528 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:528:id:528 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Deepak Minhas Author-Name: Aashim Dhawan Author-Name: Uma Bhardwaj Author-Name: Vinima Gambhir Author-Name: Siba Prasad Dalai Author-Name: Bodireddy Vamalatha Title: Intellectual Performance and Serum Vitamin D Levels in Elderly: A Systematic Investigation Abstract: Consideration should be given to the possibility that a lower intake of the vitamin D subtype 25(OH) D could increase the hazard of intellectual decline and the emergence of cognitive disorders. This investigation used the Trail Building Test, Part B (Trails B), and the enhanced Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) to assess cognitive function in 25(OH) D, a sample of 550 males. They also monitored changes in cognitive ability over an average of 4.6 decades. In an approach that took into account factors such as age, place of residence, period, and 25(OH) D levels, males with lower levels seemed to be more probable to have cognitive destruction. Still, the test for tendency failed to achieve numerical implication 1.84 with a 95 percent confidence interval 0.81-4.19 for the first quartile, 1.41, 0.61-3.28 for the second, and 1.18, 0.50-2.81 for the third. Age and education were taken into consideration, the relationships were even lessening. However, there appeared to be an increase for a separate link among more negligible levels and odds of intellectual send regrets by 3MS concert. There was no correlation between cognitive refusal by Trails B. Lower levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D didn't appear to be able to predict inclusive and supervisory cognitive function at baseline. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 527 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024527 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:527:id:527 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jahiro Samar Andrade Preciado Author-Name: Rubén González Vallejo Title: Self-Efficacy and Perception in the Use of GAI Tools in the Translation Classroom Abstract: The rise of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) tools in translation has sparked interest in their impact on translator training. This study examines the relationship between perception and self-efficacy in the use of GAI, specifically ChatGPT, within a specialized academic setting. The qualitative and exploratory research involved 30 final-year students from the Bachelor's Degree in Translation at the Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC). Over the course of a semester, participants applied ChatGPT in pre-translation, translation, and post-editing tasks for specialized texts. To assess perception and self-efficacy in using these tools, a 15-item questionnaire with both closed and open-ended questions was used. The results indicate that a positive perception of ChatGPT is associated with greater confidence and performance in translation. However, challenges were identified, such as a lack of terminological accuracy and the need for specific training in post-editing. The findings suggest that the pedagogical integration of generative AI tools can strengthen translation competencies, reduce technological anxiety, and optimize the translation process. It is recommended to balance the use of these tools with teaching strategies that foster critical and creative skills. In conclusion, GAI presents both opportunities and challenges in translator training, highlighting the importance of proper implementation to maximize its benefits in professional practice. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 526 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025526 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:526:id:526 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ajab Singh Choudhary Author-Name: Malathi H Author-Name: Vinima Gambhir Author-Name: Surjeet Sahoo Author-Name: Kukatla Tejesh Author-Name: Manish Nagpal Author-Name: Ankit Punia Title: An in-depth analysis of the benefits of musical therapies for people with dementia Abstract: To ascertain which actions, therapists, and participant characteristics had more potent and perceptible effects, a meta-analysis of illegal research on the impact of music rehabilitation on disorderly behaviors, nervousness levels, miserable emotions, with cognitive performance in dementia patients could be conducted. The researchwas initially a meta-analysis of all the randomized criminal trials uncovered in an investigation about over the last 15 years music therapy has been used with dementia patients. Music therapy's overall impact on outcome measures was assessed by a meta-analysis. The disruptive behaviors of dementia patients were relatively significantly reduced, and music therapy barely impacted cognitive performance. Additionally, it showed little effect on anxiety and depressive feelings. Several times every week, group music therapy is offered to help people with disruptive behaviors, stress, and depression emotions. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 525 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024525 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:525:id:525 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Harsh Bhati Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: Vinima Gambhir Author-Name: Jyoti Prakash Samal Author-Name: Vundela Swathi Author-Name: Jagmeet Sohal Author-Name: Saksham Sood Title: Myofibroblast Activity in Diabetic Wound Healing: Unravelling the Diabetes Connection and Therapeutic Interventions Abstract: BDiabetic wound healing poses a significant clinical challenge due to the impaired regenerative capacity observed in individuals with diabetes. Diabetes causes a dysregulated wound healing process that is multidimensional and involves intricate interactions between cellular and molecular processes. This paper reviews discuss the activity of myofibroblasts in the context of diabetic wound healing. Myofibroblasts are specialized cells with contractile capabilities that are essential for developing scars and tissue healing. They are one of the main participants in this complex process. Wound healing is a multifaceted and ever-changing biological response involving several interrelated systems. Enzymes responsible for the control of the extracellular matrix (ECM) are tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs) and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). The ECM is essential for wound healing, reconstruction of tissues, and other bodily processes. Diabetes and myofibroblast apoptosis have a complicated and multidimensional interaction. Diabetes is a chronic illness that needs to be managed continuously since it fails to go away on the own. This strategy has strained interest in a number of areas, including wound healing. Certain academics have looked at the possibility of repurposing medications for wound care applications, even if this could not be typical. Dipeptidyl peptidase 4, metformin, and propranolol are used in the reusing of medications for the purpose of promoting wound healing. This review provides information on the influence of diabetes on myofibroblast function and fibroblast differentiation, as well as potential treatment options associated with the affected pathways. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 524 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024524 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:524:id:524 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Swarna Swetha Kolaventi Author-Name: Lalatendu Moharana Author-Name: Kothakonda Sairam Author-Name: Lovish Dhingra Author-Name: Takveer Singh Author-Name: Dipak Sethi Title: Exploring Multi-Drug Resistance Mechanisms in MBL-Producing Gram-Negative Bacteria Isolated from Hospitalized Patients: A Phenotypic Analysis Abstract: Multi-drug resistance (MDR) is a serious threat to the efficacy of therapeutic therapies for antimicrobial resistance (AMR), which is a worldwide health problem. Gram-negative bacteria that produce metallo-beta-lactamase (MBL) have become important sources of MDR, making it more difficult to treat infections in hospitalized patients. Objective: The Gram-negative bacteria (GNB) that produces MBL was isolated from hospitalized patients. Method: Fifty-five Acinetobacter baumannii isolates were analyzed in this Phenotypic Analysis. These isolates were taken from specimens of sputum that came from adult Intensive Care Unit (ICU) patients. Gram-negative panels, namely the "VITEK 2 AST–N233 and AST-XNO5 susceptibility cards," were used for the identification and testing of each isolate in compliance with the Clinical recommendations. Multi-Drug Resistance (MDR) isolates were identified using Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Minimal Inhibitory Concentrations (MIC) experiments. Result: A 100% resistance to cefepime, ciprofloxacin, aztreonem, piperacillin and ceftazidime was detected in all 55 isolates. The 90% of samples indicated resistance to levofloxacin, but 6% to colistin. A significant prevalence of resistance genes was found; 95% of samples tested positive for blaOXA-23 and percentages ranging from 3% to 12% were positive for blaOXA-24, blaOXA-51, blaOXA-143 and blaOXA-235. 21% expressed KPC, 85% carried Integron-1 and 25% carried NDM-1. The knowledge acquired aids in improving comprehension of the difficulties presented by MBL-producing bacteria, directing the creation of focused treatments and influencing infection control procedures in hospital environments. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 523 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024523 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:523:id:523 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Naresh Kaushik Author-Name: Soumya Surath Panda Author-Name: Nyalam Ramu Author-Name: Prateek Garg Author-Name: Nittin Sharma Author-Name: Uma Bhardwaj Title: Investigating Multi-Drug Resistance in MBL-Producing Gram-Negative Bacteria from Clinical Samples: A Phenotypic Approach in Hospitalized Patients Abstract: Background: Global public health faces a substantial risk due to antimicrobial resistance, especially in clinical settings where tackling the formidable issue of multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria (GNB) is crucial. Metallo-beta-lactamase (MBL)-producing GNB continue to pose a serious threat to medical infection management in hospitals as well as communities. Methods: Therapeutic options must be guided by the timely identification of multidrug-resistant (MDR) strains using critical techniques including antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) and a MBL monitoring. This study investigates the frequency and transportation as well as antimicrobial sensitivity of GNB that produce MBL and MDR germs in medical specimens were obtained. Aseptically taken from study-eligible in- and out-patients, 491 materials (blood, urine, and wound) produced GNB, which were recovered using conventional bacteriological methods. Results: To identify the single GNB, determine the AST and discover the GNB that produced MBL. Gram-negative microbes were found to be growing in 130 cases (26.47%), with the most common isolates being Escherichia coli (15.38%), Klebsiella pneumoniae (16.92%), and Burkholderiacepacia (30.76%). GNB were common in urine samples in other test categories with a frequency of (31.53%). Conclusion: To support wise treatment choices, comprehensive antibiotic and MBL screening for drug-resistant GNB is essential. It is highly advised to examine antibiotic usage rules, promote the sensible use of prescription antibiotics, and improve detection of GNB that produces MBL. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 522 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024522 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:522:id:522 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Shriya Mahajan Author-Name: Dharmsheel Shrivastava Author-Name: Malathi. H Author-Name: Kunal Meher Author-Name: Lulup Kumar Sahoo Author-Name: Pochampalli Deepthi Author-Name: Abhinav Mishra Title: Bioelectronic Medicine and Neural Interfaces for Treating Neurological Disorders in Biomedical Engineering Abstract: Neurological diseases can be treated in a whole new way with bioelectronic medicine, which uses neural connections to directly communicate with the nervous system. This field blends neuroscience, engineering, and clinical practice to make gadgets that can change nerve activity with a level of accuracy that has never been seen before. Recent progress in biomedical engineering has made it possible to create very complex neural connections that can record and trigger activity in neurones at the very small scale. For many neurological conditions, like Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and chronic pain, these gadgets show promise as new ways to treat them. Traditionally, these conditions have been hard to control with medicine alone. Electrical activation of nerves to repair or change brain function is what bioelectronic medicine is all about. One example is vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), which has become a useful way to help people with refractory epilepsy and depression. This shows that neural interfaces can have big practical effects. Deep brain stimulation (DBS), which uses electrical signals to target specific parts of the brain, has also made a huge difference in the movement ability of people with Parkinson's disease. Adding bioelectronics to real-time data analytics and machine learning methods is also making it possible for treatments that can change based on the brain state of the patient? This personalized method not only makes treatments work better but also cuts down on side effects, which is a big change from the old way of doing things where one answer fits all. Biocompatibility of implanted devices, long-term security of neural interfaces, and ethical concerns about device placement and brain editing are some of the problems that this field is facing as it changes quickly. These problems are still being studied and tested in humans, with the goal of creating better, more successful, and less invasive solutions. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 521 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024521 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:521:id:521 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Geetha Bhavani A Bhavani A Author-Name: RenukaJyothi. S Author-Name: Naresh Kaushik Author-Name: Surjya Prakash S Author-Name: Karan Pandre Author-Name: Deepak Minhas Author-Name: Preetjot Singh Title: Developing AI-Powered Prosthetics for Enhanced Mobility and Real-Time Neural Control in Patients Abstract: The creation of mechanical devices driven by artificial intelligence (AI) is a huge step forward in rehabilitative medicine. These devices will make it easier for people who have lost limbs to move around and give them real-time brain control. This study paper looks into how AI technologies can be used in artificial limbs to make the user experience smooth and natural. Machine learning techniques are at the heart of our method because they read neural data straight from the user's nervous system. This lets the device react in real time to the user's free muscle movements. The study is mostly about making brain connections that pick up electrophysiological signals. These signals are then handled by advanced AI models to figure out what movements are meant to happen. After that, the artificial arms make these moves with a level of accuracy and response that is very close to how real limbs work. We also talk about the creation of feedback loops that let people get sense information from the device, which improves their ability to feel touch and body space. Our method uses a diverse approach that combines robots, neuroscience, and biotech. AI is the key that connects these fields into a system that works well together. Preliminary tests have shown that speed and accuracy of artificial control have gotten a lot better, making it much easier on users' bodies and minds. Also, patient feedback shows that the device is more comfortable and easy to use, which suggests that it has a higher chance of being adopted. This study not only pushes the limits of medical engineering, but it also shows promise for helping amputees regain their freedom and quality of life. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 520 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024520 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:520:id:520 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jamuna K.V Author-Name: Zuleika Homavazir Author-Name: Asish Malla Author-Name: Kasturi Pohini Author-Name: Madhur Grover Author-Name: Tarang Bhatnagar Author-Name: Ajit Kumar Lenka Title: Security Risks and Solutions in Medical Information Science for Protecting Patient Data Integrity Abstract: The rapid advancement of medical computer technology has made it much simpler to offer healthcare and maintain track of patients. However, this increase raises significant security concerns, putting patient data at danger. This abstract examines the major security issues associated with medical information systems and proposes comprehensive solutions to keep private patient data secure. If the security protocols are insufficient, someone else may be able to get access without authorisation. This might result in data breaches and put sensitive health information at risk. Another significant issue is data interception while in transit. This often occurs when communication paths are not private. Furthermore, depending more and more on third-party organisations for data storage and analytics opens up security vulnerabilities that hackers may exploit. To address these concerns, this article proposes a variety of approaches for improving security in medical information systems. First, it emphasises the need of robust security measures, such as physical verification and two-factor authentication, to ensure that admission is strictly controlled and monitored. Second, it allows encrypting data both during transmission and storage, employing modern encryption standards to prevent unauthorised users from seeing or changing data. Setting up tight data privacy standards and conducting frequent inspections may help increase security by ensuring that regulations are followed and identifying security flaws. Using blockchain technology is a novel concept since it enables a decentralised and open approach to manage patient data, reducing the likelihood of it being modified or tampered with without authorisation. Machine learning methods may also be used to detect and respond in real time to unusual access patterns and potential threats. This improves the system's ability to detect threats and prevent data harm. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 519 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024519 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:519:id:519 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Swarna Swetha Kolaventi Author-Name: Debasmita Tripathy Author-Name: Madireddy Sirisha Author-Name: Manish Nagpal Author-Name: Prakriti Kapoor Author-Name: Neha Rana Author-Name: Malathi. H Title: Assessing the Role of Medical Information Science in Digital Therapeutics and Virtual Healthcare Abstract: Medical Information Science is very important for improving digital therapies and virtual healthcare because it lets people make decisions based on data, improves patient management, and makes treatment more personalised. Using artificial intelligence (AI), big data analytics, and blockchain together in medical computing has changed how patients are involved, how they are monitored remotely, and how evidence-based treatments are used. Digital medicines, which use software-based treatments, are being used more and more to help people with mental health problems, control chronic diseases, and get better. Telemedicine, digital health tracking, and mobile apps are all examples of virtual healthcare solutions that depend on fast data processing, compatibility, and privacy to make sure that patients get safe and smooth care. This research looks at how Medical Information Science helps make healthcare better by making hospital processes more efficient, making sure diagnoses are correct, and supporting predictive analytics. It also looks at the problems that digital health tools cause when it comes to data protection, sharing, and following the rules. The study also talks about how electronic health records (EHRs) can be connected to AI-powered decision support systems to give doctors real-time information and help them make personalised treatment plans. As virtual healthcare and digital treatments continue to develop, strong medical informatics systems are needed to make sure that everyone can get the care they need and that patients have the same chances of having a good result. This essay stresses how important it is to focus on the patient in digital medicines and supports standard data control practices. The results show that Medical Information Science has the power to change the future of digital healthcare environments. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 518 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024518 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:518:id:518 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Santanu Kumar Sahoo Author-Name: Manni Sruthi Author-Name: Varun Ojha Author-Name: Vaibhav Kaushik Author-Name: Manti Debnath Author-Name: RenukaJyothi. S Author-Name: Naresh Kaushik Title: AI-Powered Knowledge Graphs for Efficient Medical Information Retrieval and Decision Support Abstract: The enormous volume of medical data has resulted in the development of sophisticated systems that facilitate information search and enable clinicians in decision-making process. Driven by artificial intelligence, knowledge graphs (KGs) provide a solid structure for organising and evaluating vast volumes of diverse medical data, therefore enabling wiser question development and improved decision-making. This article presents a whole strategy for integrating knowledge graphs with artificial intelligence-based approaches to improve medical information search and decision support systems performance. Graph-based reasoning, natural language processing (NLP), and machine learning all help the proposed approach to enhance semantic comprehension. It achieves this by tying together unorganised and organised medical data sources to provide pertinent analysis. Using predictive analytics, personalised healthcare recommendations, and real-time clinical decision support, the AI-powered knowledge graph architecture helps you It achieves this by continuously shifting the relationships among illnesses, symptoms, therapies, pasts of patients. This approach also ensures that many healthcare systems may cooperate better, which facilitates information search and reduces the diagnostic error count. Including reinforcement learning techniques enhances question results depending on user interaction, therefore enhancing the search process. The results of experiments show that KGs with AI work better than traditional database-driven methods when it comes to getting medical information quickly, correctly, and usefully. The suggested method helps healthcare workers a lot by making it easier for them to get accurate, evidence-based information more quickly. This will eventually lead to better patient results. This study shows that knowledge graphs driven by AI have the ability to completely change how medical information is managed and how decisions are made. This could lead to smarter and more flexible healthcare systems. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 517 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024517 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:517:id:517 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kollathur Sudheer Author-Name: Paramjit Baxim Author-Name: Jaspreet Sidhu Author-Name: Keshav Author-Name: Jamuna K.V Author-Name: Zuleika Homavazir Author-Name: Pratap Sahu Title: Impact of Medical Information Science on Drug Discovery and Pharmaceutical Data Management Abstract: Having a significant impact on drug discovery, clinical study administration, and pharmaceutical data management, medical information science has grown to be a main player in the pharmaceutical industry. Combining Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Big Data Analytics, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Blockchain, and Cloud Computing has sped, more accurate, less expensively revolutionised the way things are done. Computational drug design and genomics have hastened molecular screening and target selection; predictive modelling based on artificial intelligence has made testing how well medications function simpler. Finding new patients, customising medications, and monitoring pharmaceuticals after they have been sold have all become simpler using Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and Real-World Data (RWD). Using virtual screening techniques and high-throughput screening (HTS) has accelerated the search for novel medications and rendered traditional testing procedures less relevant. Blockchain technology simultaneously ensures accurate data, adherence to rules, and safe pharmaceutical operations as well as precise legislation. Big challenges include artificial intelligence model bias, data privacy concerns, complex rules, and systems unable to interact with one another still exist even with these developments. We must establish moral guidelines, open artificial intelligence systems, and uniform standards if we are to address these issues. Future pharmaceutical research will be much improved by synthetic biology, deep learning, and quantum computing. This will improve patient outcomes and hasten the development of fresh medications. This paper demonstrates the significance of Medical Information Science to modern medications as well as how it may inspire fresh ideas in healthcare worldwide. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 516 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024516 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:516:id:516 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mohan Garg Author-Name: Prabhjot Kaur Author-Name: Joginder Joginder Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: Kunal Meher Author-Name: Tapasmini Sahoo Author-Name: Vundela Swathi Title: Machine Learning Applications in Medical Information Science for Automated Diagnosis and Treatment Plans Abstract: Machine learning (ML) simplifies diagnostic and treatment planning automation in medical computer science. This is profoundly altering the healthcare industry. Thanks to rapid development in machine learning algorithms and their capacity to evaluate large, complicated information, medical decision-making has become far more accurate and simplified. By searching for trends in patient data including medical records, diagnostic images, and genetic information that might not be clear-cut for human specialists, machine learning models might assist clinic-based clinicians in These models not only enable doctors to identify issues early on but also enable them to create tailored treatment strategies for every patient's requirement. In managing repetitious tasks, forecasting how illnesses would worsen, and recommending therapies, ML techniques like supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and deep learning have also demonstrated astonishing outcomes. Dealing with chronic illnesses, cancer, and emergency care scenarios calls specifically for these abilities. Furthermore improving decision support systems driven by ML helps to reduce medical errors and maximise the resources of healthcare systems. Including machine learning models into medical information systems might help to improve patient outcomes, simplify tasks, and reduce costs as healthcare keeps becoming digital. However, societal issues, data security, and the necessity of legal structures have to be considered to guarantee that ML technologies are applied responsibly in the medical field. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 515 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024515 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:515:id:515 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pavas Saini Saini Author-Name: Dipak Sethi Author-Name: Sujayaraj Samuel Jayakumar Author-Name: Zuleika Homavazir Author-Name: Asit Kumar Subudhi Author-Name: Kothakonda Sairam Author-Name: Lalit Khanna Title: Semantic Interoperability in Medical Information Science for Enhancing Electronic Health Record System Abstract: Without semantic connectedness in healthcare, it is difficult to improve the speed, quality, or convenience of access to medical knowledge exchange. In Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, semantic interoperability guarantees that, independent of technology, various healthcare systems may effectively communicate, comprehend, and use patient data across platforms. This essay discusses, mostly in terms of how it enhances electronic health record systems, the significance of semantic sharing in medical information science. We examine the issues resulting from various data types, classifications, and standards and provide a solution when attempting to aggregate healthcare data from several sources. Using modern technologies such natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning coupled with standard models like SNOMED CT and ICD-10, semantic interoperability makes it feasible for data to be exchanged readily. The paper also discusses how semantic interoperability helps clinicians make better judgements, lowers errors, and accelerates clinical procedures so enhancing patient care. We also discuss the ongoing efforts towards creating health information systems capable of communicating with one another and providing ideas for next research. This work aims to use semantic interoperability to enable the development and configuration of robust, patient-centered, next-generation EHR systems. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 514 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024514 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:514:id:514 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dharmsheel Shrivastava Author-Name: Malathi.H Malathi.H Author-Name: Swarna Swetha Kolaventi Author-Name: Bichitrananda Patra Author-Name: Nyalam Ramu Author-Name: Divya Sharma Author-Name: Shubhansh Bansal Title: Integrating Natural Language Processing in Medical Information Science for Clinical Text Analysis Abstract: The rapid digitization of healthcare data has led to an exponential increase in unstructured clinical text, necessitating the integration of Natural Language Processing (NLP) in Medical Information Science. This research explores deep learning-based NLP techniques for clinical text analysis, focusing on Named Entity Recognition (NER), disease classification, adverse drug reaction detection, and clinical text summarization. The study leverages state-of-the-art transformer models such as BioBERT, ClinicalBERT, and GPT-4 Medical, which demonstrate superior performance in extracting key medical entities, classifying diseases, and summarizing electronic health records (EHRs). Experimental results on benchmark datasets such as MIMIC-III, i2b2, and ClinicalTrials.gov show that ClinicalBERT outperforms traditional ML models by achieving an F1-score of 89.9% in NER tasks, while GPT-4 Medical improves EHR summarization efficiency by 40%. By means of automated medical documentation, clinical decision support, and real-time adverse drug event detection which integrates NLP into healthcare systems diagnostic accuracy, physician efficiency, and patient safety are much improved. NLP-driven medical text analysis has great potential to transform clinical procedures and raise patient outcomes despite obstacles like computing costs, data privacy issues, and model interpretability. Improving domain-specific AI models, maximising real-time processing, and guaranteeing ethical AI deployment in healthcare should be the key priorities of next studies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 513 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024513 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:513:id:513 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Renuka Jyothi.S Author-Name: Zuleika Homavazir Author-Name: Manoranjan Parhi Author-Name: Nagireddy Mounika Author-Name: Mithhil Arora Author-Name: Akhilesh Kalia Author-Name: Avir Sarkar Title: Enhancing Decision-Making in Public Health Informatics Using AI and Big Data Analytics Abstract: In public health computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics together provide a wealth of fresh approaches to handle significant public health issues, enhance patient outcomes, and guide choices. Standard approaches of analysis may fail to provide real-time insights that can be utilised to move fast as the volume of data in healthcare systems all across the globe rises. Together, artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics can manage enormous volumes of various kinds of health data, including social aspects of health, public health data, and electronic health records (EHR). This combination allows one to build prediction models able to detect emerging illnesses, see health trends approaching, and identify groups of persons at risk. From vast volumes of data, artificial intelligence systems—including deep learning and machine learning—can identify helpful patterns. This clarifies risk factors, forecasts disease outbreaks, and guides choices on the most efficient use of resources. Moreover, Big Data analytics allows us to examine large-scale effects of activities, thereby enabling individuals in decision-making to do so grounded on strong evidence. By anticipating how each patient will do, thus improving treatments, and so reducing variations in access to and outcomes of healthcare, using AI and Big Data combined may also assist to personalise healthcare. Using AI and Big Data in public health informatics presents some challenges even with these advances. Concerns concerning data security, the requirement of uniform data formats, and the possibility that algorithms may produce biassed choices abound, for instance. Dealing with these problems is very crucial if we are to guarantee fair and ethical use of Big Data and artificial intelligence to enhance public health choices. This article discusses how Big Data analytics and artificial intelligence will transform public health informatics going forward. It lists their advantages and drawbacks and offers ideas for improving the responses on the pitch. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 512 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024512 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:512:id:512 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Swarna Swetha Kolaventi Author-Name: Sidhartha Dash Author-Name: Dheeravath Raju Author-Name: Mohit Gupta Author-Name: Nipun Setia Author-Name: Ashutosh Niranjan Author-Name: Jamuna K.V Title: Ethical and Privacy Challenges in Cloud-Based Health Informatics for Digital Health Records Abstract: Offering hitherto unheard-of chances to improve data administration, patient care, and clinical decision-making, digital transformation in healthcare has driven the general acceptance of cloud-based health informatics. Moving digital health information to the cloud raises a lot of moral and privacy questions. It examines the evolution of cloud technology throughout time, current use of digital records, and open, scalable architecture underlying health data management. Important privacy concerns like data security, regulatory compliance, and the difficulties of making techniques anonymous—as well as ethical concerns including patient liberty, informed permission, data ownership, and equitable access—are covered in the speech. The paper provides a whole strategy for striking a compromise between innovation and strict safety precautions. It achieves this by considering pragmatic and technical concerns and proposing solutions, such as fresh technologies safeguarding privacy and equitable approaches to data management. The findings reveal that we immediately need combination governance structures and community engagement to establish confidence and ensure that cloud computing may improve things without endangering patient rights and data security. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 511 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024511 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:511:id:511 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sarbeswar Hota Author-Name: Bodireddy Vamalatha Author-Name: Gourav Sood Author-Name: Simran Kalra Author-Name: Ajab Singh Choudhary Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: Zuleika Homavazir Title: Personalized Health Informatics Platforms for Patient-Centric Remote Care and Telehealth Optimization Abstract: Improving telemedicine services and making virtual care more patient-centered depend on personalised health informatics systems. These platforms leverage innovative technologies such artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics as healthcare systems evolve to fit a digital-first world to provide tailored treatment plans, real-time monitoring, and future-use health information. With an eye towards how they may enhance patient outcomes, improve healthcare services, and reduce running costs, this article explores how tailored health information systems might be employed in telemedicine. These instruments help to give accurate, tailored treatment that is more effective and sensitive to each patient's requirements by utilising knowledge on each patient's medical history, genetics, habits, and real-time biometrics. Combining artificial intelligence with machine learning enables constant data analysis. This gives us predictive analytics that can find early signs of health problems and help us make better decisions about care. Personalised health informatics systems also encourage patient participation by giving them tools for self-monitoring and communicating with healthcare providers. This leads to better relationships between patients and providers and better obedience to treatment plans. As remote care gets better and easier to use, doctors and nurses can take care of more patients without lowering the level of care. Also, using safe ways to share data protects patients' privacy and makes it easy for patients, carers, and healthcare teams to talk to each other. Even though there have been improvements, problems like data protection, interoperability, and following the rules are still stopping these platforms from being widely used. This paper talks about these problems and suggests ways to make them less severe. Personally tailored health information systems are a huge step forward in telemedicine. They could change the way online medical services are provided, making them more effective, easier to access, and focused on the patient. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 510 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024510 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:510:id:510 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lokesh Ravilla Author-Name: Ashu Katyal Author-Name: Jaskirat Singh Author-Name: Yogendra Bhati Author-Name: Pooja Varma Author-Name: Kunal Meher Author-Name: Praveen Priyaranjan Nayak Title: Advancing Real-Time Health Monitoring Through Wearable Sensors and Health Informatics Integration Abstract: Modern healthcare may benefit much from real-time health monitoring by means of wearable sensors combined with sophisticated health informatics. This work offers a new multi-tiered system that elegantly blends a strong, cloud-based health informatics platform with continuous physiological data collecting from state-of- the-art wearable devices. Timeliness, data-driven clinical decision-making is enabled by the proposed architecture's secure data transfer, sophisticated signal processing, and compatibility with current electronic health record systems. With a reaction time of 150 ms, 98% sensor accuracy, and increased data throughput while extending battery life to 20 hours, the system proved notable benefits over conventional monitoring techniques in pilot deployments. These performance indicators highlight how well the system can consistently identify early indicators of health abnormalities and enable preemptive actions, therefore helping to enhance patient outcomes. Notwithstanding difficulties with data heterogeneity, sensor calibration, and strict privacy criteria, the research emphasises the possibility for scalable, patient-centric solutions using predictive analytics and real-time data integration. In order to improve data integrity and system performance even further, future studies will concentrate on combining blockchain-based security measures with powerful machine learning methods. The results of this research provide a strong basis for the creation of adaptable and resilient next-generation health monitoring systems, therefore opening the path for more individualised and preventative healthcare delivery. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 509 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024509 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:509:id:509 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Avni Garg Author-Name: Himanshu Makhija Author-Name: Vishal Biswas Author-Name: Pooja Varma Author-Name: Zuleika Homavazir Author-Name: Aneesh Wunnava Author-Name: Kukatla Tejesh Title: Blockchain-Based Health Informatics Systems for Secure Patient Data Sharing and Interoperability Abstract: Blockchain technology is transforming the safe sharing and patient data management in a healthcare setting becoming more and more digital. Blockchain's distributed ledger design is challenging conventional centralised systems, often typified by data silos and vulnerability to cyber-attacks. This study offers a complete architecture for blockchain-based health informatics systems guaranteeing data integrity, privacy, and interoperability across many healthcare systems. The suggested system provides a strong solution for automated permission management and safe data exchange by using smart contracts, consensus mechanisms, and cryptographic approaches as well as To effectively manage vast amounts of data while preserving strict security criteria, the architecture combines off-chain storage with on-chain transaction recording. By means of transparent, unchangeable records, and thus build confidence among healthcare professionals, insurance companies, and research organisations, extensive academic analysis and empirical assessments emphasise the potential of blockchain to empower patients. All important for real-time clinical applications, performance benchmarks from pilot tests show gains in transaction throughput, reduced data retrieval latency, and excellent network uptime. Furthermore, the threat modelling and regulatory compliance studies solve important issues around data protection and scalability thus making sure the system fits strict legal frameworks like HIPAA and GDPR. Although perfect integration with legacy systems still presents difficulties, this study highlights the transforming power of blockchain technology in building an interoperable, patient-centric, safe healthcare environment. Future research will concentrate on maximising scalability and improving the regulatory environment to fully exploit blockchain possibilities in health informatics. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 508 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024508 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:508:id:508 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pratibha Sharma Author-Name: Ved vrat Verma Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: Shashikant Patil Author-Name: Ansuman Samal Author-Name: Manni Sruthi Author-Name: Ayaan Faiz Title: Leveraging AI-Driven Health Informatics for Predictive Analytics in Chronic Disease Management Abstract: People are getting long-term illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure more and more often. Because of this, it's even more important to find better ways to handle these situations and move quickly when they happen. Using AI-powered health informatics in predictive analytics seems like a good way to improve the quality of care and patient outcomes when dealing with long-term illnesses. This study looks at how AI models, like machine learning algorithms, predictive modelling, and data-driven analytics, can change how long-term illnesses are watched, identified, and treated. By looking at a lot of data from smart tech, medical pictures, and electronic health records (EHRs), AI systems can find patterns and guess how a disease will get worse before the symptoms show up. By finding high-risk patients early on, these insights can help healthcare workers make the best use of resources, give more personalised care, and cut costs. Using AI in health technology also makes it easier to make systems that can keep an eye on people with long-term illnesses in real time. These systems can keep an eye on vital signs, living factors, and drug compliance all the time. This can help people get help right away, which can cut down on problems and hospital stays. AI technologies can also help automate repetitive chores like data filing, medical support, and decision-making, which frees up healthcare workers to spend more time caring for patients directly. However, using AI to handle chronic diseases can be hard because of issues with data protection, the need for uniform data forms, and making sure that AI models can be understood and held accountable. At the end of the paper, the future uses of AI in managing chronic diseases are talked about. It is emphasized that healthcare workers, data scientists, and lawmakers need to keep researching and working together to get the most out of AI-driven health informatics. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 507 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024507 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:507:id:507 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Swati Kemothi Author-Name: Sujayaraj Samuel Jayakumar Author-Name: Swarna Swetha Kolaventi Author-Name: Pratyashi Satapathy Author-Name: Kollathur Sudheer Author-Name: Gunveen Ahluwalia Author-Name: Ansh Kataria Title: Advancing Patient-Centered Care through AI-Driven Medical Informatics and Real-Time Health Data Analysis Abstract: In the quickly evolving sector of healthcare, the marriage of artificial intelligence (AI) with medical technology has drastically revolutionised the way patient-centered care is given. By real-time health data analysis, AI-driven solutions enable healthcare professionals to provide more individualised, effective, proactive treatment. By means of its applications in real-time health data analysis and medical computing, this study explores how artificial intelligence might support patient-centered care enhancement. Big volumes of patient data including information from smart devices, clinical records, and medical images are handled by artificial intelligence algorithms including predictive analytics, natural language processing, and machine learning models. Along with helping clinicians make better judgements, these instruments increase patient involvement, happiness, and likelihood of excellent outcomes. The key advantage of artificial intelligence-driven medical informatics is that it can provide real-time patient health information to healthcare professionals so they may respond fast on new medical problems or probable hazards. Predictive models, for instance, may recommend certain treatment regimens, forecast the course of an illness, and identify potential issues before they become very major. Particularly for those who live in remote or poor regions, AI may also enable telemedicine and online monitoring systems, therefore helping to make healthcare more accessible. Moving the emphasis from reactive care to focused, preventive care helps AI-driven solutions empower individuals to take control of their own health. Better healthcare outcomes follow from simpler patient and healthcare worker collaboration made possible by combined use of artificial intelligence and medical computers. Using these technologies does, however, also present challenges like concerns about data security, the need for consistent procedures, and ensuring ethical usage of artificial intelligence in medical environments. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 506 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024506 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:506:id:506 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pooja Varma Author-Name: Kunal Meher Author-Name: Sasanka Choudhury Author-Name: Vundela Swathi Author-Name: Harsimrat Kandhari Author-Name: Madhur Taneja Author-Name: Supriya Awasthi Title: Applications of IoT and Edge Computing in Medical Informatics for Real-Time Patient Monitoring Abstract: Particularly with regard to health issue prediction and patient monitoring in real time, edge computing, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are altering the healthcare industry. This paper investigates how these technologies may be used, what technological issues they could have, and how they might develop in the medical domain. Continuous patient vital sign monitoring made possible by Internet of Things (IoT) devices and monitors Low-latency data processing guaranteed by edge computing facilitates real-time decision-making by means of simplicity. By simplifying early assessment and tailored treatment regimens, AI-powered predictive analytics used at the edge dramatically enhances healthcare results. New technologies handle significant issues like security, scale, data privacy, and interoperability by means of bitcoin and 5G networks. This guarantees effective and safe data flow. For instance, the research underlines the importance of consistent standards and secure patient data processing for the use of emerging technologies in the healthcare environment. Healthcare will grow more integrated, efficient, and patient-centered as IoT, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence keep improving. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 505 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024505 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:505:id:505 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Swarna Swetha Kolaventi Author-Name: Duryodhan Jena Author-Name: Kothakonda Sairam Author-Name: Hitesh Kalra Author-Name: Mridula Gupta Author-Name: Sumol Ratna Author-Name: Pooja Varma Title: Risk Assessment and Mitigation Strategies in Medical Informatics for Cybersecurity and Patient Data Protection Abstract: While combining modern technology with medical analytics has greatly improved healthcare services, it has also generated several questions over hacking and patient data protection. The risks healthcare companies confront becoming more complex as more of them use telemedicine, electronic health records (EHRs), and other digital technologies. Cyberattacks on private patient data and healthcare systems may have disastrous effects including data breaches, lost vital services, and individuals entering medical records without authorisation. Regarding hacking, this paper examines the hazards associated with medical computers with an eye on the weaknesses in the present healthcare system. It identifies the primary hazards to data integrity and patient risk including ransomware, hacking, and insider threats. Furthermore discussed in the paper are some approaches to enhance medical computer safety. Among these strategies are strong encryption, secure login systems, and continuous monitoring tools capable of locating and reacting to security concerns in real time. The article also discusses the need of strong legal frameworks requiring best practices for data security and the need of healthcare professionals learning about hacking. Furthermore underlined is the need of developing a security attitude within healthcare institutions in order to resist fresh internet risks. Finally, the study advises greater research and development to ensure patient data is safer and offers instances of improved approaches to manage risks in healthcare systems. Maintaining confidence, adhering to regulations, and the overall performance of healthcare delivery systems as healthcare providers become digital depend critically on patient data being secure and private. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 504 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024504 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:504:id:504 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Srikant Kumar Dhar Author-Name: Kotte Navyav Author-Name: Kanika Seth Author-Name: Dikshit Sharma Author-Name: Sourabh Kumar Singh Author-Name: Shashikant Patil Title: Enhancing Clinical Decision Support Systems with Big Data and AI in Medical Informatics Abstract: By allowing real-time diagnostics, predictive analytics, and automated therapy recommendations, the combination of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data into Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) has changed healthcare decision-making. While AI-driven models use machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), and natural language processing (NLP) to improve diagnosis accuracy and clinical efficiency, traditional rule-based CDSS suffered constraints in managing complex and dynamic patient data. With an overall increase of over 30% in predictive performance, this research assesses the efficacy of AI-powered CDSS against conventional rule-based models by showing notable accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score improvement. Streaming data processing, edge artificial intelligence, and federated learning further help real-time decision-making to guarantee scalable AI-based interventions. Widespread use depends on the difficulties of data security, model interpretability, and interoperability being overcome. This research highlights the potential, challenges, and future directions of AI-driven CDSS in improving evidence-based, data-driven, and personalized healthcare solutions. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 503 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024503 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:503:id:503 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Banothu Vijay Author-Name: Lakshya Swarup Author-Name: Ayush Gandhi Author-Name: Sonia Mehta Author-Name: Naresh Kaushik Author-Name: Satish Choudhury Title: Evaluating the Impact of Machine Learning in Predictive Analytics for Personalized Healthcare Informatics Abstract: By adding machine learning (ML) into predictive analytics, the area of personalised healthcare computing has evolved and new approaches to enhance patient outcomes via tailored treatment plans have been generated. This paper examines how healthcare treatments could be tailored and predicted using machine learning methods. It underlines how crucial sophisticated analytics are for enhancing patient care and guiding clinical choices. Treatment is more accurate, more efficient, and better generally when one can predict how a condition will worsen, choose the best course of action for taking drugs, and observe any issues. Like controlled and unstructured learning algorithms, machine learning models have proved to be able to efficiently examine large and complex clinical datasets including electronic health records (EHR) and genetic data. These models identify hidden trends, relationships, and patterns that enable us to forecast individual health paths, identify those at risk, and simplify preventive action. ML also makes it feasible to merge many kinds of data, therefore providing clinicians with a more complete picture of every patient's health and, ultimately, facilitates the provision of more individualised, better treatment. Many facets of healthcare, including management of chronic illnesses, cancer detection, mental health analysis, and new medication discovery, employ predictive models. By helping clinicians make decisions based on data, ML models assist to reduce errors and enhance the flow of treatment. Still, there are issues including concerns about data security, model understanding, and the necessity of consistent frameworks to ensure models are robust and dependable in real-life clinical environments. This work also addresses the moral issues raised by using machine learning algorithms in tailored healthcare. It addresses issues like prejudice, justice, and patient agreement. It emphasises the need of cooperation among legislators, data scientists, and healthcare professionals to maintain developing models so that the whole potential of machine learning in healthcare may be fulfilled. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 502 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024502 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:502:id:502 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Nitish Vashisht Author-Name: Wamika Goyal Author-Name: Shivi Choudhary Author-Name: Sujayaraj Samuel Jayakumar Author-Name: Shashikant Patil Author-Name: Chinmaya Kumar Mohapatra Author-Name: Aitha Srividya Title: Ethical and Legal Challenges in the Use of Robotics for Critical Surgical Interventions Abstract: Many significant operations now use robots, which has transformed contemporary medicine by enabling quicker, less intrusive therapies for patients that are more exact. Robotic-assisted surgical systems—powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML)—have generated societal and legal questions as well as fresh avenues for medical outcome improvement. Privacy threats, judgements made by artificial intelligence, patient liberty, who is accountable for medical blunders, and equitable access to robotic surgical technology are among the most pressing concerns of individuals. It becomes more difficult to determine who is liable as the legislation evolves, particularly in cases where AI faults or failures lead to surgical blunders. Using artificial intelligence to perform real-time surgical decisions raises ethical questions about the requirement of human direction, the reality that machine learning systems could be biassed, and Robotic systems are also rather costly, hence they can only be employed in facilities with means to do so. This creates less equitable access to contemporary medical procedures. This article addresses these concerns by examining the new technology, risk-reducing tactics, legal frameworks, and policy recommendations required to guarantee moral and ethical use of robotically assisted surgical procedures. The research reveals that physicians must be extremely well educated, artificial intelligence must be very clear, and laws all around must be united if we want to make robotic surgery safer, more successful, and more accessible for more people. Strict legal employment criteria, clear ethical standards, and equitable healthcare procedures will direct future advancement in AI-driven robotic surgery to the highest degrees of patient safety and medical innovation. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 501 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024501 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:501:id:501 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Tarun Kapoor Author-Name: Avinash Kumar Author-Name: Vinima Gambhir Author-Name: Samir Samal Author-Name: Syed Farhan Author-Name: Prateek Aggarwal Title: Medical Malpractice and Ethical Accountability A Case Study Analysis of Patient Safety Incidents Abstract: Since they directly impact patient safety and the quality of treatment generally, ethical responsibility and medical misbehaviour are fundamental elements of healthcare systems. Aiming at events influencing patient safety, this case study analysis seeks to explore the intricate relationship between medical misbehaviour and ethical responsibilities in the healthcare surroundings. Malpractice that is, negligence, mistakes, or inactivity among medical professionals affects not just patients but also doctors and has significant effects on both. Mostly ethical obligation of healthcare personnel determines following professional standards and protecting of patient rights and well-being. Examining numerous well-known cases of patient safety, the study looks at their moral implications, causes, and background. Analysing the actions and choices made by medical personnel during these events exposes patterns of non-following standard procedures, poor communication, and negligence. It also emphasises the moral duty of medical professionals in preventing misbehaviour and the importance of openness, ongoing education, and a strong culture of accountability in healthcare firms. The findings highlight the need of providing clear ethical norms and regulations to healthcare professionals so that patient safety is a first concern and errors are handled honestly. It also addresses how government authorities and medical boards, among other monitoring bodies, ensure ethical norms are fulfilled. There are suggestions for how to improve medical practices, make training in ethics better, and make it easier for patients and providers to talk to each other. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 500 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024500 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:500:id:500 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Keshav Keshav Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: Swarna Swetha Kolaventi Author-Name: Shakti Bedanta Mishra Author-Name: Mekala Ishwarya Author-Name: Romil Jain Author-Name: Sulabh Mahajan Title: Assessing Ethical Challenges in End-of-Life Decision-Making Through a Case Study Approach Abstract: For patients, families, doctors, and legislators, end-of- life decisions create major ethical conundrums. The moral conundrums in clinical practice arise from the growing complexity of medical procedures, legal differences among countries, and many cultural and religious views. Using a case study method, this research investigates these ethical dilemmas by examining important concerns like physician-assisted suicide, do-not-resuscitation (DNR) orders, palliative sedation, and life force withdrawal. It looks at ethical theories including utilitarian and deontological points of view as well as bioethical concepts of autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice. Comparative analysis of global points of view exposes differences in legal systems and cultural attitudes on final choices. Emphasising policies to ensure compassionate, patient-centered care, the article also gives recommendations for improving ethical decision-making, highlighting rules for healthcare professionals, increasing communication tactics, the purpose of ethics committees, and policy improvements. Combining ethical ideals, legal issues, and cultural sensitivity, this study aims to assist to develop more equitable and ethically sound approaches to end-of-life decision-making. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 499 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024499 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:499:id:499 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sujayaraj Samuel Jayakumar Author-Name: Kunal Meher Author-Name: Udaybhanu Rout Author-Name: Gujjala Srinath Author-Name: Shivam Khurana Author-Name: Sukhman Ghumman Author-Name: Shilpi Singh Title: Risk Analysis of Data Privacy Violations in Digital Health Records and Patient Confidentiality Abstract: The fast growth of digital health tools has changed the way healthcare is provided, making it easier for both people and healthcare workers to get the care they need and more efficient. On the other side, digitising health data seriously compromises patient privacy and data security. The various hazards resulting from violations of data privacy in digital health records are discussed in this article. It emphasises the larger picture for healthcare systems and how these breaches can compromise patient privacy. Patient data is saved and distributed across many platforms as Electronic Health Records (EHRs), cloud computing, and telemedicine become more and more common. This article discusses typical hazards that could lead to unauthorised sharing of private medical records. These cover technological problems in healthcare information systems, insiders, and hackers. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) among other laws, norms, and ethics aimed to safeguard patient data are discussed as well. Making ensuring health data is kept, shared, and accessed securely remains difficult even with current initiatives. Furthermore discussed in this study are many approaches to safeguard patient data including encryption, multi-factor login, and very strong safety measures. Finally, it emphasises how crucial it is for healthcare institutions to have a thorough data security strategy in place so as to establish patient confidence and guarantee adherence to all policies. Keeping data privacy current as digital health technologies evolve helps to safeguard patient privacy and maintain seamless operations of healthcare systems. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 498 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024498 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:498:id:498 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Varsha Agarwal Author-Name: B Lakshmi Priyanka Author-Name: Pramod Reddy Author-Name: Amritpal Sidhu Author-Name: Suhas Gupta Gupta Author-Name: Sameer Rastogi Title: Analyzing Ethical Dilemmas in AI-Assisted Diagnostics and Treatment Decisions for Patient Safety Abstract: Artificial intelligence (AI) raises challenging ethical questions concerning patient safety, liberty, and trust as it is used increasingly in healthcare systems, particularly in regard to diagnostic and treatment choices. Big improvements in the quality of care would follow from considerably more accurate and efficient medical assessments and treatment plans made possible by AI-assisted systems. These developments, meantime, also bring challenges about transparency, accountability, and the danger of depending too much on automated systems. Especially when crucial judgements have to be taken, one should carefully consider the moral questions raised by artificial intelligence use in medical care. This is to guarantee that without violating ethical standards, these technologies enhance patient well-being. The moral issues raised by utilising artificial intelligence to support diagnostic and treatment decisions are investigated in this paper. It mostly addresses the discrepancy between human expertise and machine recommendations. Among the issues are the possibility of artificial bias, the clarity of AI decision-making procedures, and how AI will change the rapport between a doctor and a patient. The research also examines the need of patients continuing to trust automated medical systems as well as the possibility of dehumanising treatment when artificial intelligence systems take over decision-making duties. The paper also addresses the difficulty of ensuring that artificial intelligence systems abide by moral standards like promoting good, avoiding damage, and honouring patient liberty. With an eye on striking a balance between new technology and patient safety, the research also proposes guidelines and criteria for the appropriate use of artificial intelligence in healthcare. The interactions between ethical norms and artificial intelligence technology are examined in this paper. The aim is to provide a whole picture of how artificial intelligence might be employed in healthcare settings to raise patient outcomes while reducing risks and maintaining confidence by means of effective application. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 497 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024497 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:497:id:497 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ayasa Kanta Mohanty Author-Name: Bathala Balaji Author-Name: Sudhanshu Dev Author-Name: Sorabh Sharma Author-Name: Sachet Dawar Author-Name: Varsha Agarwal Title: Impact of Personalized Healthcare Messaging on Patient Outcomes and Medical Communication Effectiveness Abstract: Involving patients, ensuring they follow their therapy, and enhancing their overall health all depend on effective communication in healthcare. Sending broad messages and notes seldom is one of the traditional medical communication techniques that always appeal to patients. Fewer of them follow their medication regimens, fewer of them react, and more of them have to return to the hospital as result. The research investigates how tailored healthcare message motivated by artificial intelligence affects It generates health messages unique to every patient by aggregating Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning (ML), and Electronic Health Records (EHR). Using a 500-person sample divided in two, the proposed approach was tested: 250 persons utilised regular means of communication while 250 others received tailored messages from artificial intelligence. The personalised message group had notably higher responses rates (82.5% vs. 55.3%), drug adherence (89.4% vs. 67.8%), and patient contentment (8.9 vs. 6.7 out of 10). Furthermore declining from 21.4% (standard) to 12.3% (personalised) and from 18.5% to 8.2% were hospital readmissions and missed appointments. These findings indicate that tailored healthcare messaging driven by artificial intelligence greatly increase patient engagement, enable adherence to their treatment plan, and save healthcare expenditures. The paper also covers moral concerns, data security difficulties, and system capacity for expansion. It underlines the importance of striking a balance in healthcare communication between artificial intelligence and human control. The findings reveal that messaging systems driven by artificial intelligence and natural language processing might transform the way modern healthcare is provided, therefore opening a more adaptable and patient-centered communication channel. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 496 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024496 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:496:id:496 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Putta Chandana Author-Name: Bhavuk Samrat Author-Name: Sahil Suri Author-Name: Roshni Majumder Author-Name: Shashikant Patil Author-Name: Prabhat Ku.Sahu Title: Evaluating the Influence of Chatbots and AI Assistants on Medical Communication and Patient Trust Abstract: Using robots and AI helpers in healthcare is changing how patients communicate with medical services. This could be a good way to improve communication, get patients more involved, and maybe even build trust in healthcare delivery. This research looks at how these digital tools affect how doctors and patients talk to each other and trust each other. The quick spread of AI-powered systems in healthcare settings has led to talks about how well they help build real relationships between healthcare workers and patients and how they can make healthcare more accessible and efficient. The main goal of the study is to look at how patients and healthcare workers feel about AI being used in hospital settings, focussing on how much patients trust and are satisfied with the technology. A mixed-method approach was used, with people from a wide range of groups taking part in both quantitative polls and qualitative conversations. People who used AI-based apps and helpers in healthcare settings, such as to check for symptoms, make appointments, and send follow-up messages, were asked to provide data. The study looks into how these tools affect what patients expect, how happy they are with conversation, and how much they believe AI systems that give them medical advice. The results show that patients have mostly good experiences with AI helpers, especially when it comes to things like ease of use, quick answers, and availability 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Concerns about how artificial intelligence would not be able to provide humane treatment and the requirement of human supervision in medical decision-making surfaced, nevertheless. The research claims that in certain cases artificial intelligence might increase trust and connection; yet, it should be utilised cautiously and that patient care still depends much on human contact. Future research should concentrate on making AI-driven systems in healthcare more accurate, sympathetic, and transparent if we are to fully maximise them. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 495 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024495 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:495:id:495 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yuvraj Parmar Author-Name: Siddharth Sriram Author-Name: Amit Vassney Author-Name: Naresh Kaushik Author-Name: Sarita Mohapatra Author-Name: Mittapalli Premchandh Title: Analyzing the Effectiveness of Virtual Reality in Medical Training and Patient Communication Abstract: A game-changing technology in medicine, virtual reality (VR) might enable physicians to pick up fresh skills and improve their patient communication. Using VR in medical education generates realistic experiences that help medical professionals learn by doing in a regulated environment. Professionals and students may mimic difficult operations and apply therapies using this technology. Learning more about the human body also aids in their development of skills and improves their decision-making. Since VR allows physicians explain medical issues, treatment plans, and procedures in enjoyable and engaging ways that let patients comprehend and follow through, it is also rather vital for doctors interacting with patients. Two key uses for VR are teaching physicians and enabling patients to communicate with one another; this article explores both uses. Regarding medical training, we examine how VR models enable medical students practice again and over in real-world scenarios and assist in learning and memory of operations. Especially for patients with complex diseases, adopting VR to visualise medical concepts in 3D is a major step forward from the past approaches of interacting with patients. Virtual environments help patients be happy and less stressed as they simplify the understanding of how treatments operate. The research examines present VR usage as well as potential future applications for both hospitals and educational institutions. According to many case studies, virtual reality (VR) not only improves patient-provider interactions but also aids in more effective learning. For many individuals, however, issues like cost, simplicity of access, and restricted technology still make usage difficult. Improvements in VR technology—that which makes VR more affordable and user-friendly may help to address these issues going forward. This would enable VR use in medicine much further. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 494 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024494 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:494:id:494 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Frederick Sidney Correa Author-Name: Rohini Rohini Author-Name: Shashikant Patil Author-Name: Satya Ranjan Das Author-Name: Kamineni Sairam Author-Name: Jagtej Singh Title: Evaluating Artificial Intelligence in Medical Communication for Enhancing Doctor-Patient Interactions and Outcomes Abstract: Medical communication using artificial intelligence (AI) might improve relationships between physicians and patients and provide better outcomes on health. It looks at how consumers and healthcare professionals may interact more easily thanks to AI-powered solutions such virtual assistants and robots. AI technologies may provide physicians accurate, current information, assist in clinical decision-making, reduce their mental load so they may concentrate on more challenging aspects of treatment. Moreover made accessible seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day are artificial intelligence technologies. In this sense, individuals may always acquire customised to their medical requirements answers and assistance. This paper investigates how effectively artificial intelligence technologies could raise patient engagement in medical exchanges, confidence, and pleasure. Examining many artificial intelligence systems used in healthcare reveals how they enable individuals to interact better by addressing shared issues such language and mental stress, and how they assist to solve the shortage of healthcare professionals. Particularly with regard to safeguarding data privacy and maintaining the human touch in healthcare, we also discuss the moral questions and challenges raised by artificial intelligence usage. Particularly how quickly and precisely AI can provide medical advice, assist to reduce the risk of misunderstandings, and enhance treatment commitment, researchers are also investigating how AI influences patient outcomes. The results of the research show that although artificial intelligence is a terrific tool for enhancing doctor-patient communication, it must be utilised wisely so as not to replace human understanding. Better, more knowledgeable, and more compassionate treatment for patients in the future is what we expect to see by supporting AI systems and healthcare professionals to cooperate. This will raise their confidence in the medical system and enhance their general state of wellness. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 493 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024493 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:493:id:493 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Uma Bhardwaj Author-Name: Malathi. H Author-Name: Vinima Gambhir Author-Name: Aurolipy Das Author-Name: Rapaka Sudhir Author-Name: Ashmeet Kaur Author-Name: Anoop Dev Title: Analyzing the Impact of Digital Health Communication on Patient Engagement and Treatment Adherence Abstract: Modern healthcare systems now strongly rely on digital health communication to get patients more engaged in their treatment and assist them to stay with their prescriptions. Healthcare professionals may now have more tailored and continuous interactions with their patients since so many individuals use mobile applications, telemedicine systems, and digital health data. With an eye on how technology-based solutions can enable patients to follow their treatment regimens for chronic illnesses and preventative care, this paper investigates how digital health communication influences patient engagement and treatment commitment. This paper examines how well various digital communication technologies text systems, notes, video chats, real-time tracking help patients and medical professionals interact with one another. The research also examines how successfully digital health technologies enable individuals to follow their treatments as well as how their behaviour, drive, and overall pleasure in regard to care. This paper uses a lot of current research, polls, and case studies to find the main things that make digital communication work in healthcare. These are ease of use, accessibility, perceived value, and trust in technology. The results show that digital health communication makes patients more interested by giving them personalised material, letting them connect with healthcare professionals at the right time, and giving them more chances to learn. Digital platforms have also been shown to help people stick with their treatments by reminding them, tracking their progress, and letting healthcare workers offer real-time support when they are used with personalised treatment plans. Even though there are benefits, there are still big problems that need to be fixed, like not knowing how to use technology, worries about privacy, and unequal access to digital tools. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 492 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024492 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:492:id:492 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: RenukaJyothi S Author-Name: Shashikant Patil Author-Name: Manoranjan Dash Author-Name: Pochampalli Deepth Author-Name: Bharat Bhushan Author-Name: Amit Kumar Author-Name: Rama Sankar Title: Addressing Shortages of Medical Professionals Through District-Level Education and Training Initiatives Abstract: Lack of physicians and nurses worldwide has grown to be a serious issue influencing healthcare in both industrialised and developing regions. This deficit is greater given the rising demand for health care services, particularly in rural and underdeveloped areas. We need innovative approaches beyond the conventional recruiting practices to close these disparities. One approach that seems promising is establishing local-level educational and training initiatives to provide a consistent supply of medical professionals. Making localised programs that satisfy the particular healthcare requirements of the community is the primary objective of district level education and training initiatives. By concentrating on the regions with the most discrepancies in healthcare coverage, these initiatives may be designed to provide individuals with the necessary skills to satisfy local requirements. These initiatives emphasise practical training, community learning, and cooperative efforts among local healthcare professionals to ensure that trainees possess the necessary practical skills to handle issues in the provision of healthcare. These sorts of initiatives are aimed to make medical education more affordable and accessible for those who may not be able to visit conventional medical colleges because to financial or accessibility problems. These initiatives may provide students with real-world experience and direct exposure to tending to patients in a range of circumstances thanks to district hospitals and clinics as well as other modern healthcare venues. These initiatives not only impart medical knowledge but also aim to include individuals in their communities by allowing them assist in creating the training and instructional resources. Ultimately, local level education and training initiatives not only address the dearth of physicians and nurses but also result in long-term, permanent enhancements in healthcare. These programs could change healthcare access, improve patient results, and help make healthcare systems stronger overall by creating a staff that is both skilled and deeply tied to the communities they serve. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 491 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024491 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:491:id:491 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Vinima Gambhir Author-Name: Samir Sahu Author-Name: Karan Pandre Author-Name: Jatin Khurana Author-Name: Simranjeet Nanda Author-Name: RK Sinha Author-Name: Jamuna KV Title: Strengthening Medical Education in Underserved Districts Through Interdisciplinary and Experiential Learning Models Abstract: Better medical education is necessary for improving healthcare services, particularly in areas not well covered and without simple access to qualified healthcare professionals. The ways in which cooperative and practical learning approaches could enhance medical education in several domains are examined in this article. Standard medical school often suffers from lack of resources, professors, and practice experience in places lacking sufficient medical treatment. New approaches combining hands-on learning with cooperation across several disciplines are required to address these gaps and raise the quality of medical education. From medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and public health, interdisciplinary learning forces individuals from many healthcare sectors to collaborate to acquire a better sense of how to treat patients as a whole. Teachers may enable their pupils to acquire critical skills such working together, communicating with others, and problem-solving by arranging shared learning environments. These are all crucial for delivering decent treatment in areas lacking resources. Also, students can learn useful things that they can't learn in a standard classroom setting alone through experiential learning, which includes taking part in real-life healthcare situations. This method helps students learn how to think critically, make decisions, and use clinical logic. This makes medical education more useful and important. Local healthcare organisations, school officials, and politicians must work together to put these ideas into action. It is very important to pay attention to the special needs of impoverished communities and change the way healthcare workers are taught to fit the problems they face in these areas. Using technology and telemedicine can also give students who live far away access to advanced learning materials and make it easier for them to keep learning. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 490 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024490 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:490:id:490 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pusparaj Samantsinghar Author-Name: Kasturi Pohini Author-Name: Sourav Rampal Author-Name: Vivek Saraswat Author-Name: Pragati Saxena Author-Name: Malathi. H Author-Name: Varsha Agarwal Title: Evaluating District-Level Medical Training Programs and Their Impact on Healthcare Service Delivery Abstract: The objective of this research is to investigate how district-level medical training programs influence the quality of health care provided. Making healthcare more accessible, better, and better for people's overall health depends much on local medical training programs. District-level programs have a special opportunity to raise the competency of the local workforce as the need for healthcare professionals in underdeveloped regions increases. Results of this research examine how these initiatives assist medical professionals, particularly in rural and isolated places, and how that influences the provision of healthcare services. The research used a mixed-methods approach, therefore combining qualitative and quantitative data. Surveys and interviews with regional health authorities, medical students, and healthcare professionals helped one ascertain the effectiveness of training programs. Among the elements used for the evaluation were improvements in medical knowledge, professional competency, patient satisfaction, and the overall efficacy of healthcare services. The report also examines issues that training initiatives encounter, including lack of resources, ensuring the teachings are applicable, and maintaining trained personnel. Particularly in diagnostic accuracy, emergency treatment, and patient management, the data reveal that district-level training programs improve healthcare services considerably. Still, issues like poor facilities and insufficient resources for instructors still remain. The findings highlight the significance of ensuring that treatments are fit for the demands of rural health systems and that infrastructure and training be regularly invested in so that these programs may have the greatest long-lasting impact. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 489 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024489 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:489:id:489 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Madireddy Sirisha Author-Name: Sidhant Das Author-Name: Ramesh Saini Author-Name: Pallavi Prakash Chandra Author-Name: RenukaJyothi S Author-Name: Varsha Agarwal Author-Name: Kabita Kumari Behea Title: Assessing the Role of Community-Based Medical Education in Strengthening Healthcare Systems Abstract: Connecting medical education directly to local healthcare needs has made community-based medical education (CBME) a revolutionary approach to strengthen healthcare systems. Part of the strategy involves involving medical students in delivering healthcare in underdeveloped rural communities, therefore fostering hands-on learning. With an eye towards how it can help close healthcare gaps and simplify access to treatment, this research looks at how CBME impacts students and healthcare systems. Students that participate in CBME have a unique opportunity to collaborate with a variety of patients, therefore enhancing their overall preparation for practice, clinical skills, and cultural competency. It also encourages students to participate in public health issues, therefore fostering social responsibility and improved understanding of community health operations. For the individuals CBME treats as well as the students, adding it to the medical curriculum proved to be successful. CBME closes the access gap to healthcare by providing healthcare services in areas not well served, therefore strengthening healthcare systems generally. Medical students that participate in neighbourhood health programs provide fresh ideas and points of view that might assist to address particular health issues in specific local communities. This strategy has also been shown to assist rural and remote region healthcare professionals stay in place. This is so because graduates of community-based training programs are more likely to find employment in analogous environments. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 488 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024488 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:488:id:488 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Abhishek Singla Author-Name: Manisha Chandna Author-Name: Nidhi Srivastava Author-Name: Jamuna KV Author-Name: Varsha Agarwal Author-Name: Santosh Singh Author-Name: Manni Sruthi Title: Developing Competency-Based Medical Training Programs to Address Healthcare Challenges in Rural Areas Abstract: In rural areas, the healthcare system suffers major issues including inadequate physicians and nurses, insufficient knowledge of certain medical disorders, and restricted access to high-quality treatment. Healthcare professionals must devise fresh approaches to enhance their competency in order to handle these issues. The development of competency-based medical training courses intended to improve rural healthcare conditions is discussed in this article. The competency-based approach emphasizes on arming medical professionals with the knowledge, tools, and attitudes required to satisfy the particular requirements of rural residents. These initiatives highlight hands-on learning, continuous assessment, and individualised learning routes. In this sense, healthcare professionals may acquire the required skills in a free yet ordered manner. These initiatives also link medical professionals in far-off locations with specialized expertise via telemedicine and digital health technologies. Providers will find it simpler thus to get guidance, training, and current medical knowledge. Through competency-based training tailored to the issues arising in rural healthcare, we seek to not only raise the quality of treatment but also retain healthcare professionals motivated in and competent in their work. The report discusses several significant approaches to improve these programs: how local healthcare systems, medical schools, and internet platforms may cooperate to make education and job advancement simpler to get. The research also emphasizes the need of considering the local circumstances when designing training courses that fit for rural healthcare environments. By producing a more competent, confident, and capable healthcare workforce, competency-based medical training programs might ultimately help address the disparities in healthcare in rural regions. Better patient outcomes and improved healthcare delivery follow from this. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 487 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024487 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:487:id:487 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gerardo Alberto Varela Navarro Author-Name: Gladstone Oliva Íñiguez Title: Open-Source Artificial Intelligence in medical applications Abstract: Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) and open-source artificial intelligence (AI) models have emerged as transformative paradigms in the educational and medical fields, promoting innovation, transparency, and decentralized collaboration. This study analyzes their impact through a systematic literature review and the examination of emblematic case studies, such as the City of Hope National Medical Center, Zauron Labs, Gene Outlook, and Cardiomentor. In the educational realm, FOSS has facilitated the creation of adaptive and personalized learning environments, reducing operational costs and fostering active participation from students and educators. Platforms like Moodle and Sakai have revolutionized online course management, while initiatives such as MIT OpenCourseWare have expanded access to high-quality educational resources, promoting a culture of transparency and collaboration. In the medical field, open-source AI models have demonstrated their potential to improve diagnostic accuracy and personalized care. For example, the sepsis prediction model developed by City of Hope enables continuous monitoring of immunocompromised patients, while Zauron Labs' Guardian AI reduces errors in medical imaging interpretation. These applications stand out for their flexibility and ability to adapt to specific needs, making them valuable tools for clinical practice and research. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 486 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024486 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:486:id:486 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Benjamín Villegas Alcántar Title: Motivation in the human process as a determining factor in work performance Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The study analyzed the influence of motivational factors on work performance within small and medium-sized companies in Tepatitlán de Morelos, Jalisco. Based on previous theories, it was determined that motivation directly affects personnel performance. We sought to formulate a model applicable to similar companies, optimizing business results through motivational strategies. METHODS: The research adopted a quantitative approach with a non-experimental, cross-sectional and correlational-causal design. A questionnaire based on validated measurement scales was applied and distributed to 94 employees of three companies. The dimensions of motivation (achievement, power and affiliation) and work performance (expectations, instrumentality and valence) were evaluated. Pearson's correlation coefficient and the Chi-square test in SPSS were used for data analysis. RESULTS: The findings showed a positive mean-considerable correlation (r=0.637) between motivation and job performance. The achievement factor had the greatest influence on performance, followed by affiliation and power. It was identified that employees valued self-fulfillment and confidence in achieving goals the most, while they showed less interest in exercising authority. In addition, distrust in the performance-reward relationship was observed, which affected motivation. CONCLUSIONS: It was confirmed that the satisfaction of motivational factors improves work performance. It was recommended that companies develop strategies focused on self-fulfillment and strengthening trust in incentives. The results serve as a basis for future research and business optimization models. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 485 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024485 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:485:id:485 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Benjamín Villegas Alcántar Title: Influence of motivation on job performance: An analysis based on Vroom and McClelland Abstract: Introduction: The research addressed the study of motivation and its impact on the work performance of workers in companies in Tepatitlán de Morelos, Jalisco. The role of thoughts, perceptions and emotions in organizational behavior was taken into account, using Vroom's theory of expectations and McClelland's theory of needs as a theoretical basis. A quantitative approach with correlational and non-experimental cross-sectional design was applied to analyze the relationship between the identified variables. Development: The study allowed classifying motivational factors into three categories: achievement, power and affiliation, according to McClelland, and expectancy, instrumentality and valence, according to Vroom. It was established that motivation varies according to the organizational context and the individual characteristics of the workers. The perception of fairness and the relationship between effort and reward were determinants of employee satisfaction and productivity. Likewise, it was identified that the organizational structure and leadership influence the level of commitment and performance of the collaborators. Conclusions: The findings confirmed that motivation is key in the management of human talent, as it directly impacts productivity and the fulfillment of organizational objectives. It was concluded that companies should implement strategies based on motivational theories to optimize the management of their personnel. It is recommended to continue deepening the study of work motivation in different contexts to strengthen its application in business management. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 484 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024484 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:484:id:484 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Luis Tornel Avelar Author-Name: Leonardo Eleazar Cruz Alcalá Title: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Holistic Approach . Parte 1 Abstract: Introduction: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has been widely studied due to its impact on the academic, social and emotional life of those who suffer from it. It was recognized as a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity, mainly affecting childhood, although its symptoms persisted into adolescence and adulthood. Since its first descriptions in the 18th century, our understanding of it has evolved significantly, allowing for a more comprehensive approach to its diagnosis and treatment. Development: Historically, ADHD has been conceptualized in different ways, with the research of George F. Still and Barkley standing out in the identification of the disorder. Its diagnosis was based on clinical observation and standardized scales, which generated controversy due to the variability in the presentation of symptoms. Regarding its neurobiological basis, neuroscience studies identified alterations in the prefrontal cortex, the cerebellum and the corpus callosum, while genetic research showed a high heritability of the disorder. Its treatment combined psychological, educational and pharmacological approaches, with methylphenidate standing out as an effective option, although its use required medical supervision. Conclusions: ADHD represented a challenge in the clinical and educational fields due to its impact on human development. Neuroscience research allowed for a better understanding of its biological and genetic bases, while advances in diagnosis and treatment favored a comprehensive approach. Despite progress, there was a continued need for studies that optimize intervention strategies and promote greater awareness of its impact on patients' lives. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 483 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024483 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:483:id:483 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Luis Tornel Avelar Author-Name: Leonardo Eleazar Cruz Alcalá Title: Intellectual Quotient and Cognitive Indices in children with and without ADHD in the city of Tepatitlán de Morelos, Jalisco Abstract: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is between 5 and 8% of the child population. It was classified clinically by the presence of attention deficit, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Recent research will indicate the presence and the increase in time in school activities in the region of Los Altos de Jalisco, which points to the need to obtain a precise cognitive profile in this regard. With the previous objective, we describe the results of the Intelligence Scale for Children, Fourth Edition (WISC-IV), applied to children with ADHD and children without the disorder, including the range of 6-11 years of age, in a population total of 89 children, 44 with ADHD (49.4%) and 45 without ADHD (50.6%), of these, 62 (69.66%) correspond to the male sex and 27 (30.33%) are female, using statistical analyzes Levene for equality of variances, test for equality of means and Pearson's correlation coefficient (p). The results are not shown. The results are differentiated between the Work Memory Index (IMT), Perceptual Reasoning (IRP), Verbal Comprehension (ICV) and the Total Intellectual Coefficient (CIT). However, if it occurred (0.036 T <0.05). This result is significant to characterize the ADHD group with a cognitive level with a higher IVP score, unlike the group without ADHD. However, a significant index of the same index (IVP) was also identified in the correlation in the increase in age (closer to 11 years of the 6-11 range) in subjects with ADHD (0.006 p <0.01). , which is an important finding to identify a cognitive profile of the disorder in the region. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 482 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024482 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:482:id:482 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kely Damaris Uwijint Katan Author-Name: Tania Miladi Zambrano Loor Title: Traditional stories of the Shuar Culture for the animation of reading in children Abstract: Introduction: The traditional tales of the Shuar Culture are an important initiative in promoting reading, as they foster cultural values of the Amazonian indigenous people among students, helping develop their emotions, intellectual capacities, and expressive and creative abilities for learning in their personal and academic growth.This study aimed to propose the application of traditional Shuar Culture tales in reading promotion activities within Circuit 14D02 of the Huamboya canton, Ecuador Methods: It was based on a qualitative-quantitative approach and utilized exploratory and field research methods. Surveys were conducted with teachers, and interviews were held with prominent experts. Results: The results highlight the need to improve reading promotion activities for children, as incorporating Shuar Culture tales can enrich children's reading habits and enhance their cultural identity. Strategies such as reading tales aloud, using pictograms, theatrical representations, and interactive activities planned in advance by teachers can stimulate students, leveraging both natural and technological resources. Conclusions: It was concluded that teachers use traditional tales less frequently to develop skills such as sustained concentration, attention, and functional memory, which are essential for a more effective teaching and learning process. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 481 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025481 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:481:id:481 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Antonella Sarahí Tapia Pozo Author-Name: Carlina Edith Vélez Villavicencio Title: The performing arts on the development of creativity in children Abstract: Introduction: Performing arts are a form of artistic expression encompassing dance and theater, where creativity plays an integral role in exploring new ideas and developing communication skills. This study aimed to analyze the importance of performing arts in fostering creativity among early childhood education students in Puyo, Ecuador Methods: As a qualitative research endeavor, field data were collected through interviews with teachers and experts, and a field journal was employed to observe 98 preschool-aged children. Results: The results revealed that students have acquired fundamental elements of creativity through the performing arts, such as originality, fluency, flexibility, curiosity, as well as production, generation, imagination, and ideation. It was established that early childhood educators place significant value on the performing arts, recognizing them as a fundamental component of their training and aligning them with strategies implemented in educational contexts. Conclusions: The study concludes that creativity is an essential human trait that helps children develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, broadening their knowledge, enhancing artistic strengths, and improving their ability to navigate complex situations Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 480 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025480 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:480:id:480 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carolina De La Torre Ibarra Title: Effect of dietary characteristics on food consumption in humans Abstract: The Specific Sensory Satiety Theory (SSST) has attempted to explain the mechanism of modification of self-regulatory behaviour (Hetherington & Rolls, 1996), proposing that subjects tend to consume a greater quantity of food when it has diverse sensory properties (varied diet). In contrast, subjects consume a smaller amount of food if it has similar sensory properties (monotonous diet). With regard to the effects of presenting diets with monotonous and varied sensory characteristics on humans, there are numerous studies that affirm that the availability of diverse foods is one of the factors that contribute to their overconsumption and, therefore, self-regulatory behaviours are not observed (McCrory, Fuss, McCallum, Yao, Vinken, Hays & Roberts, 1999; Rolls, 1985; Rolls, 2007). The main objective of this work was to experimentally evaluate the effect of foods with monotonous and varied sensory characteristics on food consumption in humans. To this end, three experiments were carried out: 1) Experiment 1: aimed to assess the consumption behaviour of monotonous and varied diets, presented in different sequences with intervals of approximately 23 hours between each presentation. Sixteen naïve experimental university students of both sexes, aged between 18 and 27, took part. The main results of Experiment 1 showed that the groups exposed to a single type of food presented a stable consumption. On the other hand, in the groups exposed to monotonous and varied foods, it was observed that the variety influenced the increase in consumption by the participants; Experiment 2: aimed to evaluate the effect of exposing the participants to monotonous or varied diets presented in different sequences with intervals of approximately 23 hours between each presentation. Sixteen naïve experimental university students of both sexes, aged between 18 and 27, took part; the main results showed that the groups exposed to the varied diet selected and consumed a greater quantity of food in comparison with the groups exposed to the monotonous diet, regardless of whether the food was provided simultaneously or successively. On the other hand, it was observed that the group exposed to monotonous foods simultaneously selected and consumed more foods than the group exposed to foods successively, while the group exposed to varied foods successively selected and consumed a greater quantity of foods in comparison to the group exposed to varied foods simultaneously. and, 3) Experiment 3: Experiment 2 was replicated with the following objectives: a) To evaluate the effects of exposing participants to monotonous or varied diets, simultaneously or successively, on consumption behaviour; and b) To identify the differences and/or similarities between the effects on the resulting behavioural parameters and the effects on the behavioural parameters observed in Experiment 2. Sixteen naïve experimental university students of both sexes, aged between 18 and 27, took part; the main results showed that the groups exposed to varied foods selected and consumed a greater quantity of food compared to the groups exposed to monotonous foods, regardless of whether the foods were provided simultaneously or successively. On the other hand, it was observed that the group exposed to monotonous foods simultaneously selected and consumed more portions than the group exposed to foods successively, while the group exposed to varied foods successively selected and consumed a greater number of portions compared to the group exposed to varied foods simultaneously. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 479 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024479 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:479:id:479 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carolina De La Torre Ibarra Title: Specific Sensory Satiety and its impact on food Abstract: The study of eating behaviour has been approached from various disciplines, including physiology and psychology. Multiple theories have been developed to explain the mechanisms that regulate hunger, appetite and satiety. Among them, the Specific Sensory Satiety Theory (SSST) proposed that the sensory variety in food influences the amount consumed. It was observed that a varied diet led to higher consumption, while a monotonous diet reduced it. Experimental studies on SSST showed that repeated exposure to the same food led to a decrease in preference and intake. On the other hand, the availability of foods with different sensory characteristics led to prolonged consumption. It was determined that satiety depended not only on caloric content, but also on the sensory properties of the food. In addition, the analysis looked at how the presentation of food, whether simultaneous or successive, affected intake. The findings highlighted the influence of food variety on consumption behaviour, which has implications for obesity and dietary regulation. It was suggested that controlling exposure to sensory stimuli could improve self-regulation of intake. Finally, it was recommended that further research be carried out to evaluate the long-term effects of the SSST and its impact on health. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 478 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024478 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:478:id:478 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Juan Carlos Plascencia-De la Torre Author-Name: Kalina Isela Martínez-Martínez Author-Name: Fredi Everardo Correa-Romero Author-Name: Ricardo Sánchez-Medina Author-Name: Oscar Ulises Reynoso-González Title: Barriers and opportunities in the fight against HIV in Latin America Abstract: HIV continues to represent a public health challenge in Latin America, where social, structural and psychological factors have hindered its prevention and treatment. Despite advances in the distribution of condoms and antiretroviral treatments, unequal access to health services and the persistence of social stigma have limited the effectiveness of these strategies. In 2024, men who have sex with men (MSM) continue to be one of the most affected populations, accounting for 44% of new HIV cases in Latin American countries. Studies have shown that inconsistent condom use in this population is influenced by multiple factors. HIV risk perception remains low, largely due to misinformation and reliance on treatments such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), access to which remains limited in many regions. Lack of sexual assertiveness has also been an obstacle, as sociocultural norms prevent MSM from being able to negotiate condom use with their partners. In addition, sensation seeking and substance use have been identified as determinants of risky sexual decision making. To reduce HIV incidence in Latin America, it is essential to implement public policies that consider these factors. A comprehensive approach that includes comprehensive sexuality education, universal access to PrEP and awareness campaigns targeting key populations is required. Only through an inclusive and evidence-based strategy will it be possible to mitigate the impact of HIV in the region Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 477 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024477 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:477:id:477 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Juan Carlos Plascencia-De la Torre Author-Name: Kalina Isela Martínez-Martínez Author-Name: Fredi Everardo Correa-Romero Author-Name: Ricardo Sánchez-Medina Author-Name: Oscar Ulises Reynoso-González Title: Protective and risk factors for condom use as an hiv preventive measure in men who have sex with men: development of a model Abstract: HIV continues to disproportionately affect key populations, such as MSM, who in Mexico have a 28 times higher risk of infection compared to other key populations and 44 times higher than the general population (CENSIDA, 2021). This vulnerability is due to the interaction of psychological, social and structural factors that interfere with preventive behaviors, such as condom use (Tobón & García, 2022). Objective: To evaluate the influence of protective psychological factors (HIV risk perception and sexual assertiveness) and risk factors (sexual sensation seeking and psychoactive substance use) on condom use as an HIV preventive measure in a sample of MSM in the state of Jalisco, Mexico. A quantitative study with a non-experimental-transversal design and predictive-exploratory scope was carried out with the participation of 247 MSM of legal age from Jalisco. A battery of instruments was used that included the HIV Risk Perception Scale, the Sexual Assertiveness Scale, the Sexual Sensation Seeking Scale, the Alcohol and Drug Consumption subscale of the Questionnaire of Situational Influences for Sexual Behavior in MSM, and two items to measure consistency in condom use. Data were collected digitally, respecting ethical standards, and descriptive, bivariate and multivariate analyses were performed. Consistent condom use was reported by 37.7% of participants. Moderate to high levels of HIV risk perception and sexual assertiveness, and low levels of sexual sensation seeking and substance use were observed. Condom use was positively correlated with risk perception and sexual assertiveness. The logistic regression model was significant (p < .001), showing that the higher the risk perception and assertiveness, the higher the probability of condom use, explaining between 21.6% and 29.5% of the variance. It is concluded that HIV risk perception and sexual assertiveness are key factors that positively influence consistent condom use in the MSM population. The predictive model demonstrates that as these factors increase, the likelihood of consistent condom use significantly increases, underscoring the importance of promoting educational strategies that strengthen HIV risk awareness and sexual assertiveness skills. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 476 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024476 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:476:id:476 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Juan Carlos Plascencia-De la Torre Author-Name: Kalina Isela Martínez-Martínez Author-Name: Fredi Everardo Correa-Romero Author-Name: Ricardo Sánchez-Medina Author-Name: Oscar Ulises Reynoso-González Title: Psychological and Social Factors Associated with Condom Use in MSM Abstract: Condom use has been recognized as one of the most effective strategies to prevent HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). However, its inconsistent use in key populations, such as Men who have Sex with Men (MSM), has posed a significant public health challenge. Several studies have indicated that psychological, social and behavioral factors influence the adoption of this protective measure. Development It has been identified that HIV risk perception played a crucial role in condom use. Many MSM underestimated their vulnerability, which led them to engage in unprotected sex, especially with casual partners. Also, lack of sexual assertiveness prevented some individuals from negotiating condom use with their partners. In addition, sexual sensation seeking influenced decision making, as certain MSM prioritized immediate arousal over STI prevention. Another determining factor was the use of psychoactive substances, such as alcohol and other recreational drugs, which affected judgment and decision-making in sexual contexts. Chemsex, a practice that combined drug use with sexual activity, was particularly associated with an increased risk of HIV transmission. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 475 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024475 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:475:id:475 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Juan Carlos Plascencia-De la Torre Author-Name: Kalina Isela Martínez-Martínez Author-Name: Fredi Everardo Correa-Romero Author-Name: Ricardo Sánchez-Medina Author-Name: Oscar Ulises Reynoso-González Title: HIV Prevention in Men Who Have Sex with Men: Challenges and StrategiesFactores Abstract: Introduction Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) has represented a serious public health problem worldwide. Despite advances in its prevention and treatment, it continues to affect millions of people, especially key populations, such as Men who have Sex with Men (MSM). In Mexico, MSM have presented a significantly higher risk of infection compared to other population groups. This phenomenon has been attributed to biological, psychological, social and structural factors that increase the vulnerability of this population. Development Condoms have been identified as an effective tool in HIV prevention, as they significantly reduce the risk of transmission. However, its use has faced several barriers, including behavioral aspects, lack of access to quality condoms and social norms that discourage its use. In addition, HIV has evolved since its discovery in the 1980s, presenting different stages of development, means of transmission and diagnostic strategies. Antiretroviral treatment has managed to improve the quality of life of people with HIV, although its effectiveness has been influenced by multiple factors. Several theoretical models have attempted to explain HIV risk behavior and prevention, allowing a comprehensive approach to address the problem in MSM. Conclusion HIV prevention in MSM has required the implementation of strategies that address biological, psychological and social factors. It is crucial to strengthen sex education, improve access to condoms and reduce discrimination affecting this population. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 474 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024474 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:474:id:474 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Richard Jorge Torrez Juaniquina Author-Name: Piter Henry Escobar Callejas Author-Name: Edgar Olivares Alvares Author-Name: Pablo José Guerrero Author-Name: Ramiro José Iglesias Pérez Title: Virtual higher education in Bolivia: Towards a comprehensive organizational, technological, and pedagogical model. Abstract: Introduction: Virtual education has taken on a central role in higher education, allowing to overcome geographical barriers and improve access to knowledge. In Bolivia, the transition to this modality faces challenges related to technological infrastructure, teacher training, and institutional regulation. Objective: The purpose of this research is to propose a comprehensive model for virtual higher education in Bolivia, ensuring an efficient implementation that optimizes teaching and learning processes. Method: The study employs a qualitative approach based on document analysis and systematic literature review. The PRISMA method is used to select relevant research in recognized databases such as Scopus, SciELO, and Web of Science. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were established to ensure the relevance of the analyzed studies. Results: The study findings indicate that virtual education promotes access and flexibility in learning, but its success depends on factors such as teacher training, technological infrastructure, and the quality of the organizational models adopted. Hybrid and fully online approaches were identified, highlighting the importance of interaction among teachers, students, and administrators. Technological tools such as LMS platforms, video conferencing, gamification, and multimedia resources were analyzed, enhancing the learning experience. Conclusion: Virtual education in Bolivia has the potential to transform higher education, but its consolidation requires clear policies, investment in technology, and continuous teacher training. A comprehensive model should include quality standards, innovative learning strategies, and effective regulation to ensure accessibility and equity in virtual education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 473 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024473 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2025:i::p:473:id:473 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Piter Henry Escobar Callejas Author-Name: Richard Jorge Torrez Juaniquina Author-Name: Edgar Olivares Alvares Author-Name: Pablo José Guerrero Author-Name: Alfredo Salinas Huanca Author-Name: Freddy Javier Sánchez Gonzales Title: Impact of the integration of Artificial Intelligence tools in the elaboration of Master's theses. Abstract: Introduction: The study presents the development and validation of a model of research skills based on artificial intelligence oriented to facilitate the elaboration of master's theses in the Postgraduate Program of the Public University of El Alto (UPEA). Method: The research was conducted under a qualitative-quantitative approach at an explanatory level using a quasi-experimental design. The effectiveness of the intervention was evaluated in two phases: one was quantitative, through the application of standardized questionnaires at pre- and post-intervention moments, and the second corresponded to the qualitative, through the Delphi method with a panel of experts. Results: The quantitative findings demonstrated significant improvements in key areas such as problem formulation, information search and organization, and structuring of the theoretical framework, while the qualitative analysis highlighted the effective integration of methods and the importance of the ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence. Conclusions: The combination of both techniques provided a comprehensive perspective of the research process, demonstrating that the incorporation of artificial intelligence tools not only optimizes efficiency and accuracy in thesis writing, but also strengthens students' critical and analytical skills that are necessary to meet the challenges of knowledge generation in the digital era. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 472 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024472 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2025:i::p:472:id:472 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jainer Cobas Garcia Author-Name: Lidia Esther Lorié Sierra Title: Science-technology-society approach to preventing teenage pregnancy as a social problem Abstract: Introduction: Pregnancy in adolescence is a physical risk factor, with a favorable impact from emotional, social, educational and economic factors. Objective: To argue the social value of the prevention of pregnancy in early adolescence by the Basic Health Team. Method: A review was carried out on pregnancy in adolescence, aimed at exploring risk factors that influence this phenomenon and the intervention of the Basic Health Team in its prevention. The search and analysis of the information took place over a period of 90 days (April 1, 2024 to June 31, 2024); the analysis variables were oriented to: pregnancy, adolescent, risk factors, use of contraceptives, early sexual relations, psychological factors, sexuality, sexual education, associated consequences, social impact. Results: lack of adequate sexual education and limited access to contraceptive methods are factors that influence adolescent pregnancy. Associated risks were detected, such as early sexual relations and consumption of harmful substances. Insufficient intervention by the Basic Health Team to solve these problems. Conclusions: Pregnancy in early adolescence is a social problem that requires greater intervention by the basic health team as an action from the school stage through the school, family and community; hence the importance of greater community involvement. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 471 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025471 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:471:id:471 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Tatiana González Estévez Author-Name: Aymara Laugart Wilson Author-Name: Daylin Elizabeth González García Author-Name: Carlos Alberto López Macías Author-Name: José Ramón Valdés Utrera Title: RESEARCH AND POSTGRADUATE TRAINING THROUGH THE GOOD LIVING PROGRAM FOR DIABETIC PATIENTS IN VENEZUELA Abstract: Introduction: Health programs have an impact on society and constitute a global health priority. The Buen Vivir Program for Diabetics in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela represents a strategy led by the People's Ministry of Health, focused on reducing the amputation rate due to diabetic foot ulcers. The training of its human capital is a fundamental pillar for providing excellent healthcare services in outpatient care units. Objective: To improve the research and postgraduate training of health professionals in healthcare units where consultations for diabetic foot ulcers are provided. Methods: An Action-Participatory Research study was conducted, using analysis-synthesis, systemic-structural, holistic-configurational, and statistical-mathematical methods. The ethical principles required for this type of research were taken into account, in addition to the use of non-parametric tests such as McNemar's, which made it possible to test the effectiveness of the study and the transformations arising from this process. Results: There was an increase in the number of scientific papers presented at national and international events, as well as professional development activities associated with the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers with risk of lower limb amputation. Conclusions: The strengthening of human resources in the training plan designed for the study allowed for the improvement of research and postgraduate training, in addition to providing content updates consistent with the fourth strategic line of the health personnel policy in the 2030 Agenda. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 470 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025470 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:470:id:470 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Luis Bello Author-Name: Lianne Aubert Title: Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom: Democratizing Knowledge and Transforming Education Abstract: The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into educational environments has transformative potential to improve both the accessibility and effectiveness of learning. AI-powered systems offer personalized instruction that adapts to each student's individual style, pace, and abilities, thus promoting equity and inclusion in education. These technologies not only optimize learning outcomes but also foster essential 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy. AI facilitates access to high-quality resources, especially in marginalized or remote communities, through intelligent tutors and virtual environments. However, its implementation must be guided by ethical considerations such as algorithmic bias, data privacy, and equitable access. Furthermore, educators must have adequate tools and training to effectively integrate AI into their pedagogical practices. Ultimately, AI's role in the classroom should be as a collaborator that enriches the learning experience, not replacing human instruction. By prioritizing transparency, ethical design, and inclusive implementation, AI can be a powerful force in democratizing education and preparing students for a future deeply shaped by technological innovation. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 469 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025469 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:469:id:469 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rosa Alvarado Author-Name: Sandra Alvarado Author-Name: Dennise Govea Author-Name: Domitila Jaime Title: Impact of digital education in rural areas of Ecuador: Challenges and opportunities. Abstract: The integration of digital technologies in rural areas of Ecuador has revealed problems related to a lack of technological literacy and infrastructure. This study, based on a systematic review of 20 documents obtained from databases such as Google Scholar and Redalyc, analyzes the main challenges and opportunities of digital education in these communities. Five key areas are identified: the digital divide, the need for teacher training, the development of digital skills, technological accessibility, and public policies. The results indicate that digital literacy is fundamental for social inclusion and economic development, highlighting the need to implement sustainable strategies that guarantee equitable access to ICTs. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 468 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025468 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:468:id:468 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rosa Almache Author-Name: Paulette Guzmán Author-Name: Rosa Regatto Author-Name: Sandra Alvarado Title: Education and Equity: Challenges of Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Rural Ecuador. Abstract: This article analyzes the main challenges faced by students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in the context of digital education in rural areas of Ecuador. Through a systematic literature review using the PRISMA approach, structural, pedagogical, and technological barriers are identified that limit equitable access to inclusive, quality education. Among the most relevant findings are poor teacher training, a lack of curricular adaptation, limited technological infrastructure, and limited internet access in rural communities. Furthermore, cases of bullying toward students with SEN and weak implementation of inclusive public policies are evident. The study highlights the need to strengthen teacher training in inclusive education, promote digital literacy, ensure connectivity, and adapt pedagogical strategies to individual needs. It concludes that true educational inclusion in rural settings requires the joint commitment of the State, educational institutions, and the community to close inequality gaps and guarantee the right to education for all. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 467 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025467 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:467:id:467 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eugenia Abril Fernandez Author-Name: Facundo Correa Title: Medical education in decline: What do 6th year medical students choose for their education in CABA/AMBA? Abstract: Introduction: In the current context of the Argentine health system, access to medical residencies was an issue of growing concern for medical students. Faced with job insecurity, excessive working hours and low salaries, this study analyzed the perceptions, motivations and professional alternatives considered by students in the last year of their degree, with the aim of understanding what factors influenced their decision to choose —or not— this training path. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out during the months of August and September 2024. One hundred and one sixth-year students from public and private universities in CABA, who resided in CABA or AMBA, participated. Data collection was carried out by means of an anonymous, self-administered and voluntary survey, distributed by digital means. Variables such as type of university, job preferences, perception of the system and future expectations were included. Results: 36.6% of those surveyed said they did not wish to undertake a medical residency. The main reasons given were low pay, poor quality of life and the demanding workload. More than 55% expressed an interest in working abroad or in private practice. The most desired specialties did not always coincide with those offering the most vacancies, reflecting a disconnect between aspirations and reality. Conclusions: The study revealed a generational change in the way medical training is perceived. Future doctors prioritized personal well-being, mental health and better economic conditions over the traditional path of residency. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 466 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025466 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:466:id:466 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mario Wilfrido Urgilés Pineda Author-Name: Penélope Hernández Lara Author-Name: María Alejandrina Nivela Cornejo Author-Name: Eddy Erik Mamani Condori Author-Name: David Contreras Choque Title: Neuroeducation in initial basic education: Strategies and benefits for early learning Abstract: Introduction: The teaching-learning process in children, an important part of their personal development, cannot be conceived without considering its complexity, making it a key issue in the field of neuroeducation. Objective: The purpose of this article was to describe the benefits of neuroeducation for stimulating early learning. Methods: A systematic review was conducted, examining 20 digital documents from 2017 to 2024, indexed in academic repositories: Dialnet, SciELO, and Redalyc. The methodology used was PRISMA with a qualitative approach. The inclusion criteria included articles published in the last decade with a maximum length of 6500 words. Doctoral theses, systematic review and those documents not available to be downloaded were excluded. Results: It is described that although neuroeducation can adapt to any age, strategies and teachings that seek to facilitate natural learning should be prioritized. However, this requires educators to have a greater understanding of children's brains and, above all, a commitment to their own professional development to gain competence in applying new proposals. Conclusions: In the educational role of teachers in basic education, the application of neuroeducational strategies is essential to enhance early learning. Educators need to understand the characteristics of child development and use innovative, easily accessible resources in the classroom. Professional development in neuroscience improves attention, concentration, and stimulates cognitive and socio-emotional skills, as well as intrinsic motivation in children. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 465 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024465 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2025:i::p:465:id:465 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jhossmar Cristians Auza-Santivañez Author-Name: Ariel Sosa Remón Author-Name: Freddy Ednildon Bautista-Vanegas Author-Name: Ingrid Neysa Cabezas-Soliz Author-Name: Ismael Vargas Gallego Author-Name: Blas Apaza-Huanca Author-Name: Jorge Márquez-Molina Author-Name: Daniel Ramiro Elías Vallejos-Rejas Title: Artificial Intelligence in the Intensive Care Unit: Present and Future Abstract: Introduction: Artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly transforming critical medicine and intensive care. Its ability to process large volumes of data and generate accurate predictions has improved medical decision-making, optimizing diagnosis, treatment, and reducing the workload of healthcare personnel. Methodology: A literature review was conducted between November 2024 and February 2025, consulting databases such as SciELO, LILACS, Scopus, PubMed-MedLine, Google Scholar, and ClinicalKeys. Original articles, case reports, and open-access systematic reviews from the last 5 years were selected, using descriptors in Health Sciences (DeCS) and Boolean operators for the search. Development: Current applications of AI in the ICU include: Monitoring and early detection of adverse events using sensors and machine learning algorithms; diagnosis and prognosis through deep neural networks for medical image interpretation; treatment optimization, including adjustments in mechanical ventilation and pharmacogenomics; efficient management of hospital resources. The future of AI in critical care is oriented towards more explanatory and transparent systems, personalized precision medicine, integration with emerging technologies and automation of clinical processes. Conclusions: Artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining care in intensive care units, improving diagnostic accuracy, optimizing treatments, improving clinical decision-making and thus allowing more efficient hospital management. However, as advanced as it is, it will never replace the empathy and clinical judgment of healthcare professionals. By integrating AI responsibly, we not only save more lives, but we also humanize critical patient care, always remembering that, at the heart of intensive medicine, there is compassion and commitment to each patient. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 464 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025464 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:464:id:464 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eugenia Abril Fernandez Author-Name: Facundo Correa Title: Crisis and transformation of the medical residency system in Argentina Abstract: Introduction: For decades, the medical residency system in Argentina was the main and most highly valued route for training specialists. Regulated by the Ministry of Health, these programs offered a comprehensive model of theoretical and practical training in hospital settings. However, since 2021 there has been a sustained drop in the number of applicants, which shows a change in students' perception of this traditional format. Development: The admissions process included a national exam, academic records and interviews. The training combined clinical rotations, professional supervision, constant evaluation and long on-call hours. Despite this, future doctors began to question the usefulness of the system in the face of current working conditions. Data collected between 2014 and 2024 showed a downward trend in enrolments from 2021 onwards, with a slight upturn in 2024. At the same time, the participation of foreign graduates remained high, especially from Latin American countries, who occupied more than 30% of the places offered. Conclusions: It was concluded that medical residency, although still in force, lost its appeal for many 6th year students. Precariousness, low pay and the search for a better quality of life explained this phenomenon. Alternatives such as private practice, working abroad or training outside the system began to gain ground. Faced with this transformation, it became urgent to modernize the system and adapt it to new professional and human demands. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 463 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025463 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:463:id:463 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Komal Parashar Author-Name: Ashutosh Niranjan Author-Name: Naresh Kaushik Author-Name: Suvendu Narayan Mishra Author-Name: Lokesh Ravilla Author-Name: Madhur Grover Title: The Role of Melatonin in Insomnia and Neurodegenerative Conditions: A Critical Study Abstract: The subsequent leading cause of mortality, neurodegenerative diseases (ND), gradually reduces the capacity of the central or peripheral nervous system to function properly and think coherently. In contemporary culture, the primary goal of public health is ND prevention. Numerous physiological functions in the brain are regulated by the hormone Melatonin (MLT), It was generated in the Pineal Gland (PG). Circadian rhythms (CR), biomolecular oxidation, eliminating free radicals, and preventing neuroinflammation are some of these mechanisms. MLT has been proven to have a multitude of neuroprotective effects through altering signaling pathways and pathophysiological processes. Neurological disorders may cause lower MLT levels. MLT regulates itself, interacts with molecules, and affects biological processes in ND. We also discuss the therapeutic use of MLT in the management of neurodegenerative illnesses. This knowledge might lead to the development of cutting-edge therapeutic approaches for the treatment of different ND and further our understanding of how MLT controls the brain's Circadian Rhythm (CR). Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 461 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025461 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:461:id:461 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Leonardo Javier Caraballo Author-Name: Rolando Eslava-Zapata Author-Name: Michelle Calderón-Ortega Title: Evaluation of the Production Function of Health in the Countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, Latin America and Colombia Abstract: Introduction: This article analyzes how variables such as Gross Domestic Product per capita, health spending, infant and neonatal mortality rates, and other economic indicators influence life expectancy and other health outcomes. Using econometric models, we identify the key determinants of health and evaluate the impact of various health policies implemented between 2000 and 2020. Methods: multiple linear regression models are used to analyze the relationship between economic variables and health outcomes in countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development and Latin America. Data were collected from reliable sources such as the World Bank and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, covering 2000-2020. Results: The results support that investment in health, economic development, and public health policies are key determinants of population health. The health production function provides a sound theoretical framework for understanding how health inputs translate into health outcomes and how health policies and programs can influence improving a population's well-being. Conclusions: The study highlights the relevance of investments in health and economic growth for improving health outcomes in the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development and Latin American countries. Public policies should ensure adequate financing of the health sector. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 460 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025460 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:460:id:460 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Liu Jieyu Author-Name: Tang Kok Hong Title: External treatment methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine for Insomnia in Patients with hypertension: Network Meta-analysis Abstract: Insomnia is a mutual comorbidity in hypertensive patients, complicating the management of both conditions. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) offers various external treatments, including acupuncture, acupressure, and cupping, which have demonstrated the potential to improve sleep quality and regulate blood pressure. The goal of the network meta-analysis is to compare the efficacy of various external TCM interventions in treating insomnia in patients with hypertension. Comprehensive research for RCTs published between January 2019 and December 2025 is shown in a number of databases, such as PubMed, the Cochrane Library, Web of Science (WoS), and others. The analysis focused on trials evaluating the impact of external TCM treatments on insomnia and blood pressure in hypertensive patients. Utilizing a network meta-analysis methodology, the relative efficacy of acupressure, acupuncture, and cupping in alleviating insomnia symptoms and reducing blood pressure is compared. The Cochrane Risk of Bias tool is used to evaluate the quality of analyses. The analysis included 35 RCTs with a total of 3,200 patients. According to the data, acupuncture is the greatest treatment for treating sleepiness and decreasing both systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels. Acupressure and cupping were also effective but to a lesser extent than acupuncture. The meta-analysis suggests that external TCM treatments, especially acupuncture, provide significant benefits for managing insomnia and improving blood pressure in hypertensive patients. However, further research is necessary to refine treatment protocols and optimize outcomes. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 459 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025459 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:459:id:459 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yeison David Gallo-Barrera Author-Name: Ediltrudis Ramos De La Cruz Title: Dimensionality and internal consistency of the Roberts’ scale for suicidal ideation among Colombian pregnant women Abstract: Introduction: Suicidal ideation is an understudied issue during the gestational period, requiring valid and reliable instruments for timely measurement and to provide support in perinatal mental health. However, there are limited scales available to assess suicidal ideation in pregnant women in Colombia. Objective: To explore the dimensionality and internal consistency of the Roberts’ scale for suicidal ideation in pregnant women from Santa Marta, Colombia. Methods: 172 pregnant women between 18 and 44 years of age (M=24.7; SD=5.49) completed the Roberts suicidal ideation scale. An exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) were carried out to determine dimensionality and Cronbach's alpha and McDonald's omega coefficients were calculated to establish internal consistency. Results: In the CFA the Roberts’ scale indicated a unidimensional internal structure explaining 50.5% of the variance and with adequate goodness-of-fit indicators (X2=5.85, gl=2, p<0.054; RMSEA=0.104 (CI90%=0.000-0.210); SRMR=0.025; CFI=0.981; TLI=0.944). Cronbach's alpha coefficient was 0.781 and McDonald's omega coefficient was 0.801, showing acceptable internal consistency. Conclusions: Roberts’ scale is a brief, reliable measure with strong validity evidence for assessing suicidal ideation in pregnant women. Further instrumental studies with a larger sample size are recommended to corroborate the psychometric performance of the instrument in the Colombian population. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 458 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025458 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:458:id:458 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: LU SIJIE Author-Name: Sreemoy Kanti Das Title: Research Progress of Artificial Intelligence Deep Learning Technology in the Field of Network Pharmacology Abstract: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a complex autoimmune disease, results in chronic inflammation and progressive joint degradation. While resveratrol has shown considerable therapeutic potential due to its anti-inflammatory properties, the precise molecular mechanisms underlying its effects in RA remain unknown. To improve the identification and validation of resveratrol's therapeutic targets in RA, a deep learning (DL)-enhanced approach is proposed, building on current research that combines bioinformatics, network pharmacology (NP), and artificial intelligence (AI). The method integrates RA patients' transcriptome data with PharmMapper-based medication target identification and DL powered protein structure modeling using AlphaFold. To increase prediction accuracy, a Deep Neural Network (DNN) model is used, trained on known drug-target interactions and gene expression data. This enables more precise identification of potential therapeutic genes (PT-genes), such as PIK3CA, AKT1, MAPK1, JUN, PTGS2, CXCL8, and CCL2, which are associated with RA-related pathways such as chemokine signaling, PI3K-Akt, and MAPK. These targets are verified through the analysis of protein interactions, the use of AutoDock Vina to run simulations to determine how well they fit with particular molecules, the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) and Gene Ontology (GO) analysis to investigate gene functions, and the use of Cytoscape's Molecular Complex Detection (MCODE) tool to identify significant genes that express themselves differently. When compared to existing techniques, the suggested model has higher sensitivity and specificity in predicting important therapeutic genes. The framework finds new hub targets with high resveratrol binding affinity, implicating them in RA pathways. This hybrid computational process improves the accuracy and scalability of therapeutic mechanism discovery and helps the development of tailored RA therapies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 457 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025457 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:457:id:457 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Shihui Hua Author-Name: Azlin Norhaini Mansor Author-Name: Khairul Azhar Bin Jamaludin Title: Teachers’ Self-Efficacy belifs in China: A Literature Review (2015-2025) Abstract: This study reviews literature on teachers’ self-efficacy beliefs in China from 2015 to 2025, aiming to identify key trends, influencing factors, and research gaps. Rooted in Bandura’s social cognitive theory, it examines how instructional leadership, professional development, classroom management, and student outcomes shape teachers’ self-efficacy. Using a systematic literature review, relevant studies were analyzed based on theoretical foundations, methodologies, and findings. Results indicate that educational reforms, regional disparities, and professional expectations significantly impact self-efficacy, with instructional leadership and training playing positive roles, while rural areas face persistent challenges. The discussion highlights policy and practical implications, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions and further research on digital education and cultural influences. This review contributes to understanding self-efficacy in China’s educational context and provides insights for policymakers, educators, and researchers. Its originality lies in synthesizing recent studies to offer a comprehensive perspective on evolving trends and challenges in teacher self-efficacy. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 456 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025456 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:456:id:456 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rosa María Montano-Silva Author-Name: Leonardo Cruz Cabrera Author-Name: Juan Bencosme Arias Author-Name: Yoneisy Abraham-Millán Author-Name: Douglas Crispin-Castellanos Title: Current trends in educational sciences: contemporary implications and social relevance Abstract: The Science of Education has its origins in the 19th century and has transformed and evolved in response to cultural, social, technological and economic changes throughout history. In an increasingly globalised world, understanding current trends in this field is vital for training professionals who are not only competent in their area, but also capable of adapting to a constantly changing landscape. Qualitative research was conducted to analyse current trends in Education Sciences, their contemporary implications and social relevance. Empirical (documentary analysis) and theoretical (analytical-synthetic, inductive-deductive, historical-logical analysis, systems approach) methods were used to carry out the research. Twenty-six bibliographies were used. Current trends in Education Sciences reflect a need for adaptation and evolution in a changing world. From competency-based learning and projects to inclusive education, educational technology and socio-emotional health, each trend offers opportunities and challenges that must be addressed to ensure quality education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 455 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025455 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:455:id:455 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Wahyuni Wahyuni Author-Name: Andi Ummu Salmah Author-Name: Andi Zulkifli Abdullah Author-Name: Farida Patittingi Author-Name: Balqis Balqis Author-Name: Rahayu Indriasari Author-Name: Anwar Mallongi Title: A Bibliometric Overview of Global Studies on Sexual Violence Against Children Abstract: Sexual violence against children is any form of sexual behavior or action carried out by an adult or an older child toward a child, whether through coercion, manipulation, or threats. Worldwide studies on child sexual violence have revealed a steadily increasing trend in terms of complexity, prevalence, and worldwide attention. This study aims to trace global trends in the problem of sexual violence against children. Global research patterns on child sexual violence, especially among children in elementary school, are mapped via the bibliometric analysis approach. Bibliographic information was gathered from Scopus database. Journal articles, literature reviews, and conference proceedings were among the publications examined. Software such as VOSviewer, Bibliometrix, and CiteSpace were then used to analyze the data to assess temporal patterns, author-institution links, and the discovery of recurrent research themes. A total of 9,038 documents were selected from an initial dataset of 12,463 and analyzed using VOSviewer and Publish or Perish (PoP). While there have been fluctuations in recent years, the overall number of publications increased by 18.94% between 2020 and 2024. Network analysis of research topics identified six distinct clusters, each encompassing interconnected themes. The most frequently addressed topics include sexual violence, violence against women, child sexual abuse, trauma from domestic violence, and pedophilia. The United States and the United Kingdom remain the top contributors, while countries such as Indonesia, Pakistan, and Bangladesh also play significant roles. Topics with potential for further research include major depressive disorder, asylum seekers, and drug use. These findings provide valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers, offering opportunities to contribute to the prevention of child sexual violence and the creation of a safe and supportive environment for children. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 454 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025454 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:454:id:454 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Maifit Hendriani Author-Name: I Made Arnawa Author-Name: Melva Zainil Title: Global Research Trends in Mathematical Problem-Solving Skills: A Bibliometric Review of 2020–2024 Publications Abstract: Introduction: Mathematical problem-solving skills are a core competency in 21st-century education, linked to critical, creative, and reflective thinking. This study mapped the global development and research direction of this topic using bibliometric analysis. Methods: The research followed four systematic stages: retrieving Scopus articles with the keywords “problem-solving skills” and “mathematics,” filtering relevant documents, validating metadata, and conducting visual analysis via VOSviewer. A total of 295 documents were analyzed. Results: Publications surged in 2020 (42 documents), 2021 (36), and 2023 (35), reflecting shifts during and post-COVID-19. Journal articles (49.2%) and conference papers (47.8%) dominated, with minimal contributions from reviews (1.0%) and books (0.3%). Key sources included the Journal of Physics: Conference Series and AIP Conference Proceedings. Subject areas were primarily social sciences (31.4%), physics/astronomy (24.4%), and mathematics (9.0%). Keyword analysis revealed five thematic clusters, while Indonesia led in publications (146 documents), followed by the U.S. and Malaysia. Conclusions: The study confirmed mathematical problem-solving as a rapidly growing interdisciplinary field, progressing toward theoretical consolidation and cross-sector collaboration. Future research could address gaps in review articles and diversify geographic contributions. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 453 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025453 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:453:id:453 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Liubov Bilyk Author-Name: Erdos Murzagaliev Author-Name: Olena Skibina Author-Name: Olga Hryn Author-Name: Tamara Kravchenko Title: Improving the practical competence of students through educational and market cooperation Abstract: Introduction: The relevance of cooperation between educational institutions and employers in developing students' practical competence has gained prominence, supported by theories such as the dual education model and competence-based approaches. However, a significant gap remains concerning the practical relevance of education provided to students. Methods: This study adopted a qualitative methodology, employing the PRISMA approach for systematic literature review. Literature selection adhered to five strict inclusion criteria, limiting the review to English-language publications dated between 2019 and 2024. Ultimately, 36 sources were identified and analyzed. Results:The analysis revealed a persistent problem of insufficient practical training relevance within modern education systems. Commonly utilized practices included implementing dual education models and engaging employers in curriculum development and teaching roles. Conversely, the establishment and functioning of career centers were less frequently highlighted in existing literature, despite evidence demonstrating their significant role in developing specific practical skills. Conclusions:The findings underscored the critical importance of collaboration between educational institutions and employers for enhancing students' practical competence. Dual education and employer involvement emerged as prevalent practices, yet career centers require greater attention due to their potential for skill development. The study was limited by its exclusive focus on English-language sources and the stringent criteria inherent to the PRISMA methodology. Nevertheless, the research contributes valuable insights by systematically addressing the diverse mechanisms through which educational-employer cooperation positively impacts student competence development. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 452 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025452 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:452:id:452 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Luis Enrique Jiménez-Franco Title: Trends in paediatric tumours from the perspective of scientific production Abstract: Introduction: Neoplastic lesions in pediatric ages have a low presentation compared to adults. The development of studies in this area of knowledge is key to trying to mitigate the negative effects of these pathologies in patients under 18 years of age Objective: to characterize the scientific production regarding tumor conditions or neoplasms in pediatric ages Method: An observational, descriptive research was carried out with a bibliometric approach. The universe was made up of 13,317 research papers. Variables analyzed: year of publication, thematic area of research, keywords, type of document, journal where they were published, country and affiliation. Descriptive statistics were applied. Results: I highlight the year 2021 with 854 articles, equivalent to 6.41%. Scientific articles stood out with 9,047 studies, equivalent to 68%. The United States was presented as the one with the greatest development with 5,897 investigations for 44.28% of the total. Articles related to thematic areas of Medicine stood out compared to the rest with 13,209 studies (99.19%). The representation of terms or keywords and the correlation between them according to the research yielded a presentation in five main clusters Conclusions: Scientific production on tumours in paediatric age groups has shown upward trends. Its main epicenters are located in regions considered to be high producers. In turn, the main scientific contribution focuses on updating diagnostic and therapeutic means based on original research. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 451 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025451 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:451:id:451 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lilian Gabriela Valencia Turcotte Author-Name: José Antonio Jerónimo Montes Title: Transforming the classroom into Higher Education: The Synergy between Design Thinking, the TPACK Model, and Open Educational Resources Abstract: This study proposed the transformation of higher education teaching through the synergy of Open Educational Resources (OER), the TPACK model, and the Design Thinking methodology. It focused on the learning of stereochemistry and isomerism of biomolecules within the Biology degree program at the Facultad de Ciencias, UNAM, under a new curriculum based on Kolb’s experiential learning model. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for flexible, ICT-supported methodologies became evident. In this context, OER served as key tools to democratize knowledge and promote autonomous and collaborative learning. The TPACK model enabled the integration of content, pedagogy, and technology, while Design Thinking provided a student-centered structure for solving complex problems through empathy, creativity, and experimentation. The methodological strategy was structured around six instructional actions; each linked to expected outcomes. Students followed an experiential learning process divided into four stages, in which specific actions, resources, and prototyping activities were defined. The approach included the manipulation of three-dimensional molecular models to encourage interdisciplinary, hands-on learning under the Design Thinking framework. This strategy enhanced students' conceptual understanding and ability to apply knowledge in real-life contexts through active experimentation. The proposal emphasized the need for continuous teacher training and institutional support to ensure the successful adoption of these innovative practices in higher education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 450 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025450 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:450:id:450 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yulius Sarungu Paiting Author-Name: Anwar Daud Author-Name: A. Arsunan Arsin Author-Name: Hasanuddin Ishak Author-Name: Gurendro Putro Author-Name: Suriah Author-Name: Fathu Rahman Author-Name: Erniwati Ibrahim Author-Name: Anwar Mallongi Title: Evaluation of Environmental Health Literacy in High School Students Regarding Environmental Management Aspects for Malaria Vector Control Instrument Development and Validation Abstract: Introduction: This study aims to develop and validate an instrument to evaluate EHL related to environmental management practices for malaria vector control among high school students. Methods: This study used a cross-sectional design with samples of high school students selected through Multistage Random Sampling in five schools. The sample size was determined based on the ratio of ten respondents per item. A total of 387 questionnaires were returned with a response rate of 77.4%. After eliminating 36 multivariate outliers, 351 questionnaires were further analyzed. Results: The initial instrument consisted of 39 items evaluated by seven expert panelists (I-CVI: 0.86–1.00; S-CVI/AVE: 0.92). Five items with I-CVI < 0.78 were removed, and three items were revised based on face validity. EFA with varimax rotation identified five factors explaining 53.57% of the total variance. The CFA results showed a good fit model (CMIN/df: 1.824; RMSEA: 0.049; RMR: 0.03; TLI: 0.931; CFI: 0.937). The final instrument included 28 items in four main domains: knowledge (factual and conceptual), information skills, attitudes, and environmental management practices. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 449 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025449 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:449:id:449 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Teresa Chara-DeLosRios Author-Name: Patricia Bejarano-Álvarez Author-Name: Heber Poma-Cornejo Author-Name: Maria Quispe-Munares Author-Name: Katherinne Reyes-Contreras Title: Critical Thinking in the Information Age: A Systematic Review on the Role of MIL and Information Overload Abstract: Introduction: in a context marked by information overload, critical thinking and media and information literacy (MIL) have become essential for effectively understanding and evaluating information. Objective: to analyze and synthesize the most recent scientific literature on critical thinking, media and information literacy (MIL), and information overload. The aim is to identify the relationships among these concepts, their educational and social implications, and the strategies that contribute to strengthening critical competencies in information-saturated contexts. Methods: a systematic review of scientific literature published between 2019 and 2024 was conducted. Empirical, theoretical, and review studies addressing the relationship between critical thinking, MIL, and information overload were selected. A qualitative analysis was applied to group themes, identify patterns, and detect trends and gaps in current research. Results: media and information literacy is a key skill to mitigate the negative effects of overload and to enhance critical thinking. Educational interventions that integrate MIL have proven effective in improving the ability to critically assess information. Moreover, information overload can be addressed through innovative and contextualized pedagogical strategies. Conclusions: it is concluded that MIL is fundamental for the development of critical thinking in a context dominated by information overload. Education must respond with innovative methodologies and tools that incorporate both digital and traditional literacies, considering the social and technological factors that influence access to and processing of information. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 448 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025448 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:448:id:448 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Tetiana Lysenko Author-Name: Svitlana Shestakova Author-Name: Olga Yakovlieva Author-Name: Nataliia Savastru Author-Name: Oksana Mykhailova Title: Ethical Aspects of Using Artificial Intelligence for Monitoring Academic Integrity in Higher Education Institutions of Ukraine Abstract: Introduction: The contemporary educational system, which is based on implementing innovative solutions, requires new methods of academic integrity control. One is artificial intelligence, which is still a new method and has not been sufficiently studied in scientific research. Objective: to identify the main ethical issues of introducing artificial intelligence to control academic integrity in Ukrainian higher education institutions and to analyze the perception of students and teachers towards these technological solutions. Methods: The type of this study is a cross-sectional survey involving two groups of participants: teachers (n=20) and students (n=100). The main tool was a questionnaire consisting of different types of questions (open, closed, Likert scale). Results: The students rated the possibility of using AI to monitor academic integrity at 3.52 points, while teachers rated it at 2.95. A t-test to compare the results showed that there is a statistically significant difference between the average scores of the two groups. The average confidence score in using AI to control academic integrity among students is 3.43, and among teachers - 3.15. Conclusions: The conclusions indicate that a number of ethical risks accompany the introduction of such technologies. In particular, challenges such as the confidentiality of student data, violation of their private rights, and the possibility of misuse of the collected information are identified. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 447 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025447 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:447:id:447 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Oktaria Safitri Author-Name: Shanti Riskiyani Author-Name: Stang Author-Name: Abdul Salam Author-Name: Mardiana Ahmad Author-Name: Hasnawati Amqam Author-Name: Anto Author-Name: Anwar Mallongi Title: Stunting Prevention: Bibliometric Analysis Abstract: Objective: This study analyzes trends in stunting prevention research through a bibliometric approach to identify developments, international collaborations, and the most effective interventions. Methods: Analysis was conducted on 959 articles from the Scopus database (1972–2025) using VOSviewer and Microsoft Excel. The keywords "Stunting" AND "Prevention" were used for data extraction, with the inclusion criteria being English-language articles from 2013–2023. Results: The number of studies increased significantly, peaking in 2024 (176 articles). Collaboration: Indonesia contributed 16 articles (20.5%), but only 18.8% involved international collaboration, compared to the US (62.5%). Effective Interventions: A combination of nutritional supplementation, improved sanitation, and behavioral education. Determinants: Maternal education, family income, and access to clean water play a crucial role. Conclusion: Stunting prevention requires a multisectoral approach that is adaptive to local contexts, with global research collaboration to strengthen policy implementation. Integration of nutrition-specific and sensitive interventions (sanitation, education) has proven to be most effective, especially in the First 1000 Days of Life. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 446 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025446 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:446:id:446 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Teresa Chara-DeLosRios Author-Name: Patricia Bejarano-Álvarez Author-Name: Heber Poma-Cornejo Author-Name: Maria Quispe-Munares Author-Name: Katherinne Reyes-Contreras Title: Critical Thinking in the Information Age: A Systematic Review on the Role of MIL and Information Overload Abstract: Introduction: in a context marked by information overload, critical thinking and media and information literacy (MIL) have become essential for effectively understanding and evaluating information. Objective: to analyze and synthesize the most recent scientific literature on critical thinking, media and information literacy (MIL), and information overload. The aim is to identify the relationships among these concepts, their educational and social implications, and the strategies that contribute to strengthening critical competencies in information-saturated contexts. Method: a systematic review of scientific literature published between 2019 and 2024 was conducted. Empirical, theoretical, and review studies addressing the relationship between critical thinking, MIL, and information overload were selected. A qualitative analysis was applied to group themes, identify patterns, and detect trends and gaps in current research. Results: media and information literacy is a key skill to mitigate the negative effects of overload and to enhance critical thinking. Educational interventions that integrate MIL have proven effective in improving the ability to critically assess information. Moreover, information overload can be addressed through innovative and contextualized pedagogical strategies. Conclusions: it is concluded that MIL is fundamental for the development of critical thinking in a context dominated by information overload. Education must respond with innovative methodologies and tools that incorporate both digital and traditional literacies, considering the social and technological factors that influence access to and processing of information. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 445 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025445 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:445:id:445 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Iryna Dmytriieva Author-Name: Tamila Dovhaliuk Author-Name: Anna Sobchuk Author-Name: Olena Shevchenko Author-Name: Olena Biliuk Title: Innovative Approaches to the Implementation of Inclusive Education in Higher Education Institutions of Ukraine Abstract: Introduction: in the contemporary scientific discourse, inclusion is recognized as a key component of quality education. This study aims to analyze modern scientific works on innovative approaches to implementing inclusive education in higher education institutions of Ukraine. It also seeks to identify key trends, current challenges, and prospects in this area. Methods: based on the PRISMA approach, the study analyzed 52 items of scientific sources published between 2015 and 2025 that were thematically related to inclusive education and innovation. Thematic analysis was used to process the papers. Results: the academic community is actively developing innovative views on implementing inclusive education in higher education institutions: the principles of universal design of learning, intercultural cooperation, STEAM-based education, digital inclusion and various innovative strategies. It is established that innovative approaches include universal learning design, integration of technological tools, formation of centres for inclusive education, training of teaching staff for inclusive teaching, personalization of educational trajectories, support for the inclusive infrastructure of higher education institutions, and the use of big data analytics. It is shown that notable challenges persist, such as insufficient teacher training, imperfect institutional and legal support, gaps in the material and technical base, and challenges of digitalization. Conclusions: therefore, the innovative areas identified in the Ukrainian context show promise but require further development and systematization. It has been established that inclusive education in Ukrainian higher education institutions is an active development area that demands systematic approaches to overcome existing challenges. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 444 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025444 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:444:id:444 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Liudmyla Moskalenko Author-Name: Iryna Sereda Author-Name: Nataliia Lukianchuk Author-Name: Marharyta Panchenko Author-Name: Victoriіa Zlahodukh Title: The impact of psychological support on professional development in educational institutions in Ukraine Abstract: Purpose. Current trends in educational evolution increasingly incorporate the role of psychological services aimed at providing support to all participants in the educational process. Given the prolonged Russian-Ukrainian war, an essential question arises regarding the impact of psychological assistance on professional development within Ukraine's academic institutions. Accordingly, this study aims to assess the effect of professional psychological support on professional growth within contemporary Ukrainian educational institutions. Method. An experimental study was conducted using control and experimental groups (n=60). A random sampling model with stratified elements was employed using questionnaires and standardised scales to measure stress resistance and anxiety. Questionnaires were administered exclusively among the experimental group to confirm the effectiveness of psychological support. Results. The findings indicate that, within the context of professional development, psychological techniques targeted stress resistance enhancement, emotional competence building, motivation management, and the formation of communication skills and self-reflection. The methods demonstrated a positive impact on professional motivation. Participants in the experimental group particularly valued coaching techniques, mentorship, relaxation practices, and the introduction of art or music therapy. A significant correlation was observed between participation in psychological training sessions and reduced levels of anxiety and stress. Conclusions. Conclusions indicate that 70% of the surveyed participants found psychological support compelling. Thus, adequate psychological support is vital in sustaining a proper educational environment and realizing the pedagogical process. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 443 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025443 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:443:id:443 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Christine Mae T. Pulot Author-Name: Vanjoreeh A. Madale Author-Name: Shylza C. Tipalan Author-Name: Mylah V. Tabelin Author-Name: Monera A. Salic-Hairulla Title: Angiogenic Effects of Selected Food Seasonings on Fertilized Duck Embryo via the CAM Assay Abstract: Introduction: Angiogenesis is a vital physiological process involved in growth, development, and wound healing, but it may be adversely influenced by environmental and dietary factors. Despite the widespread consumption of food seasonings, the potential effects of their bioactive components—such as monosodium glutamate (MSG)—on angiogenesis remain understudied. To address this gap, this study aimed to investigate the angiogenic effects of selected commercially available food seasonings using the chorioallantoic membrane (CAM) assay in fertilized duck embryos. Methods: Twenty fertilized duck eggs were randomly assigned to four groups: control, Product X, Product Y, and Product Z. A 10% aqueous extract of each seasoning was applied to the CAM of eggs in the respective treatment groups. Blood vessel formation and embryo viability were assessed after incubation. Results: A significant reduction in blood vessel development was observed in all treatment groups compared to the control (p = 0.00184). Product Z exhibited the strongest antiangiogenic effect (96.15% inhibition), followed by Product Y (81.65%) and Product X (65.14%). Correspondingly, embryo mortality rates increased in treatment groups, correlating with the degree of angiogenesis inhibition. Conclusions: The findings suggested that certain food seasonings, particularly those containing monosodium glutamate (MSG) and other additives may impair embryonic vascular development and pose potential embryotoxic risks. The CAM assay proved to be a reliable and ethical in vivo model for evaluating the biological impact of dietary compounds. Further studies are recommended to explore dose-dependent responses and histomorphological changes associated with these seasonings. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 442 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025442 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:442:id:442 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Celita Mairely Celada Cifuentes Author-Name: Anadely Gámez Pérez Author-Name: Gicela Díaz Pita Title: Contribution and transcendency of the Master of Bioética for the educational improvement of the oncólogo paliativista Abstract: Experts in Bioética like the Dr. Acosta and all their educational team, developed a program of Master in the University of Havana that he/she offered to the egresado an integral philosophical focus. With the objective of meditating on the existent relationship between Master of Bioética and the oncólogo paliativista, describing the contribution of the principles bioéticos for the indicators of development of the palliative cares, he/she is carried out this article, where the educational value of the four graduates of the curricular program was evidenced. All the contributions were used for the educational development of the oncólogo paliativista and it coincided with the vision of process of the continuous palliative cares. The transcendency became evident with the I Scientific Day of National Celebration for the World Day of the Palliative Cares, event that had the contribution of diverse professionals' of the health twelve conferences that you/they related a principle of the Universal Declaration on Bioética and human rights of the UNESCO, with one of the indicators of development of the palliative cares of the World Organization of the Health. The thought bioético and each one of the principles constituted an opportunity to strengthen the cares of vulnerable people in the whole country. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 441 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024441 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:441:id:441 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Elena López González Author-Name: Celia de los Ángeles Rodríguez Orta Author-Name: Anadely Gámez Pérez Author-Name: Lázaro Silva Ramos Author-Name: Catherine Milagros Fajardo Borges Author-Name: Joaquín Ernesto Laureiro González Title: Updating of the conceptual framework related to blood transfusion Abstract: The practice of transfusions dates back to 1492, in 1900 the ABO system was discovered, and in 1911 the doors to true blood therapy were opened. Currently, the practice of this procedure requires taking into account a group of conditions in blood banks, regarding blood donations, the processing and conservation of blood and its derivatives before being transfused. Objective: Describe the ethical and regulatory aspects related to blood transfusion. Method: compiled information from literature published in recognized scientific databases such as Google Scholar, Redalyc, Scielo, Ebook Central, Scopus, Dspace. Includes scientific articles or books published from 2019 to the present. In the process of transfusion medicine, various processes and their conditions were observed based on the quality and improvement of this practice. Results Once the act of transfusion is performed, the occurrence of adverse reactions to the transfusion must be observed, as established by hemovigilance programs. It was recommended to use the transfusion committee as a fundamental tool to achieve a balance between the benefits and risks of transfusions, and thus achieve greater blood safety, minimize transfusion errors, and raise quality, complying with the indicators established for health centers related to this practice. Conclusions: The bibliographic review managed to compile the most up-to-date characteristics of the ethical and regulatory aspects related to blood transfusion, for the best professional and technical performance of doctors and students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 440 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024440 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:440:id:440 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mayelin Llosa Santana Author-Name: Dayami Gutiérrez Vera Author-Name: Carlos Rafael Araujo Inastrilla Author-Name: Anet López Chacón Author-Name: María del Carmen Roche Madrigal Title: Editorial experience of the Cuban Journal of Health Technology Abstract: The editorial management of the Revista Cubana de Tecnología de la Salud has undergone a significant transformation aimed at improving quality, visibility, and internationalization. A strategic plan was implemented, focusing on four key objectives: updating the journal's legal framework, increasing indexing levels, enhancing visibility, and strengthening international cooperation. Of the 12 tasks proposed, 75% were successfully completed, including the redefinition of editorial policies and the development of strategies for web visibility and social media communication. Efforts to internationalize the journal resulted in a notable increase in foreign publications, reaching 23.7% in 2023. Additionally, the journal has prioritized the training of human resources in editorial processes, integrating editorial management into undergraduate curricula and fostering professional development. These actions reflect a commitment to excellence, transparency, and accessibility, positioning the journal as a dynamic and rigorous scientific publication in the field of health technology. The experience gained highlights the importance of continuous improvement and adaptation to the evolving demands of scientific publishing. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 439 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024439 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:439:id:439 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Tao Wen Author-Name: Nadiah Syafiqah Nor Azman Title: Research Progress of Houttuynia cordata on Drug-Resistant Bacteria in Respiratory Tract Infections Abstract: Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) caused by drug-resistant bacteria represent a major threat to global health, causing increased morbidity, death, and healthcare costs. Houttuynia cordata, a traditionally utilized medicinal plant, has gained attention for its broad-spectrum antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties. This research examines the advances in the pharmacological research and clinical potential of H. cordata in combating drug-resistant pathogens responsible for RTIs. The research highlighted both the broad-spectrum antibacterial activity of H. cordata extracts and the specific therapeutic efficacy of its active compound, Sodium Houttuyfonate (SH). SH has proven to be effective against several infections, including Haemophilus influenzae, a major drug-resistant bacterium related to pneumonia. In experimental models, SH, an active compound of H. cordata, demonstrated significant therapeutic effects by markedly reducing bacterial burden and mitigating lung tissue inflammation. SH effectively modulated inflammatory and oxidative stress responses, promoting a shift toward immune regulation and tissue protection. This action, distinct from traditional antibiotics, initiated macrophage polarization via the TLR4/TRIF/IRF3 signaling pathway. Furthermore, SH exhibits a dose-dependent antibacterial effect and notable membrane-disrupting capability comparable to known antimicrobial agents. These findings collectively underscore H. cordata's clinical promise as a complementary or alternative therapy against multidrug-resistant respiratory pathogens. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 437 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025437 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:437:id:437 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Miriam Fernández Nieto Author-Name: Jeannette Mercedes Acosta Nuñez Title: Application of Virginia Henderson’s Theory of the 14 Needs in the Clinical Training of Nursing Students Abstract: Introduction: Virginia Henderson's Theory of 14 Needs is a humanistic framework that guides clinical nursing practice by promoting patient independence through the satisfaction of fundamental needs. The objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of an educational intervention on the application of Henderson's Theory in nursing students, using the ENCH-56 as a measurement tool. Methods: A quasi-experimental, quantitative, longitudinal study was conducted with sixth-semester nursing students at a public university in Ecuador. The ENCH-56 scale was applied before and after a five-session educational intervention. Results: A total of 226 clinical evaluations were performed after the intervention. The overall mean per item ranged from 3.26 to 3.43 (scale 1-4), reflecting high performance with minimal supervision. The needs with the greatest variability were “values and beliefs” and “health education,” while “mobility,” “dressing,” and “ethics” showed greater consistency. Cluster analysis identified three groups of needs according to performance and dispersion. Fifty-seven point fifty-two percent of students perceived an improvement in their competencies after the intervention. Conclusions: The implementation of the Henderson model using the ENCH-56 was effective in strengthening comprehensive clinical assessment. Its systematic inclusion in clinical training is recommended. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 436 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025436 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:436:id:436 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sergio Salguero Author-Name: Nicolás Novaira Title: Gamification and open innovation in organizations: a systematic review of the literature Abstract: The study examined the link between gamification and open innovation in organizations as a training strategy to promote participation, ideation, and creativity. Despite growing interest, there is limited research integrating both concepts in organizational settings. A systematic review was conducted following the ReSiste-CHS framework, combining bibliometric and thematic analysis. Databases such as Scopus, EBSCO, Google Scholar, and Taylor and Francis were used. The bibliometric analysis revealed four thematic clusters: innovation management, co-creation, crowdsourcing, and applied technologies. Gamification occupied a central position, acting as an interface between different innovation dynamics. However, an instrumental approach predominated, with little inclusion of pedagogical or critical frameworks. Gamification was found to contribute to the promotion of open innovation, especially in the early stages. However, beyond its motivational potential, its impact depends on strategic design and integration with pedagogical theories. The research suggested that future research should incorporate epistemological approaches to consolidate its educational value in organizational environments. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 435 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025435 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:435:id:435 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Olga Galchynska Author-Name: Olga Mykhailiuk Author-Name: Sofiia Byedakova Author-Name: Olena Vashchenko Author-Name: Pavlo Hamolin Title: Digital art as a tool for developing  students creativity Abstract: Introduction: The study aimed to assess the status of digital art in the matrix of professional competencies among higher education students and explore its potential as a tool for developing creative thinking and skills. Methods: A qualitative case study was conducted using a survey involving 14 students enrolled in artistic higher education programs. The instrument comprised a six-question questionnaire, combining Likert-scale, binary-choice, and open-ended questions. The responses were analysed through systematic comparison and interpretation of students’ experiences with digital art in the educational process. Results: The results demonstrated a high level (100%) of student engagement with digital art tools in their curricula. Most respondents (85%) expressed positive expectations about the introduction of digital resources into the learning environment, while 57% acknowledged the practical development of creative skills through digital technologies. Despite this, students identified both benefits and perceived risks in the digitalisation of the artistic process, with equally divided opinions on its potential impact on creativity. The findings reflected a growing awareness of digital art as an inevitable component of modern artistic education. Conclusions: Digital art was confirmed as a relevant and effective educational tool that supports the development of both digital and creative skills. The study highlighted the need for updated methodological approaches that integrate digital art into educational strategies while preserving the integrity of human creativity. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 434 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025434 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:434:id:434 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Nadia Elizabeth Rodríguez Castillo Author-Name: Jonathan Posada González Author-Name: Fabian Alejandro Amores Campaña Author-Name: Milton Guillermo Yacchirema Jiménez Author-Name: Sixto Aníbal Yacchirema Jiménez Author-Name: Carmen Estefanía Balseca Guzmán Title: University education 5.0: artificial intelligence and emerging technologies for innovation in higher education Abstract: Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a key driver in the transformation of higher education, introducing new approaches to teaching, learning, and academic management. This study analysed its impact on university teaching through a multinational comparative approach involving Ecuador, Peru, and Colombia, with the aim of identifying benefits, challenges, and opportunities from the perspectives of both lecturers and students. A mixed-methods design was employed, combining a systematic review of 15 articles published between 2019 and 2024 with a structured survey administered to 450 participants (150 in each country). Quantitative data analysis was conducted to measure perceptions and trends, while the documentary review provided further contrast and enrichment of the findings. Results revealed that AI is perceived as a positive driver of educational innovation, particularly in personalised learning, the use of virtual assistants for feedback, and the optimisation of teaching time. However, concerns persist regarding algorithmic bias, transparency in automated assessment, and inequity in access to technological infrastructure. Moreover, Ecuador exhibited the highest levels of acceptance, while Peru and Colombia displayed more neutral attitudes, reflecting contextual barriers to its implementation. In conclusion, AI holds significant potential to transform higher education in the Andean region, provided its incorporation is supported by robust ethical frameworks, inclusive institutional policies, and continuous teacher training programmes that ensure sustainable adoption. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 433 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025433 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:433:id:433 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Choi Young-Chool Author-Name: Ju Sang-Hyeon Author-Name: Lee Gyutae Author-Name: Lee Sangyup Author-Name: Kim Sangkun Author-Name: Yun Sungho Title: Explaining OECD Fertility Divergence: Clustering and Machine Learning Insights Abstract: This study investigates fertility divergence among 33 OECD countries from 2014 to 2023 using a two-step, data-driven framework. First, dynamic-time-warped K-Means and tsfresh-HDBSCAN clustering identify six distinct fertility trajectory types, from “high-welfare stability” to “ultra-low decline.” Second, Gradient Boosting Machines, Mixed-Effects Random Forests, and sequence-to-one LSTMs predict annual fertility using seven variables, including childcare spending, parental leave, urbanization, and ART access. Explainable AI tools—TreeSHAP and partial dependence plots—reveal critical thresholds: fertility rises only when childcare spending exceeds 0.8% of GDP and ART access surpasses an index of 0.55. However, these effects diminish above 68% urbanization due to housing-cost pressure. Notably, identical policies yield contrasting impacts across clusters, challenging one-size-fits-all approaches. Korea’s ultra-low cluster, for instance, shows limited returns without addressing housing affordability and ART coverage. The findings underscore the need for integrated, cluster-specific policy packages combining childcare, housing, and reproductive support to reverse fertility decline. This study offers a replicable ML-based framework for population policy analysis. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 432 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025432 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:432:id:432 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jhon Christian Perez-Ruiz Author-Name: Teresa Chara-DelosRios Author-Name: María Elizabeth Aquije-Mansilla Author-Name: Beymar Pedro Solis-Trujillo Title: The impact of pedagogical support on improving teaching practice: a systematic review. Abstract: Introduction: in the context of educational reforms and the ongoing pursuit of improved teaching quality, pedagogical accompaniment has emerged as a key strategy to strengthen teacher performance. Its implementation has spread across various educational institutions, but the results vary depending on the approach, the training of the mentors, and the institutional culture. Objective: to systematically analyze the impact of pedagogical accompaniment on the improvement of teaching practices, considering studies published between 2021 and 2025. Methods: a systematic review was conducted using the PRISMA protocol. Renowned scientific databases such as Scopus and Web of Science were consulted. A total of 568 documents were identified, of which 86 met the inclusion criteria. The review focused on empirical studies with qualitative, quantitative, and mixed method approaches that addressed the relationship between pedagogical accompaniment and teaching improvement. Results: the reviewed studies reveal that pedagogical accompaniment fosters reflection on practice, improves methodological strategies, promotes classroom innovation, and strengthens teachers' professional development. Factors influencing its effectiveness were also identified, such as the quality of feedback, mentor training, time allocated to the process, and the willingness of the accompanied teacher. Conclusion: pedagogical accompaniment is an effective tool for improving teaching practice, if it is guided by principles of collaboration, contextualization, and continuous improvement. Its implementation must be supported by clear policies, adequate resources, and a formative approach focused on professional teacher growth. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 431 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025431 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:431:id:431 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Nerio Enriquez-Gavilan Nerio Enriquez-Gavilan Author-Name: Moises Niño-Cueva Author-Name: Aydee Lopez-Curasma Author-Name: Danes Niño-Cueva Danes Niño-Cueva Author-Name: Julio Romero-Sandoval Title: Attitude Towards Research in Formative Research Among University Students: An Analysis from the Perspective of Autonomous Investigative Learning Abstract: Introduction: research attitudes and autonomous investigative learning are crucial for the development of scientific competencies in higher education. This study explored the relationship between university students’ attitudes toward research and their perspective on autonomous investigative learning within the framework of formative investigation. The aim was to determine the extent to which positive research attitudes contribute to students’ perceived ability to engage in independent research activities. Methods: a quantitative, cross-sectional, correlational design was employed with a sample of 350 university students from various faculties. Data was collected using a validated questionnaire measuring three dimensions of research attitude (affective, cognitive, behavioral) and a scale assessing the autonomous investigative learning perspective. Descriptive statistics, Spearman’s rho correlation, and linear regression analyses were conducted to examine relationships between variables. Ethical principles, including informed consent, voluntary participation, and confidentiality, were strictly observed. Results: findings indicated moderately favorable attitudes toward research, with higher scores in the affective (M = 3.92) and cognitive (M = 3.85) dimensions, and slightly lower behavioral scores (M = 3.56). A strong, positive correlation was found between attitudes toward research and autonomous investigative learning (ρ = 0.642, p < 0.001). Regression analysis showed that attitudes toward research explained 57.1% of the variance in autonomous learning (R² = 0.571, p < 0.001), with each one-point increase in attitude score predicting a 0.58-point increase in autonomy score. Health sciences students reported higher scores compared to social sciences and engineering students. Conclusions: the results confirm that favorable research attitudes significantly enhance students’ perceived capacity for autonomous investigative learning. To close the gap between positive perception and active engagement, higher education institutions should integrate research experiences early in the curriculum, provide structured mentorship, and ensure equitable access to research opportunities across faculties. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 430 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025430 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:430:id:430 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Nur Rahmah Author-Name: Shaharuddin Mohd Sham Author-Name: Rijal Idrus Author-Name: Balqis Author-Name: Arif Sumantri Author-Name: Darmawansyah Author-Name: Irwandy Author-Name: Agus Bintara Birawida Author-Name: Amran Razak Author-Name: Anwar Mallongi Title: Analysis Of Structural Equation Modeling (Sem) The Most Significant Risk Factor For Hypertension In The Islands Region Abstract: Introduction: Hypertension is a non-communicable disease which is a major global public health challenge, especially in areas with limited access to health such as island areas. Island residents also have the potential to experience hypertension, the more dominant factor in this region is limited access to health facilities. While lifestyle, work and physical activity also play a role, barriers to obtaining health services are the main factors influencing the prevalence of hypertension in the islands. This study aims to analyze the risk factors for hypertension on three islands in Sangkarrang Islands District, Makassar City, namely Barrang Lompo Island, Kodingareng Island, and Barrang Caddi Island. Methods: The method used is approach Structural Equal Modeling (SEM) to identify the risk factors that most influence the incidence of hypertension. Results: The results of the analysis show that physical activity has a very strong and significant influence on hypertension, with the highest path coefficient on Barrang Lompo Island (0.924). Non-compliance in medication consumption is also the dominant factor contributing to the increase in hypertension on all islands, Kodigareng Island has the highest coefficient of 0.972. Knowledge is also an important factor that contributes to the management of hypertension on all islands, with the greatest influence on Barrang Caddi Island (0.858). On the other hand, the National Health Insurance (JKN) factors (0.197 - 0.719), distance to health facilities (0.388 - 0.577), and duration of suffering from hypertension (0.297 - 0.541) show a weaker and not always significant influence on hypertension. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 429 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025429 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:429:id:429 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Liudmila Perminova Author-Name: Kateryna Shykhnenko Author-Name: Volodymyr Yatsenko Author-Name: Halyna Stets Author-Name: Tatyana Valentieva Title: Methodological Bases for the Development of Students' Analytical Abilities using Research Activities Abstract: Introduction: The study investigated the influence of research-oriented learning methods—Project-Based Learning (PBL), Laboratory-Based Learning (LBL), and STEM-Based Learning (SBL)—on the development of analytical skills (AS) among higher education students. Methods: A total of 331 students were selected through persuasive sampling. Data were collected using a self-developed MBAS questionnaire (Appendix-1). The instrument’s reliability was confirmed (Cronbach’s α = 0.933). Descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (correlation analysis) were employed. Results: PBL emerged as the most preferred approach (M = 3.8731, SD = 0.84314), attributed to its interactive nature. SBL exhibited the strongest correlation with assessment scores (r = .781, p < .001). All observed correlations between PBL, LBL, SBL, and AS were statistically significant at the 0.01 level, confirming robust positive relationships among these pedagogical strategies and analytical skill development. Conclusions: The findings support the integration of structured research activities, particularly SBL, into academic curricula to enhance analytical thinking. These approaches offer effective pathways for promoting higher-order cognitive competencies in higher education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 427 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025427 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:427:id:427 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Miguel Ángel Medina Romero Author-Name: Víctor Alfonso Erazo Arteaga Author-Name: Daniel Washington Barzola Jaya Author-Name: Miguel Ángel Rodríguez Mireles Author-Name: Jorge Pablo Rivas-Díaz Author-Name: Alberto Daniel Salinas Montemayor Author-Name: David Israel Guerrero Vaca Title: Transition from the traditional method to artificial intelligence: a new vision for academic project management Abstract: The study examines the transition from traditional methods to the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in academic project management, with the aim of assessing its effects on efficiency, adaptability, and quality in higher education. Framed within a positivist paradigm and using a mixed-methods approach, quantitative surveys (n=70) and qualitative semi-structured interviews (n=21) were conducted with lecturers and university managers. Quantitative data were processed with IBM SPSS Statistics 27, while qualitative information was analysed using NVivo 14, enabling triangulation of results and strengthening the study’s validity. Findings reveal that AI integration generates significant improvements in management efficiency (p=0.002), enhances institutional adaptability, and raises the quality of project execution. Four key thematic categories were identified: impact on efficiency, improvement of adaptability, perception of quality, and implementation challenges. Additional results highlight AI’s potential for strategic institutional planning, as well as a motivational effect on academic staff performance. It is concluded that AI constitutes a positive tool for innovation and optimisation in academic management, provided it is accompanied by organisational readiness, ethical oversight, and continuous training programmes to ensure its sustainable and responsible adoption in higher education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 424 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025424 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:424:id:424 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Аккеnzhe Ussenovа Author-Name: Berdaly Abdikalikov Author-Name: Mukhamejan Tusseyev Author-Name: Shadiyar Altynbekov Author-Name: Aygul Spatay Title: Factors of Students' Psychological Resistance to Volunteer Activities and Pedagogical Approaches to their Elimination Abstract: Introduction: volunteering represented a significant social phenomenon among student communities, yet many young people demonstrated psychological resistance to participation. The aim of this study was to analyze the key psychological barriers preventing students from engaging in volunteer activities and to propose pedagogical strategies for overcoming them. Methods: a quantitative survey method was applied, involving 60 Kazakh university students. The survey aimed to identify the most influential psychological and socio-cultural factors hindering or promoting students' involvement in volunteering. Results: the findings revealed that the major barriers to volunteering included lack of free time, poor self-organization, social passivity, and absence of material incentives. Conversely, opportunities for gaining new skills, making friends, and achieving social recognition were found to be powerful motivating factors. Socio-cultural influences, particularly peer communication and academic environment, played a crucial role in shaping students’ willingness to volunteer. Conclusions: the study concluded that psychological resistance to volunteering could be reduced through targeted pedagogical interventions, such as incorporating volunteer activities into educational settings and offering preparatory training. Recognizing and addressing students' motivational drivers proved essential in promoting active volunteer engagement and fostering a culture of social responsibility within the academic environment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 416 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025416 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:416:id:416 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: David Mauricio Tello Salazar Author-Name: Tatiana Lizbeth Charro Domínguez Author-Name: Priscila Viviana Revelo Sánchez Author-Name: Jahidin Fernando Herrera Ronquillo Author-Name: Ana María Sanchez Villacrés Title: Emotional intelligence and academic performance: a review of their relationship in hybrid learning contexts Abstract: Emotional intelligence (EI) has become a determining factor in understanding academic performance in higher education, as it influences self-regulation, motivation, and stress management. In Ecuador, the growth of hybrid learning —which combines face-to-face and online activities— raises the need to analyse how EI impacts students’ adaptation and performance in this context. The aim of this study was to explore the relationship between EI and academic performance in Ecuadorian higher education institutions implementing hybrid models. A sequential mixed-methods approach was employed. In the quantitative phase, 280 students from three Ecuadorian universities participated. EI was assessed using the WLEIS inventory, while performance was measured through grade point averages. Descriptive analyses, Pearson’s correlation, and linear regression were applied. In the qualitative phase, 10 semi-structured interviews were conducted with students and lecturers selected through purposive sampling. Thematic analysis allowed for a deeper understanding of perceptions and experiences related to EI in hybrid learning. The quantitative phase revealed a positive and significant correlation between EI and academic performance (r = 0.43; p < 0.01), highlighting the dimensions of self-regulation and use of emotions as predictors. Qualitatively, participants indicated that EI facilitates time management, technological adaptation, and motivation in hybrid environments. The findings confirm that EI constitutes a key resource for enhancing performance among Ecuadorian university students in hybrid education. It is suggested that institutions incorporate emotional training programmes and teaching support strategies to strengthen these competences. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 401 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025401 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:401:id:401 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Bábara Augusta De Castro Resende Santos Author-Name: Gabriele Da Silva Author-Name: Isabella Cristini Amaral De Almeida Author-Name: Patrícia Facina Soares Caracol Author-Name: William Alves dos Santos Author-Name: Cibele Andrés Solai Title: Survey of risk factors and pregnancy complications in women with prolonged gestation Abstract: Introduction: Pregnancy is an extraordinary and remarkable event in a woman's life and requires special care for her individualities. It means an incomparable cycle for her, the art of conceiving her own child. To count the main articles involving risk factors and complications in prolonged pregnancy. Method: This is a descriptive, quantitative and exploratory data analysis study. Research was carried out in two stages: identification of the central problem and a search in the literature for quantitative research that addresses the central objective of the work and the elaboration of the following questions: "What is the nurse's attribution to prolonged pregnancy?" Results: Articles were found in English, Portuguese and Spanish, a total of 14 articles. Conclusion: There is a relative scarcity of articles on risk factors and complications related to prolonged pregnancy, and there is a need for more scientific evidence. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 400 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024400 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:400:id:400 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daniela Augusta Souza Faria Barbosa Author-Name: Luis Carlos Bueno Author-Name: Isabella Cristini Amaral de Almeida Author-Name: Patrícia Facina Soares Caracol Author-Name: William Alves dos Santos Title: Nursing in Cardiorespiratory Arrest of Pregnant Women: Integrative Review of Duties and Good Practices Abstract: Introduction: The role of nurses in cardiopulmonary arrest in pregnant women is extremely important, given that cardiopulmonary arrest in pregnant women is a rare occurrence and requires an immediate and effective approach and that nurses are often the protagonists in this situation. To identify the role of nurses in cardiopulmonary arrest in pregnant women through a literature search. Method: The method is based on a descriptive, non- randomized, quantitative and exploratory data analysis study. The subject descriptors were taken from the Virtual Health Library, where the following were found: "Cardiopulmonary resuscitation", "Pregnant women" and "Heart arrest". Results: 14 articles were found from the last 5 years, between 2018 and 2022 and in the databases (MEDLINE, LILACS and BDENF). Little is said about the role of nurses in dealing with cardiac arrest in pregnant women, as they are the professionals who are most often at the forefront of hospital care. Conclusion: it was noted that the material found deals little with the role of nursing as a major professional in the event, and given that it is their professional responsibility to conduct themselves in this situation, there is a need for more study materials, training and greater dissemination of techniques as essential and irrevocable bases for saving lives. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 399 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024399 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:399:id:399 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Juan Carlos Páez Valdés Juan Carlos Páez Valdés Author-Name: Yuleiky Rodríguez Sánchez Title: Process of economic-financial management at Health Technology Abstract: Introduction: The University of Medical Sciences of Havana is immersed in improving the management of its substantive processes: teaching, research and extension, as well as in the management of strategic and support processes, especially those that ensure the economic-financial management. In the area of Health Technology, in recent times a large academic movement has developed. Therefore, the interrelation of substantive processes with the economic-financial management process is considered important. Objective: The objective of this research is to identify the foundations that support the financial economic management process in Health Technology. Methods: a qualitative descriptive study was carried out, methods included the theoretical level where various authors on the topic were systematized. Results: The main results were based on identifying the main theoretical nuclei considered in the support of the economic-financial management process in Health Technology. Conclusions: The economic-financial management process in Health Technology is based on the systems and subsystems of the MES Economic-Financial Management Model, which, located in the context of Medical Education, considers its principles: education at work, permanent and continuing education, formation of values and internationalization. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 398 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024398 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:398:id:398 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alejandro Araujo Inastrilla Author-Name: Carlos Rafael Araujo Inastrilla Author-Name: Mayelin Llosa Santana Author-Name: Dayami Gutiérrez Vera Author-Name: Briana Lauren Soret Espinosa Author-Name: Tania Rosa González García Title: Emerging technologies in Health Information Systems: transformation towards intelligent systems Abstract: Introduction: Information management is crucial for decision-making in a dynamic environment. Information systems are essential for storing, processing, and distributing data, becoming a critical economic resource. In this context, intelligent information systems, which incorporate artificial intelligence, offer advanced solutions for data analysis and management in the healthcare sector. Objective: To explain the importance of intelligent information systems in healthcare based on the development of emerging technologies. Method: A comprehensive literature review on intelligent information systems was conducted using databases such as Scopus, SciELO, and Google Scholar. Fifteen relevant sources were selected, including scientific articles and books published between 2020 and 2024. Development: Intelligent information systems not only collect data but also use advanced technologies such as machine learning to enhance decision-making. In healthcare, they enable in-depth analysis of medical data, identifying patterns that impact diagnosis and treatment. Telemedicine has emerged as a key application that facilitates access to healthcare in underserved areas. Conclusions: The integration of intelligent information systems in healthcare transforms medical data management. However, implementation faces challenges such as staff training and data protection. Addressing these challenges is essential to maximize benefits and ensure more efficient and personalized healthcare. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 397 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024397 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:397:id:397 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dayami Gutiérrez Vera Author-Name: Mayelin Llosa Santana Author-Name: Carlos Rafael Araujo Inastrilla Title: Feasibility of the model for the development of informational skills in the use of Galen Clinics in Health Information Systems tutors Abstract: Introduction: in the context of the accelerated computerisation of the health sector, the development of information skills in Health Information Systems (HIS) tutors is crucial to optimise the use of tools such as Galen Clínicas. This study evaluates the viability of a model designed to strengthen these skills in tutors in Havana, Cuba. Objective: to evaluate the viability of the model for developing informational skills in the use of Galen Clínicas among tutors on the Health Information Systems degree course in Havana, Cuba. Method: a descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out in 2023, applying a validated survey to 35 specialists with experience in HIS. Twelve components of the model were evaluated using a Likert scale, analysing their adequacy in terms of foundations, stages and ways of improvement. Results: 85.7% of the specialists considered the fundamentals and purpose of the model to be ‘very adequate’. The stages of motivation, planning, execution and evaluation were also positively valued, with more than 71% approval. The forms of improvement, such as conferences and workshops, received an 85.7% rating of ‘very adequate’. The specialists suggested integrating emerging technologies and strengthening the holistic approach. Conclusions: the proposed model is viable and suitable for developing information skills in HIS tutors. Its implementation will allow for better adaptation to technological advances, promoting informed decision-making and continuing education in the field of health. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 396 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024396 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:396:id:396 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Humberto Puente Author-Name: Elisabeth Viviana Lucero-Baldevenites Author-Name: Lee Yang Díaz-Chieng Author-Name: Juan Manuel Quintero Ramírez Author-Name: Daniel Roman-Acosta Title: Tools and methodologies for scientific evaluation: bibliometrics, scientometrics and informatics Abstract: This study analyzed the main tools and methodologies used in bibliometrics, scientometrics, informatics and altmetrics, through a descriptive analytical review of secondary sources published between 2019-2024. The research identified and evaluated the most used tools, including VOSviewer (75% usage in network analysis), CiteSpace (60% in trend identification), and Altmetric.com (80% in alternative metrics). The results revealed that fundamental mathematical models such as Lotka's law (70% application), Zipf's law (55%) and Bradford's law (50%) continue to be essential pillars for the quantitative analysis of scientific production. Altmetrics were found to be gaining significant relevance, with Plum Analytics used in 65% of applications to assess the social impact of research. The study concluded that the integration of traditional and emerging tools allows for a more complete and multidimensional evaluation of scientific activity, although there are limitations in the accessibility and complexity of implementation of some tools. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 395 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024395 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:395:id:395 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Annier Jesús Fajardo Quesada Author-Name: René Herrero Pacheco Author-Name: Robin Fajardo Alcalá Author-Name: Rolando Javier Álvarez Pérez Author-Name: Pedro Miguel Alonso Batista Author-Name: Dayanis Rodríguez Castillo Title: Curriculum: curriculum tracking and validation website Abstract: Introduction: The curriculum is essential for students and professionals as well as for their institutions, the creation and validation of them so far is a manual process that can be quite difficult so seek alternatives based on technologies that streamline and standardize the process becomes a necessity of these times in which technology is becoming an integral part of everyday life. Objective: to create a website that automates the creation and validation of the curriculum. Method: a technological development and innovation research was carried out in April 2024. The website was designed on Ubuntu 24.04 operating system using Microsoft Visual Studio Code and Chrome browser. The programming language used was JavaScript and Python and its libraries React and FastAPI respectively. The application was developed in three stages: search for information, selection of programming tools and creation of the application. Results: A website was created with a user registration system based on high security standards, capable of receiving entries from users who contribute to their curriculum and subsequent validation by site administrators. The validation of the certificates determines a score by area and global that establishes a ranking that can be filtered. Conclusions: the created application passed the tests of functionality and security, determining its effectiveness and efficiency in assisting the creation and validation of the university curriculum. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 394 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024394 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:394:id:394 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gustavo Barroso Sánchez Author-Name: Anadely Gámez Perez Author-Name: Catherine Milagros Fajardo Borges Title: Ethics and medical education in communicating the prognosis of pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia Abstract: Introduction: Communication of prognosis in pediatric hematology and oncology constitutes a critical process. This process affects decision-making, adherence to treatment and the psycho-emotional well-being of families. In pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia, advances in prognostic biomarkers allow better risk stratification; however, the interpretation and ethical transmission of this data represents a challenge. Objective: to present the ethical aspects of prognosis communication, prognosis communication models and strategies that can improve the training of health professionals in this context. Methods: An exhaustive search was carried out in databases such as Scielo, Pubmed, Science Direct, Redalyc, Google Scholar, and updated articles published in the last 5 years in English and Spanish were used as references. An analysis and summary of the bibliography was carried out and the most important aspects related to the topic were taken. Conclusions: Effective communication of prognosis in pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia requires an integrative ethical and educational approach. Training professionals in patient-centered communication strategies is essential to improve the experience and quality of life of patients and their families. The adoption of adaptive models and the incorporation of innovative training strategies emerge as key elements to face the challenges inherent to pediatric oncology. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 393 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024393 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:393:id:393 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Celita Mairely Celada Cifuentes Author-Name: Anadely Gámez Pérez Author-Name: Humberto Gámez Oliva Title: Virtual educational intervention: cancer suffering from the perspective of continuous palliative care Abstract: Introduction: Suffering was reflected at all times in the natural history of cancer, the holistic approach to the needs of patients, family members and professionals encouraged ongoing training. The continuous palliative care model allowed the design of a virtual strategy to recognize the suffering in the clinic behind the tears. The objectives were aimed at providing scientific evidence on triangular suffering and improving skills for effective support. Methods: An educational intervention was carried out using information and communication technologies (ICT) through the WhatsApp platform with the participation of 40 health professionals. The workshop was designed with a specific thematic plan with a workload of 90 hours, asynchronous virtual with national reach. Results: mostly doctors and nurses participated, as well as stomatologists and psychologists. Four fundamental components were described. Drawings were made with the theme and finally a letter was written addressed to a patient suffering from an oncological disease. The need to develop skills for support was evident: compassion and teamwork. Conclusions: Suffering is present at any time during the illness. It can affect professionals, academics, researchers, as well as patients and family members. The possibility of healing tools in which the health professional plays a therapeutic role was highlighted. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 392 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024392 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:392:id:392 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Elena López González Author-Name: Anadely Gámez Pérez Author-Name: Bárbara Dayana López González Author-Name: Francisco González Cordero Author-Name: Delia Rosa Díaz Rodríguez Author-Name: Lázaro Silva Ramos Title: Proposed guidelines for the operation of the Hospital Transfusion Committee Abstract: Introduction: Transfusion medicine committees represent the most effective means in the work of guaranteeing the availability, safety and access to blood, as well as to control and improve the safety of the transfusion process. Its proper functioning is directly related to the quality of service. Objective: To establish changes in the guidelines for the operation of the Transfusion Medicine Committee. Method: The design of the proposal for changes in the guidelines was carried out under a qualitative approach, through participatory research in the blood bank of the Comandante Pinares General Teaching Hospital from January 2019 to December 2022. It was validated by criteria of experts. Results: In the hospital there is a transfusion committee made up of a multidisciplinary group according to the composition recommended by the specialized literature. The most important activity within the proposal is the meticulous review of the transfusion indication before its application, which will only be carried out if its need is duly justified. Conclusion: It is proposed to establish as part of the guidelines for the proper functioning of the transfusion committee, to evaluate the transfusion orders prior to the transfusion act. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 391 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024391 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:391:id:391 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Annier Jesús Fajardo Quesada Author-Name: René Herrero Pacheco Author-Name: Robin Fajardo Alcalá Author-Name: Rolando Javier Álvarez Pérez Author-Name: Pedro Miguel Alonso Batista Title: VOS db creator: application to create and manage databases interpretable by VOSviewer Abstract: Introduction: bibliometrics is the statistical treatment of published scientific information, one of its most important means of representation are graphs. One of the tools for the creation of bibliometric graphs is VOSviewer, which is only capable of reading databases or specific extensions for graphing, which makes it impossible to create graphs of articles that are not indexed or in one of these databases. Objective: to create an application to create databases interpretable by VOSviewer from manual data entry. Method: a technological development and innovation research was carried out in April 2024. The website was designed on Ubuntu 14.04 operating system using Microsoft Visual Studio Code and Chrome browser. The programming language used was JavaScript, mainly its React library. The application was developed in three stages: search for information, selection of programming tools and creation of the application. Results: a progressive web application was created with three views, where one of them develops the data entry process of the articles, as well as the editing of such data. The application converts the data entered into a database readable by the VOSviewer plotter. Conclusions: the application created is effective in the creation of databases with PubMed data export format, which makes them compatible with the VOSviewer plotter. Gives way to integrating the Grobid model for automatic detection in pdf. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 390 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024390 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:390:id:390 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yamilia Menéndez Zapata Author-Name: Mayelin LIosa Santana Author-Name: Dayami Gutierrez Vera Author-Name: Tania Rosa González García Author-Name: Inerkys Veranes Garzón Title: Diagnosis of the erudition presented by neurosurgeons in acupuncture and its related techniques Abstract: Introduction: Natural and Traditional Medicine is defined by the World Health Organization as the sum total of knowledge, skills and practices based on the theories, beliefs and experiences of different cultures, whether explainable or not, used to maintain health, prevent, diagnose, improve or treat physical and mental diseases. It only has 68 hours of classes in plan E. It is effective in the symptomatic treatment of patients with mild neurotrauma, a hospital indicator that all professionals must meet. Objective: To diagnose the level of erudition presented by neurosurgeons in acupuncture and its related techniques for the care of patients with mild neurotrauma. Method: A mixed, observational, longitudinal, longitudinal, prospective study was carried out at the Miguel Enríquez HDCQ in the period from February 2022 to May 2024 in the neurosurgery service. Theoretical, empirical and mathematical statistical methods were used in a population of 20 neurosurgery professionals to whom three validated instruments were applied. Results: Through the methodological triangulation of the instruments that were applied and the parameterization of the variable professional performance of the neurosurgeon in the application of acupuncture and related techniques in four dimensions and 18 indicators, an inadequate performance in 80% was obtained. Conclusions: It is concluded that the initial diagnosis of the level of erudition presented by neurosurgeons in acupuncture and related techniques for the care of patients with mild neurotrauma is inadequate. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 389 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024389 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:389:id:389 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eledys Márquez Blanco Author-Name: Sahirys González Piloto Author-Name: Elier Arévalo González Author-Name: Catherine Milagros Fajardo Borges Author-Name: Yaneisy González Portales Author-Name: Joaquín Ernesto Laureiro González Author-Name: Marlen Ramos Ferro Author-Name: José Ramón Cabrera Cepero Author-Name: Humberto Gámez Oliva Author-Name: Yusleidy Blanco González Author-Name: Anadely Gámez Pérez Title: Protocol for oncology nursing in patients in clinical trials Abstract: The protocol in Nursing is the set of actions that serve as a strategy to unify criteria and jointly agree on the approach to different techniques, therapies and/or nursing problems, based on the most recent scientific evidence. Its constant updating and development has allowed its frontiers to expand to new applications in the field of oncology, objective. To provide nursing staff with a methodological tool to facilitate the well-being and quality of life of patients with cancer in clinical trials. Method. An update of the nursing action protocols and a review of the literature in the outpatient chemotherapy room was carried out during the period from January 2019 to July 2024. The NANDA, NIC, NOC taxonomies were used to carry out the care process. Results. The nursing care plan functions as a necessary means of communication for patient care, with planning and compliance based on nursing diagnoses. The most frequent symptoms presented in these patients were: bone marrow involvement, nausea and vomiting, stomatitis, diarrhea, neuropathy and stress, for which a course of action was established. Conclusions. Nursing action protocols constitute a work tool and health education, training and specialized care are fundamental pillars to achieve a safe and effective treatment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 388 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024388 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:388:id:388 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Hilmi Yumni Author-Name: Hepta Nur Anugrahini Author-Name: Tiana Rachmadita Author-Name: Sri Wahyuni Author-Name: Budi Susatia Title: Assessing Nurse Educator Competencies: Key Skills and Insight Cultural Competence Abstract: Introduction: this study addresses the critical need for standardized assessment tools to evaluate the competencies of nurse educators in Indonesia. Understanding the key skills required and the influence of cultural competence on nursing education is essential for improving educational outcomes and healthcare delivery. Previous research highlights the continuous professional development, and cultural competence in enhancing the capabilities of nurse educators. Objective: identify and analyze the competencies of nurse educators in Indonesia, focusing on critical thinking and problem-solving, communication, professionalism, and cultural competence. Method: a total of 626 nurse educators from various educational institutions across Indonesia participated in this study. Data were collected through surveys assessing their competencies in critical thinking and problem solving, communication, professionalism, and cultural competence. Statistical analyses, including t-tests and ANOVA, were used to examine differences in competencies based on demographic and institutional variables. Results: the findings reveal significant gender differences in professionalism, with female educators scoring lower on average compared to their male counterparts (p=0,009). Higher education levels, particularly doctorate degrees, are associated with increased competencies across all areas. Participation in training and development programs significantly improves competency scores (p<0,05). Conclusions: the study underscores the critical role of cultural competence in nursing education and recommends integrating comprehensive cultural competence training into professional development programs. Enhancing nurse educators’ competencies through targeted educational and professional development initiatives can improve the quality of nursing education and healthcare. Future research should include longitudinal studies and objective measures to provide a more accurate assessment of competencies and their development. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 280 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025280 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:280:id:280 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ana Gladys Peñalver Sinclay Author-Name: Lanais Peñalver Sinclay Author-Name: Catherine Milagros Fajardo Borges Author-Name: Joaquín Ernesto Laureiro González Title: Encouragement and recognition of the results of teacher evaluation: design of a distinction Abstract: Teacher evaluation in higher medical education demands innovative strategies to foster a culture of recognition and encouragement. This study presents the design and implementation of the “Crystal Pointer” distinction, aimed at recognizing the exceptional performance of teachers in the Faculty of Medical Sciences of Artemisa, Cuba. The methodology included the integration of multidimensional criteria: excellence in undergraduate/postgraduate teaching, contribution to political-ideological formation, methodological leadership, research productivity (projects, publications and scientific events), continuous professional improvement and evaluation of “Excellent” for five consecutive years. The distinction is awarded annually in an institutional event, linked to the Educator's Day, to reinforce its symbolic value. The results show that this mechanism promotes teaching motivation, institutional commitment and academic quality by aligning individual objectives with organizational goals. In addition, it functions as an incentive for promotion to higher categories, scientific degrees and accelerated professional development. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 230 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025230 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:230:id:230 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dalia Carmona Domínguez Author-Name: Iviany Torres Suárez Author-Name: Iris Quiñones García Author-Name: Zuleidy Hernández Carmona Author-Name: Nadina Travieso-Ramos Title: Theoretical framework of the didactic unit “Depression and its impact on health” Abstract: The deficiencies in the teaching-learning process in the Psychiatry subject, led to the need to design a teaching unit for the appropriation of depression content. This article has an objective to determine the theoretical foundations of the curricular microdesign of a teaching unit for the appropriation of depression content in the teaching-learning process of the Psychiatry subject. The microdesign is based on philosophical, psychological, sociological, didactic, and medical education science foundations. It assumes the principles of permanent and continuous training, of Education at Work. Based on de current foundations of medical education science and other related scientific discipline the definition and elaboration of the didactic unit "Depression and its impact on health" is achieved, with multitrans disciplinary focus for the appropriation of depression content in the teaching-learning process. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 229 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025229 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:229:id:229 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Analiz De Paula Paredes Author-Name: Nadina Travieso Ramos Author-Name: Guillermo Luis Herrera Miranda Title: Improvement strategy for Imaging specialists on the Imaging spectrum of Covid 19 and its consequences Abstract: Introduction: each era exhibits problems specific to its time that require the action of its professionals, with scientific thinking, for their solution. Objective: to design a Professional Improvement Strategy in order to contribute to the improvement of the performance of medical specialists in Imaging on the imaging spectrum of the patient with COVID-19 and its consequences, in the province of Pinar del Río. Methods: research methods structured in stages were used: theoretical foundation, design, evaluation of the strategy. The diagnosis in previous stages was taken into account, of inadequacies in the exercise of their performance before Covid 19 and its consequences (population of 81 professionals) with inclusion criteria; Theoretical and empirical methods were used. Results: the results of the designed professional development strategy established determining relationships, articulating development actions, offered internal and external logical coherence to the Medical Education Sciences in the area of permanent and continued training, with systematic updating of the contents, integrated prevention, early diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, risk stratification and complications by the specialist. Conclusions: the development strategy has an adequate structure, objectives and system of actions declared by phases and moments that ensure viability, due to its comprehensive and dynamic nature; correspondence with the assumed foundations that was evidenced with the transformation of the level of professionals, achieved with the impact that translated the organizational forms of teaching designed, with optimal quality of radiological reports and the improvement of the professional performance of Imaging achieved. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 228 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025288 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:228:id:228 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daniel José Olazabal Guerra Author-Name: Malena de los Milagros Zelada Pérez Author-Name: Tania Rosa González García Author-Name: Mayelin Llosa Santana Title: Training informational competencies in Health Technology students from the curriculum Abstract: Introduction: The formation of informational competencies from the curriculum in university students is a frequent topic of analysis by various researchers. The search for excellence in the education and training of competent information professionals are premises for higher education worldwide, an aspect from which Cuba is not exempt. In this context, the authors developed a research with the objective of characterizing the formation of informational competencies in Health Technology students from the curriculum. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out at the Faculty of Health Technology of the University of Medical Sciences of Havana during the year 2024. In the research, a critical analysis of the teaching programs that are related to training was developed of informational competencies from the Health Technology curriculum. An observation guide was applied in which the inclusion of topics that contribute to the formation of informational competencies in Health Technology students was evaluated. Among the results obtained, it stands out that 70.8% of the components evaluated globally in the four teaching programs do not fully contribute to the formation of informational competencies. Conclusions: it is essential to take into consideration the growing tendency to link the information literacy process within the university curriculum for the formation of information competencies and, consequently, design teaching programs that contribute to this end. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 227 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025227 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:227:id:227 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lázaro Yoan Ordoñez Álvarez Author-Name: Dayana Blanco Fernández Author-Name: Juan Carlos Curbelo Fajardo Author-Name: Maria de la Caridad Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Francisco Machado Reyes Author-Name: Daimy Casanova Moreno Title: Professional development process on metabolic syndrome in pregnancy aimed at specialists in Family Medicine Abstract: ntroduction: solving the health problems affecting the population is a starting point for the design of professional development Objective: to develop a strategy for professional development on metabolic syndrome in pregnancy that will enable the efficient performance of family medicine specialists (FMS) certified or not in prenatal care at the “Hermanos Cruz” teaching polyclinic in Pinar del Río. Development: the research is based on the Dialectical Materialist approach which allowed for a deeper knowledge of the process and its interrelations in the historical social conditions of postgraduate education in Family Medicine, revealing its main contradictions, selecting, justifying and integrating theoretical, empirical and statistical methods, as well as addressing postulates of parameterization theory, in order to apply them in an integrated and consistent manner to the research. From an ethical point of view, this research respected the ethical principles set out in the Declaration of Helsinki. Conclusions: the contextualized strategy fulfills the aims of achieving efficient performance in the management of maternal and child indicators and the constant improvement in the postgraduate training of specialists in Family Medicine at the Hermanos Cruz teaching polyclinic in Pinar del Río. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 226 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025226 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:226:id:226 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sureimy Batlle Zamora Author-Name: German Boligan Dupeyron Author-Name: Suleima Batlle Zamora Author-Name: Humberto Gámez Oliva Author-Name: Eledys Marquez Blanco Title: Ethics in the Management of Information for Patients with Locally Advanced Breast Cancer Abstract: Introduction: Making medical decisions for oncology patients, especially those in critical conditions, inherently involves both clinical and ethical challenges. Clearly, no medical act in any specialty is devoid of an ethical component; however, "the ethical dilemmas that arise in the care of any patient become more pronounced with a cancer diagnosis." The diagnosis and treatment of locally advanced breast cancer imply, for these women, the loss of the symbolic role of their breasts, changes in their relationship with their partner, sexual life, and the reaction of their partner/family to anger. In this case, cancer is perceived by women as a risk and a threat to life, and the removal of the breast primarily affects the identity of the female body. The ethical management of this disease poses a challenge for healthcare professionals. Objective: To describe the ethical aspects related to handling information about locally advanced breast cancer and to present strategies that may improve the training of healthcare professionals in this regard. Method: A literature review was conducted using databases such as Scielo, PubMed, ScienceDirect, Redalyc, and Google Scholar. The references included updated articles published in the last five years, selecting the most relevant aspects of the topic. Conclusions: Proper communication of information to patients with breast cancer and the expertise of healthcare professionals in conveying it positively influence treatment adherence. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 225 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025225 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:225:id:225 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alina Breijo Puentes Author-Name: Belkis Ferro González Author-Name: Juan Andrés Prieto Hernández Author-Name: Angel Lorenzo González González Author-Name: Ernesto Rodríguez Quiñones Title: Evaluation of the managerial competitions in the students of intensive medicine and emergencies Abstract: Introduction: the scientific focus in the medical formation in the current society, constitutes a challenge for the universities in the world and in Cuba that you/they demand inclusion of the formation process in managerial competitions. He/she was carried out the investigation with the objective of evaluating the process of formation of managerial competitions in students of the specialty of Intensive Medicine and Emergencies Adults in the provincial hospitals of Pinegrove of the River. Method: the general methodological design was sustained in the materialistic dialectical focus, with methods of the theoretical, empiric level, corroborated by descriptive statistic. The main results were the determination of the broken into fragments character, asistémico and spontaneous of analysis from the educational perspective, with prevalence of visions reduccionistas determined in the applied instruments. The carried out diagnosis showed deficiencies from the program for the development of the managerial teaching, inadequate quality of the methodological preparations, lack of rigor in the control and evaluation of on the part of formation tutors and bosses of service. Conclusions: it was evaluated with difficulties the process of formation of managerial competitions in the students of the specialty Intensive Medicine and Emergencies adults in the provincial hospitals of Pinegrove of the River. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 224 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025224 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:224:id:224 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alina Breijo Puentes Author-Name: Belkis Ferro González Author-Name: Juan Andrés Prieto Hernández Author-Name: Yudith Bolaño Pérez Author-Name: Nelson Palacios Pérez Title: Methodology for the formation of managerial competitions in the students of intensive medicine and emergencies adults Abstract: In the Cuban medical University, it is purpose to guarantee the excellence in the different levels of the organizational system, he/she intends the methodology for the formation of managerial competitions in the students of the specialty of Intensive Medicine and Emergencies Adults in the provincial hospitals of Pinegrove of the River, the one that is based in the principles of the medical education: education in the work and continuous and permanent formation of the human resources in health, goes to the serious or critical patient's integral attention, to offer answers to the most general problems of health and frequent that are presented in the units of intensive cares, in harmonic interaction among the University, the address of the service. Keywords: Methodology, managerial Competitions; Students of intensive medicine and emergencies adults. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 223 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025223 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:223:id:223 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gicela Díaz Pita Author-Name: Diana Amelia Crespo Fernández Author-Name: Lisett Caridad Rodríguez Díaz Author-Name: Freddy Elier Torres Cordero Author-Name: Hernán Pereda Chavéz Title: Learning based on problems with a focus multidisciplinar toward the aging in the Primary Attention of Health Abstract: Introduction: the population's aging is a growing challenge that requires an integral boarding and multidisciplinar in the Primary Attention of Health, the Based Learning in Problems it is presented like an innovative and effective educational methodology to prepare to the professional futures of the health to face this challenge. Objective: to design a methodology of the learning based on problems with a focus multidisciplinar toward the aging in the Primary Attention of Health for students of the medicine career. Development: the combined teaching methods can create an environment of dynamic and effective learning that prepares the medicine students to approach the challenges of the aging in the Primary Attention of Health, the Based Learning in Problems it is considered one of the most effective methodologies, it enriches the theoretical knowledge, it develops practical abilities and of communication, he/she prepares the students to face real situations and it foments a focus multidisciplinario and colaborativo, he/she offers benefits in the medical education, when fomenting a more deep, significant learning and centered in the student, it transforms the medical education when creating an environment of active learning, preparing to medical futures to offer an attention of health of high quality and based on the evidence. Conclusions: the Based Learning in Problems, with their focus multidisciplinar, it is a powerful tool in the formation of professionals of the health, equipping them with the necessary competitions to approach in an integral and effective way the challenges of the aging in the Primary Attention of Health. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 222 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025222 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:222:id:222 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Blanca Amarilis Fleitas Rodríguez Author-Name: Gicela Díaz Pita Author-Name: Martha Elena Barrera Breijo Author-Name: Frank Hernández Ávila Author-Name: Licet del Carmen Dot Pérez Author-Name: Pedro Pablo Quintero Paredes Title: Ethics and bioethics: a comprehensive view from the teaching, assistance and research in healthcare Abstract: Introduction: in a world where the technology and the medicine advance quickly, the professionals of the health maintain an ethical focus in the educational-assistance and investigative area. Objective: to analyze the ethics and bioética with an integral look from the docencia, attendance and investigation in health. Method: he/she was carried out a bibliographical revision of studies recent envelope the ethics and bioética in the health. Academic databases were consulted as PubMed, Scopus, Academic Google, Elsevier, Scielo. Development: the inclusion of the bioética in the curriculum of the careers of the sciences of the health, promotes a healthier doctor-patient relationship, it benefits the quality from the processes of attention to the health, it favors an interdisciplinary vision in the face of the growing complexity of the problems linked to the medical exercise, the study programs are perfected, reorienting the curricula and incorporating a system of values, the ethical principles of charity are applied, the non balefulness, autonomy and responsibility, the ethics in the health implies the taking of informed decisions and the respect for the privacy and the patient's confidentiality. Conclusions: the ethics and bioética in the health are essential to guarantee the quality and the integrity of the medical attention. The ethical principles should be integrated in the area of docencia investigation and medical attendance, the effective implementation of the ethics in the health can improve the relationship between the professionals of the health and the patients, and to contribute to a fairrer and more equal attention. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 221 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025221 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:221:id:221 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Iván Díaz Gutiérrez Author-Name: Belkis Martínez Orraca Author-Name: Diana Amelia Crespo Fernández Author-Name: Pedro Pablo Quintero Paredes Author-Name: Hernán Pereda Chavéz Title: Educational intervention on lung cancer risk factors Abstract: A quasi-experimental study of educational intervention on lung cancer risk factors was carried out at the Family Medical Office 21 of the "Pedro Borrás" University Polyclinic in Pinar del Río in the period December 2023 - November 2024. The study universe consisted of all patients who presented risk factors for lung cancer in the health area (275 cases). The sample was assumed to be 78 patients who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. As a starting method, the questionnaire was used to measure the level of knowledge in relation to lung cancer risk factors, implementing it before and after the intervention, in order to achieve the comparative states of knowledge acquired by the sample. At the end of the study, a significant increase in the level of knowledge was achieved and with it effective preventive behavior in the health area. At the end of the research, it was determined that there was a prevalence of cases between 51 and 61 years of age, with a predominance of males, workers and housewives, with a prevalence of risk factors where personal history of bronchitis and smoking habits stood out. A 28% of cases were recognized with a first-generation hereditary association. The author concludes that educational intervention becomes a tool for primary health care, which provides effectiveness in modifying knowledge, raising health indicators. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 220 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025220 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:220:id:220 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Juan María Arteaga Báez Author-Name: Anadely Gámez Pérez Author-Name: Delia Rosa Díaz Rodriguez Author-Name: Elena López González Author-Name: Liván Toledo Rosa Title: Conceptualization and approach to the main aspects related to post-phlebitic ulcers from a pedagogical-scientific-technological approach Abstract: Introduction: Science is a systematic set of knowledge about objective reality, obtained through a specific form of action, called the scientific method. The first approach to science is considered as a form of social consciousness, that is, as a way for man to understand the world with an ethical and bioethical approach. It is made up of three elements: content, field of action, and procedure or way of acting. Objective: to conceptualize the main aspects related to post-phlebitic ulcers from a pedagogical-scientific and technological approach. Method: the specialized search of the bibliography was carried out between the months of 2018 and January 2024; The most outstanding articles in prestigious databases were selected, of which 90% were published in the last five years. Conclusions: The updated acquisition of knowledge on the methodological aspects of postphlebitic ulcers allowed, from the evidence, to review the possibility of achieving tissue regeneration through platelet- and leukocyte-rich fibrin, counting on an autologous biomaterial, to the simple and rapid ways to obtain it. The current state of knowledge in this transdisciplinary field suggests the design of projects that provide research outlets in this disease. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 219 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025219 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:219:id:219 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Juan Andrés Prieto Hernández Author-Name: Alina Breijo Puentes Author-Name: Abel Trujillo Ledesma Author-Name: Nadina Travieso Ramos Title: Professionalization in the development of geriatric thinking by the intensive care physician Abstract: The population's aging is one of the most excellent social transformations in the XXI century. The biggest adults constitute a growing proportion of the patients admitted in the Units of Intensive Cares, presenting characteristic physiologic, comorbilidades and unique vulnerabilities that require a specialized focus of attention. He articulates he/she has as objective to develop from the profesionalización the thought geriatric in the professional acting of the medical intensivista in the integral attention to the biggest adult in intensive cares. The necessity of a personalized boarding, multidimensional and interdisciplinary of the biggest mature patients in intensive cares, it implies to address the professional formation. The profesionalización is a continuous and dialectical process, directed to develop y/o to perfect the formation of knowledge, abilities and values that contribute to strengthen the previously acquired performance ways, in function of the changes and advances of the science and the technology. The profesionalización of the medical intensivista in the attention to the biggest adult in intensive cares is a demand before the aging, it is a dynamic process that looks for to endow to the professional of the tools and necessary competitions to approach this population's specific challenges, promoting a better acting professional, from a continuous formation of excellence able to transform the professional in a competent, ethical and committed clinical leader with the excellence, promoting an integral attention and of high quality to the biggest adult in intensive cares. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 218 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025218 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:218:id:218 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gilberto Carlos Corbillón Labrador Author-Name: Nadina Travieso Ramos Author-Name: Litney Corbillón Labrador Title: Diagnosis of the evaluation of the professional performance of the Comprehensive General Stomatologist in the care of dentoalveolar fracture Abstract: Introduction: The evaluation of the professional performance of the Comprehensive General Stomatologist is vital for the stomatological care of dentoalveolar fracture. Objective: To diagnose the professional performance of the Comprehensive General Stomatologist in the care of dentoalveolar fracture. Methods: Theoretical and empirical methods were used that allowed to establish the foundations that led to systematizations, as well as to the diagnosis of the current state of the professional performance of this specialist at the "Hermanos Cruz" Teaching Polyclinic in Pinar del Río. Results: Problems were identified according to the dimensions in the Care dimension, they have inaccuracies in the identification of FDA risk factors, difficulty in the classification of dentoalveolar trauma, in the clinical diagnosis, in the FDA reduction and splinting technique, in the interpretation of radiographic data and in the therapeutic integration of FDA. In the Research Improvement dimension, they have little motivation for organizational activities of improvement related to FDA and self-improvement in this subject. There is little interest in publishing in scientific journals, which leads to little scientific production related to the care of patients with FDA. In the Educational dimension, they have difficulties in patient and family orientation and in carrying out educational activities on FDA. The level of communication is considered an aspect in development. In the Managerial dimension, they have insufficient knowledge for decision-making in relation to FDA. Aspects in development are considered to be the ability to develop teamwork, to maintain flexible human relations through affective dialogue and the level of critical demand. In the Professional and Human Behavior dimension, aspects in development are considered to be the level of maintaining discretion regarding patient information, the ability to achieve empathy in the stomatologist-patient and family relationship, the ability to achieve empathy in the stomatologist-work colleagues relationship and the level at which the application of bioethics and professional ethics is manifested. The potential identified in the performance of the EGI was the frequent participation in ICT improvement courses. Potentialities were identified in the subjective order, such as the will to improve, the support of management to facilitate the process, the material assurance of the system and the logistical infrastructure to undertake actions to improve performance. Conclusions: The diagnosis allowed us to identify problems and potentialities of the object studied. An alternative to solve the scientific problem is proposed, which is the development of a strategy for professional development. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 217 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025217 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:217:id:217 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Annier Jesús Fajardo Quesada Author-Name: René Herrero Pacheco Author-Name: Robin Fajardo Alcalá Author-Name: Rolando Javier Álvarez Pérez Author-Name: Eduardo Antonio Hernández Gonzáles Author-Name: José Alberto Sánchez Guerra Title: Biblans: an application for managing, sharing, representing and interpreting article data for bibliometric studies Abstract: Introduction: Bibliometric studies have gained popularity with the increase in scientific publications. However, there is no software that effectively manages all the data and allows its analysis, representation and interpretation. Objective: to design an application to collect, share, represent and interpret article data in bibliometric studies. Method: a technological development research was carried out in August 2024. The application was designed in Ubuntu 14.04 using Python 3.12, C++17 and MySQL. Pandas and MatPlotLib were used for data processing, FastAPI for the backend, and QtCreator for the interface. The application was converted into a Windows executable with auto-py-to-exe. Results: the application created despite running completely offline requires an initial connection to load user and license data, and to enable the collaborative sharing mode of users affiliated to the projects. Its article part detection system with the Grobid artificial intelligence model coupled with the scraping system of GoogleScholar, Mendeley and others was a strong point in the creation of the project database. It allows data analysis using the speed potential of C++ and representation using the versatility of Python libraries. Conclusions: The application is a useful tool for managing, sharing, representing and interpreting bibliometric data. It integrates powerful technologies such as Grobid, proving to be effective in its purpose. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 216 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025216 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:216:id:216 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Aray Hernández Pérez Author-Name: Andrés L. Díaz Pita Author-Name: Karina Fleitas Hernandez Title: Manual of medicinal plants for the teaching Abstract: The use of medicinal plants centers the attention of the world scientific community who highlights its importance in the current and future sanitary system, it is so the Fitoterapia, as branch of the busy science of studying the use of the plants with medicinal ends, it has also charged a momentous importance. The objective of this investigation is to design a Manual of medicinal plants that can be used as teaching material, for the investigation and for the use of prepared medicinal starting from the same ones. Theoretical, empiric methods were used and of the descriptive statistic when validating the manual. The investigation was carried out in two stages: one of design and elaboration of the manual, and another validation stage for experts. A manual was elaborated formed basically by four fundamental parts (Introduction, Generalities, Monographs of the medicinal plants and Bibliographical References), the included medicinal plants were the result of studies etnobotánicos carried out in the whole area of the Council Popular Horseshoe whose information is supplemented with the knowledge of the residents and with data published in the scientific literature specialized in the topic. A manual of medicinal plants was developed that is useful in the process of teaching learning, for the investigation and its use with therapeutic ends, it was very appropriate according to the approach of the experts that you/they evaluated it. Keywords: You plant medicinal; teaching manual Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 215 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025215 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:215:id:215 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Verenice Sánchez Castillo Title: Environmental anthropology and health sciences: key aspects in medical education Abstract: The intersection between environmental anthropology and medical education has gained relevance in recent decades, especially in the face of global challenges such as climate change, environmental degradation and social inequalities. This systematic review identified that environmental anthropology offers conceptual and methodological tools to enrich medical training by integrating cultural, social and ecological perspectives in the analysis of health determinants. However, its incorporation into medical curricula remains limited and fragmented. Critical areas such as the need to address gender inequalities and the impacts of climate change on health, as well as the importance of participatory methodologies and community collaboration, were highlighted. These methodologies, although promising, face challenges such as the lack of systematization and long-term evaluation. In addition, the urgency of fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between anthropologists, physicians and educators, and of exploring the role of digital technologies in medical training, was identified. Together, these strategies can promote a more just, equitable and contextualized medical education, preparing health professionals to face the challenges of the 21st century with a comprehensive and human perspective. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 212 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023212 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:212:id:212 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carlos Alberto Gómez Cano Title: Trends in digital education and health information management: an interdisciplinary analysis from the administration Abstract: The intersection between digital education and health information management has gained relevance in recent years, driven by rapid technological evolution and global challenges, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. This study, based on a scoping review and thematic analysis of literature published between 2018 and 2022, identifies key trends, gaps, and opportunities in both fields. In digital education, advances such as the personalization of learning through artificial intelligence stand out, but also challenges such as the digital divide and the lack of teacher training. In health information management, the implementation of electronic medical records improved efficiency, although concerns about privacy and security persist. Interdisciplinarity emerged as an essential approach to developing comprehensive solutions, integrating perspectives from administration, informatics, pedagogy, and public health. Significant gaps were identified, such as the lack of studies in low-resource contexts and the need for inclusive public policies. Emerging technologies, such as blockchain, offer transformative opportunities, but require careful management to avoid risks. This analysis underlines the importance of interdisciplinary and equitable approaches to maximize the benefits of digitalization in education and health. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 211 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023211 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:211:id:211 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alfredo Javier Pérez Gamboa Title: Interdisciplinary collaboration in medical education: intersections between educational psychology and health sciences Abstract: The study aimed at a semi-systematic review of the literature published between 2018 and 2022 on interdisciplinary collaboration in medical education, focusing on the intersection between educational psychology and health sciences. This approach sought to identify significant trends, critical gaps, and future opportunities. The findings show that integrating theoretical systems of educational psychology enriches student learning and prepares them for complex clinical and organizational challenges. Among the strategies, it was observed that those based on self-regulated learning and stress management were shown to improve academic performance and resilience. However, their long-term impact needs to be evaluated. In addition, it was found that the design of collaborative learning environments encourages interaction between disciplines, promoting transversal skills such as effective communication and decision-making under pressure. However, implementation faced challenges, such as the lack of teacher training in interdisciplinary methodologies and adaptation to diverse cultural contexts. Gaps were identified in measuring these collaborations' effectiveness and exploring emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality. It is concluded that interdisciplinary collaboration is essential for comprehensive medical education, but more research is needed to maximize its impact on developing competent and resilient professionals. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 210 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023210 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:210:id:210 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daniel Román Acosta Title: Teaching models in digital environments: analysis of the PLAGCIS case Abstract: Introduction: The teaching model mediated by virtuality in the Platform for Social Action, Management and Research (PLAGCIS) was analyzed from the perspective of teachers. The characteristics of the digital environment and its impact on educational practice were identified. Methods: A qualitative approach with an interpretive phenomenological design was adopted. In-depth interviews were conducted with teachers with experience in PLAGCIS and non-participant observation. The data were analyzed through categorization and theoretical triangulation. Results: Three key dimensions were identified in the teaching experience: autonomy and pedagogical flexibility, construction of an academic community, and challenges in virtual teaching. It was found that the platform allows the adaptation of pedagogical strategies and encourages collaboration between teachers, although it presents challenges in interaction with students and in technological training. Conclusions: PLAGCIS represents an innovative model of virtual teaching, with the potential to strengthen teaching practice in digital environments. However, it is necessary to improve training in technological tools and strengthen pedagogical interaction. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 209 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023209 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:209:id:209 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Anais Ángela Chapelli Méndez Author-Name: Celia Díaz Cantillo Title: The professional training of the psychopedagogue for socio-community psychopedagogical intervention. Epistemological foundations and their particularities Abstract: The training of professionals is a topic of growing interest and complexity. It refers to its impact on the achievement of objectives and goals in terms of sociocultural and educational policies, which contribute to sustainable human development and territorial social transformation. In Cuba, professional training is assumed to have a complex, systemic, dialectical and social nature, aimed at preparing the subject for self-transformation and through it, the active and creative transformation of its context. In the case of psychopedagogues, they are committed to their profession and to the transformation of the socio-community context, from which inter- and transdisciplinary views are required that allow the integration of all socio-community networks. This research is carried out with the objective of the foundations and particularities of what the socio-community psychopedagogical intervention has gone through in the training of psychopedagogues in Cuba. Theoretical and empirical methods were used that allowed the historical trend study. It is concluded that the training of the Pedagogy-Psychology professional is comprehensive and contextualized for socio-community psycho-pedagogical intervention, where its impact on preparation as a socio-community counselor is recognized. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 208 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023208 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:208:id:208 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ronald Yesid Palencia Buelvas Author-Name: Wilder Smith Pérez Domínguez Author-Name: Yeimys Judith Díaz Herrera Author-Name: Juan David Ardila Suárez Title: Higher education as barriers without limits in Colombia Abstract: Introduction: Higher education in Colombia faces multiple challenges that limit access and educational quality. From its colonial roots to the present, socioeconomic and structural barriers persist that restrict educational equity. Methods: An exhaustive bibliographic review was carried out based on relevant academic sources obtained from databases such as Scopus, Web of Science and Google Scholar. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied to select documents relevant to the Colombian context. Results: Economic, social and educational barriers that affect access to higher education were identified. Socioeconomic inequality influences students' academic achievement, while public policies have attempted to mitigate these problems without achieving equitable access. Likewise, the high dropout rates reflect the insufficiency of strategies to guarantee student permanence. Conclusions: Higher education in Colombia continues to be inaccessible to large sectors of the population due to structural and socioeconomic factors. Despite advances in coverage, equity and educational quality remain pending challenges. More effective public policies and greater investment in educational inclusion programs are required to overcome these barriers. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 207 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023207 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:207:id:207 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yainelis Salazar Rodríguez Author-Name: Niovis Lucía Espinal López Author-Name: Tony Dariel Moran Ferrer Title: Historical evolution of the development of calligraphy skills in preschool children, sixth year of life Abstract: This study refers to the importance of the development of fine motor skills in the formation of calligraphic abilities from the earliest ages for the achievement of successful school learning. In Cuba, early childhood education is a dynamic, multilateral, complex, flexible, contextualized and participatory process, where the maximum possible integral development of each child must be guaranteed. The historical process of teaching calligraphic skills has gone through several stages up to the current Third Improvement. The introduction of a new curriculum organized in dimensions of education and development is significant, as these dimensions take into account the integrated and interdependent way in which development occurs during early childhood. A study is carried out in a Master's Thesis that provides a historical evolution of the development of calligraphic skills in preschool children, sex year of life and the significance of each of these stages, up to the present day. It offers alternatives for its implementation with children of these ages, with the active participation of the family and in a close interdimensional relationship for fine motor skills, and personal communication, artistic expression. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 206 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023206 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:206:id:206 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Clara Patricia Hernández Baracaldo Author-Name: Lucelly Correa Cruz Author-Name: Edwin Tovar Briñez Title: Biodiversity crisis in strategic ecosystems: A reflective analysis from environmental education and culture, perspective of change Abstract: This study on biodiversity aims to recognize and understand the current crisis regarding the conservation and preservation of biodiversity in strategic ecosystems and how, through environmental education, changes in thoughts can be generated from being and doing, the importance of human perceptions and experiences in the definition and valuation of these ecosystems for their conservation; In this way, we seek to understand how human interactions with nature influence the perception and valuation of biodiversity; analyze state policies, approaches, guidelines and concrete actions that require intersectoral and regional coordination to reduce the pressure and impact of biodiversity and ecosystem services, and how strategies oriented towards agricultural reconversion programs payments for environmental services are promoted educational programs and investigative and citizen participation in environmental management processes, To address this study, the following conceptual categories were identified: Analysis of the biodiversity crisis, Analysis of the crisis of strategic ecosystems and reflective analysis on environmental education and culture; perspective for change. It was carried out from the documentary analysis of research, doctoral thesis studies and documents on state policies regarding the topics addressed. This study presents a reflection on public policies, human actions, community participation, collaboration with local entities, education and awareness about the importance of biodiversity and environmental protection to rethink joint actions against raising awareness in environmental protection. atmospherer. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 205 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023205 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:205:id:205 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Geraldine Arrieta Quiñones Author-Name: Danna Sofía Alvarado Solera Author-Name: Carlos Alberto Severiche Sierra Title: HSEQ management systems in MSMEs: key to competitiveness and sustainable development Abstract: The adoption of HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality) management systems in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) is crucial for enhancing competitiveness, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. These systems help optimize production processes, reduce costs, and improve workplace safety and environmental efficiency. However, MSMEs face significant implementation challenges, including financial constraints, lack of training, and resistance to change. Additionally, limited infrastructure and restricted access to advanced technologies hinder their adoption in emerging economies. Integrating HSEQ systems directly contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). To overcome these barriers, government support and collaboration between the public and private sectors are essential. Effective HSEQ implementation can drive innovation, enhance public perception, and promote a more sustainable economic development model. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 204 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023204 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:204:id:204 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ana Elizabeth Rosero Solís Author-Name: Yessenia Mercedes Cisneros Chávez Author-Name: Isabel Genotti Sanabria Author-Name: María Teresa Cabanillas-Chávez Author-Name: Mardel Morales-García Author-Name: Liset Z. Sairitupa-Sanchez Author-Name: Wilter C. Morales-García Title: Work Stressors and Their Relationship with Depression, Anxiety, Stress, and Job Satisfaction Among Nurses in Ecuador, Peru, and Paraguay Abstract: Background Nurses working in hospital environments face a high workload and constant exposure to stressful situations, making them vulnerable to psychological disorders such as anxiety, depression, and stress, as well as reduced job satisfaction. Previous studies have demonstrated that work stressors can deteriorate psychological well-being and lower the quality of patient care, impacting both patient safety and nurse retention. However, there is limited research addressing this issue in Ecuador, Peru, and Paraguay, highlighting the need to investigate how work stressors influence nurses' mental health and job satisfaction in these countries. Objective To analyze the relationship between work stressors and levels of anxiety, depression, stress, and job satisfaction among nurses in Ecuador, Peru, and Paraguay. Methods A cross-sectional study with an explanatory design was conducted using structural equation modeling. A total of 300 nurses from public hospitals in Lima (Peru), Guayaquil (Ecuador), and Paraguay participated in the study. The Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21) was used to assess mental health, the SL-SPC scale measured job satisfaction, and the Nursing Stress Scale identified work-related stressors. Results The structural model demonstrated an acceptable fit (CFI = 0.914, RMSEA = 0.049, SRMR = 0.078), confirming the hypotheses: work stressors showed a positive relationship with stress (β = 0.53, p < 0.01), anxiety (β = 0.49, p < 0.01), and depression (β = 0.49, p < 0.01), and a negative relationship with job satisfaction (β = -0.27, p < 0.01). Conclusions The findings confirm that work stressors have a significant impact on nurses' mental health, increasing anxiety, stress, and depression. Additionally, these stressors were found to reduce job satisfaction, although to a lesser extent. The implementation of stress management strategies and workplace policies aimed at promoting nurses' well-being is recommended, particularly in hospital settings with limited resources. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 203 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023203 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:203:id:203 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ruth M. Ticona-Chino Author-Name: Eric Torres-Cruzate Author-Name: Liset Z. Sairitupa-Sanchez Author-Name: Mardel Morales-García Author-Name: Alcides Flores-Paredes Author-Name: Wilter C. Morales García Title: Dietary Habits, Physical Activity, and Sleep Quality in COVID-19 Patients in Primary Care Centers Abstract: Background: Since its emergence in December 2019, the COVID-19 pandemic, triggered by SARS-CoV-2, has posed an unprecedented global challenge, deeply affecting public health and various aspects of daily life. The primary objective of this study was to explore how lifestyle factors impact the recovery and overall well-being of patients, highlighting the need to integrate improvement strategies into treatment and recovery plans. Methods: We adopted a quantitative descriptive cross-sectional design, selecting a non-probabilistic sample of convenience comprising 345 adults diagnosed with COVID-19. Participants, aged between 18 and 60 years, were evenly distributed across highland and coastal regions. We used questionnaires to assess eating habits, physical activity (using the IPAQ), and sleep quality (using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index). Results: It was found that 52.8% of participants had inadequate eating habits, while 94.2% exhibited low physical activity. Additionally, 60.9% of subjects reported poor sleep quality. No statistically significant relationship was found between eating habits and physical activity (p > 0.234), nor between these factors and sleep quality (p > 0.169). Conclusions: The research reveals a concerning trend towards inadequate eating habits and low levels of physical activity among COVID-19 patients, which, combined with poor sleep quality, could compromise their recovery and quality of life. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 202 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023202 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:202:id:202 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rose Mary Portillo Author-Name: María Teresa Cabanillas-Chávez Author-Name: Wilter C. Morales-García Author-Name: Liset Z. Sairitupa-Sanchez Author-Name: Mardel Morales-García Title: The Social Impact of Postgraduate Education in Nursing Abstract: Postgraduate education plays a key role in the professional development of nursing, providing advanced knowledge, specialized skills, and a comprehensive understanding of the discipline. This level of education not only enhances clinical practice but also significantly contributes to research and the generation of new knowledge. In a globalized world, nursing demands highly trained professionals who integrate theory, practice, and research to create a positive societal impact. Objective: To analyze the significance of postgraduate education in nursing from the perspective of its social impact, based on scientific evidence. Methodology: An integrative review was conducted, selecting 10 scientific articles from the Scielo and Redalyc databases, based on the inclusion criteria: publications in indexed journals in Spanish, Portuguese, or English, from the period 2008-2022. Conclusion: Postgraduate education in nursing has a significant social impact by fostering scientific production, the development of specialized skills, and critical reflection on the science of care. It is concluded that nurses with master's and doctoral degrees represent a highly qualified human resource, particularly in the areas of research and teaching. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 201 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023201 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:201:id:201 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Denis Frank Cunza-Aranzábal Author-Name: Juanito Vilchez Julón Author-Name: Liset Sairitupa-Sanchez Author-Name: Wilter C. Morales-García Title: Psychometric analysis of the Test Anxiety Questionnaire in schoolchildren Abstract: Test anxiety is a disproportionate emotional response to an assessment in an academic context due to feelings of rejection, underachievement, fear, discomfort and worry about possible negative outcomes. The objective was to analyze the psychometric properties of the Test Anxiety Questionnaire (CAEX in Spanish) in Peruvian high school students aged between 11 and 17 years (M = 14.03, SD = 1.8). Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed, and the results confirmed the factorial structure of the CAEX distributed in 4 factors. The goodness-of-fit indices were acceptable ( 2 = 2791.87, p = 0.000, CFI = 0.928, TLI = 0.925, RMSEA = 0.051, SRMR = 0.062) and showed that the CAEX presents discriminant validity (p > 0.05). It is concluded that the CAEX has adequate psychometric properties and is suitable for future research related to the mental health of high school students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 200 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023200 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:200:id:200 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Roque Juan Espinoza-Casco Author-Name: Abraham Josué Horna-Rubio Author-Name: Freddy Antonio Ochoa-Tataje Author-Name: Jorge Jesús Bazán-Salinas Author-Name: Rafael Romero-Carazas Title: Logistics digitization of international customs processes: a bibliometric analysis Abstract: The present study aimed to conduct a bibliometric analysis on the logistic digitalization of international customs processes between 2013 and 2024. The analysis of the data through bibliometrics made it possible to quantify scientific production. Relevance and keywords in English (logistics digitalization, international customs processes) allowed the selection of the 37 Scopus publications used in the study. The largest significant increase in scientific production occurred between 2022 and 2023 (n=43.2; 16%), with Germany being the leading country (n=6 publications, 13.3%). Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems was the most important source, with three publications. Author Belov, V.B. had the highest number of citations (06) and one article. Of these publications, 49% were scholarly articles and 36% were classified in the topics of computer science and engineering. It is concluded that the digitization of international customs regimes in logistics has more sources overall, a wider range of writers and topics covered, and more sources, providing a more complete picture of the visibility, impact and importance of scientific output on a global scale. This bibliometric analysis lays a solid foundation for further research by providing evidence-based support through a rigorous examination of the existing literature. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 199 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023199 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:199:id:199 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rafael Romero-Carazas Author-Name: Victor Cornejo-Aparicio Author-Name: Antony Paul Espiritu-Martinez Author-Name: Jessica Karina Saavedra-Vasconez Title: The impact of generational differences in the work environment: bibliometric analysis and systematic review in Scopus Abstract: The objective of the study is to conduct a systematic bibliometric study of literature on the impact of generational differences in the work environment between 2004 and 2024. This work used bibliometrics as a methodology, which involved the observation of bibliometric indicators in Scopus (country, author, source, type of document, institutional affiliation, among others). In addition, a systematic review of the literature was carried out. The results show that between 2020 and 2024, there was a 29% increase in the amount of research on this topic. In terms of research contributions, the United States ranks first with 31.1%. In addition, with seven publications, the most prominent source was the Journal of Nursing Management, and with 698 citations Lyons was the most cited author. Likewise, articles related to the social sciences represented 22% of the total number of publications, while 92% of the documents were scientific articles. It is concluded that research on generational differences in the work environment has advanced, in terms of the breadth of topics addressed, collaboration of authors, level of international cooperation and availability of relevant data. Therefore, the bibliometric analysis and systematic review shows that, while the coexistence of diverse generations can generate tensions and challenges related to values, communication and expectations, it also offers a unique opportunity to enrich organizational dynamics. Finally, this study provides an empirical basis for a critical evaluation of the research and a foundation for future research. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 198 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023198 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:198:id:198 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mariana Fernández-Reina Author-Name: Andrés León Pirela Title: Playful strategies to develop mathematical logical thinking in preschool students Abstract: Since mathematical logical thinking is one of the fundamental axes of people's cognitive development, experts on the subject have elaborated proposals of various kinds for its refinement, several of them based on play strategies. For this reason, the objective of this article is to analyze ludic strategies as empowering practices to initiate, develop and consolidate logical thinking skills of, students of initial education. In this sense, this research is classified as descriptive, in which a documentary design is followed, covering a review of articles and research reports published between 2018 and 2022, most of them derived from empirical research, in which playful strategies have been applied for the development of mathematical logical thinking. The results point to a positive trend towards the use of play as part of the programs in this learning area that contribute to the development of mathematical knowledge, which allows concluding that appropriately designed play strategies are able to enhance the development of mathematical logical thinking in early education students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 197 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023197 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:197:id:197 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alexander Aguirre-Valencia Author-Name: Pamela Pirateque-Perdomo Author-Name: Javier Ramírez-Narváez Title: The use of gamification in academic scenarios of the Colombian National Army Abstract: Currently, technology constitutes a large percentage of daily consumption, which affects people's cognitive development. The Military Forces, through Gamification, have adapted to the lifestyle of their students by implementing electronic devices in their teaching. Gamifying a class, that is, using elements found in games, video games and technology, can serve to develop skills and encourage student attention during the learning process. Thus, the objective was to reflect on the use and applicability of gamification in the learning processes of the Colombian National Army and Military Intelligence, for which knowledge was appropriated through the available literature that has been disseminated on the subject, in order to characterize the advantages generated by technology and games in military training and in the work of Military Intelligence, such as motivation, prior knowledge in military capabilities, information analysis, anticipation of situations, improvement in decision making, operational control, among others. It is concluded that gamification in the Military Forces and in Military Intelligence provides advantages to the development of teaching activities and consequently to military operations and information analysis. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 196 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023196 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:196:id:196 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Clara Yaquelin Delgado Zambrano Title: The Role of Fine Motor Skills in the Acquisition of Graphoplastic Skills in Childhood Abstract: The study analyzed the relationship between motor skills and the development of graphoplastic skills in second-grade students in an educational unit in Manabí, Ecuador. The descriptive-correlational methodology used validated instruments to assess fine motor skills and initial writing skills in a sample of 20 students. The data revealed that 60% of children still do not reach advanced levels in the acquisition of writing, with the concrete and pre-syllabic levels predominating. The analysis highlights the need for pedagogical strategies aimed at strengthening fine motor skills, given their influence on the precision and coordination necessary for graphoplastic development. Although progress was observed in the formation of strokes and graphic patterns, challenges remain in aspects such as directionality control and segmentation. The results show an interdependence between motor and cognitive skills, which underscores the importance of an integrative educational approach that promotes the holistic development of students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 195 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023195 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:195:id:195 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Elianè Cortina Morfa Author-Name: C. Adán Fonseca Espinosa Title: Developer learning of Chemistry in Technical Vocational Education Abstract: This research article explores the importance of a pedagogical approach that promotes meaningful and constructive learning in the field of chemistry. It analyzes the teaching-learning process in vocational training, highlighting the need to integrate content that not only transmits theoretical knowledge, but also fosters practical skills and critical thinking in students. Theoretical references on developmental learning are fundamental to understanding how students can construct their knowledge through meaningful experiences. The article examines various educational theories that support this approach, underlining the relevance of active methodologies that involve students in their own learning process. To evaluate the effectiveness of these teaching strategies, research methods such as classroom observations, surveys of students and teachers, pedagogical tests and analysis of curricular documents are used. These methods provide a comprehensive view of the impact of the strategies implemented on chemistry learning. The results indicate that the application of developmental learning improves not only academic performance, but also students' motivation and interest in the subject. The article concludes with recommendations for the implementation of pedagogical practices that strengthen active and contextualized learning in technical and vocational education, contributing to the training of competent and critical professionals. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 194 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023194 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:194:id:194 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Max Candia Author-Name: Julia Teresa Medina Arnedo Author-Name: Ehyder Mario Barbosa Pérez Author-Name: Nelly Liliam Hernández-Olaya Title: Educating for equity: A mapping of challenges and opportunities in medical training in contexts of social inequality Abstract: Introduction: Equity in medical education is a determining factor for the training of health professionals and the equitable distribution of medical services. However, socioeconomic inequalities persist that affect access and retention in medical training programs, limiting diversity in the field and perpetuating gaps in healthcare. This study aimed to conduct a scoping review to identify the main challenges and opportunities in medical education in contexts of social inequality. Methods: A scoping review was carried out following the Arksey and O'Malley methodological framework, complemented by the PRISMA-ScR guidelines. Academic databases were searched to select studies published in the last ten years. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were established to ensure the relevance of the findings. Results: Various barriers were identified that limit access to medical education, including economic difficulties, the concentration of institutions in urban areas and the lack of inclusive policies. Likewise, strategies that have demonstrated effectiveness in promoting educational equity were analyzed, such as scholarship programs, community-based education, and curricular reforms. Conclusions: Despite progress, challenges persist in reducing inequalities in medical training. It is necessary to implement more inclusive policies and evaluate their impact on health equity. Future research should focus on the effectiveness of educational models that seek to reduce these gaps. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 193 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023193 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:193:id:193 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dustin Tahisin Gómez Rodríguez Author-Name: Ehyder Mario Barbosa Pérez Author-Name: Carlos David Martínez Ramírez Title: Consumption of psychoactive substances and depression in adolescents in the municipality of Aracataca, Magdalena, Colombia Abstract: The purpose of this research was to identify a possible relationship between the consumption of psychoactive substances and depression in a group of lower secondary education adolescents at a state educational institution in the municipality of Aracataca, Magdalena, Colombia. The methodology employed was quantitative, through a descriptive-correlational study. The sample consisted of 106 intentionally selected students, comprising 57 girls and 51 boys. The age range was 13 to 17 years, belonging to socioeconomic stratum 1, and they were in the 9th grade. The CDS questionnaire was applied to assess the presence of depression, and the abbreviated DUSI-R to determine the consumption of psychoactive substances. The research revealed a significant correlation between the consumption of psychoactive substances and the presence of depressive symptoms in adolescents, a finding that illuminates the complexity of the factors influencing mental health in this population. This discovery underscores the importance of adopting a holistic approach in the care of adolescents, addressing both substance use and mental health problems comprehensively. The interrelationship between these two factors suggests that they can mutually influence each other, highlighting the need for interventions that address both aspects simultaneously and in coordination. By adopting a comprehensive and proactive approach—including prevention and treatment—it is possible to promote the overall well-being of adolescents and reduce the negative impact of these factors on their development and quality of life. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 192 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023192 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:192:id:192 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Rafael Abreu Fuentes Title: Science with conscience: researcher's responsibility to society Abstract: The social responsibility of the researcher has been a recurring topic of debate in the 20th century and the beginning of the current one, since Science and technology have given man innumerable successes that improve his life; at the same time they show their dark side by placing humanity before the possibility of a world conflagration. On the other hand, it is expected that the researcher, from the humblest sphere to the highest, be an honest person and put their discoveries at the service of society. We will mention in a general way some cases cited by Agin (2008), Morin's (1984) perspective on the need for a science with conscience, assimilating all this to a decolonizing approach. We also seek to demystify scientific endeavor so that it is seen as just another development in the history of mankind but in no way as a panacea that can solve all our existential problems, let alone give meaning and flavor to our lives. We used the Critical Thinking method, a category of the Social Sciences, adopted by the center of Free Thought, in Colombia. We took various authors who refer to the responsibility of the researcher from the social ethical plane, such as Zapata and Acevedo (2003), Morín (1984), among others. All this within the framework of the idea of the decolonization of knowledge. We conclude that science is a power desired by politics and economics to serve monetary interests; it is no longer that solitary activity, marked by the beauty of theoretical constructions. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 191 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023191 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:191:id:191 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dustin Tahisin Gómez Rodríguez Author-Name: Ehyder Mario Barbosa Pérez Author-Name: Carlos David Martínez Ramírez Title: Building bridges between the solidarity economy and popular education: towards a more just and equitable society Abstract: Solidarity economy and popular education are interconnected fields that promote social justice, equity, and democratic participation. This study, using a qualitative methodology, employed bibliometric search equations in databases such as WOS, Scopus, and SciELO, covering the period 2000-2023. A documentary review using PRISMA was conducted, selecting 192 documents, including 94 research articles, 68 institutional documents, and 30 reviews. The results highlight that democratic participation in the solidarity economy faces barriers such as inequalities in skills and training. Popular education fosters critical awareness but encounters challenges like preexisting power relations and resistance to change. The economic sustainability of these initiatives requires innovative business models and continuous education. Moreover, the scalability and replicability of these models depend on their adaptation to different socio-economic contexts. It is concluded that integrating solidarity economy and popular education strengthens resilient and just communities. However, their implementation requires sustainable strategies, continuous training, and adaptation to local contexts. The incorporation of information technologies can enhance their impact, though challenges persist in digital access and technological literacy. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 190 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023190 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:190:id:190 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Rafael Abreu Fuentes Title: Scientific production in difficult times: keys for a hermeneutic reading of our times Abstract: The following essay aims to reflect on the scientific production of a group of six (06) academics in the framework of an environment marked by the global Covid-19 pandemic and the social, economic and political crisis in Venezuela. With this, we seek to interpret the way in which academic production can show the meaning of the vital events of being involved in a social, political, economic and ethical crisis. First, we address the transition between knowledge from life experience and so-called scientific knowledge. Then we review some of the intellectual work that begins with curiosity and pertinent questions always framed by the difficulty of language as the house of being. We do not stop reflecting on the link between science and society, as well as on the productions that constitute “junk science”, according to the author Agin (2008). In this aspect of scientific production, we consider the issue of fraud that at the time generated scandals, as well as plagiarism, which force us to reflect on the ethics of the researcher. We are guided by a qualitative methodology and the hermeneutical method from which we intend to "read" the signs of the times reflected in a group of university graduates and their work as generators of knowledge. To support these objectives, we do not stop resorting to the wisdom of authorities in the field of Hermeneutics such as Gadamer (2003) and Ricoeur (2003), scientists such as Beveridge (1966) and important philosophers such as Burk (1972), Martínez (2017), Maurois (1986), among others, whose references we indicate at the end. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 189 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023189 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:189:id:189 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carolina De La Torre Ibarra Title: Impact of food variety on food consumption in Guadalajara, Mexico Abstract: Food consumption in Guadalajara has been influenced by the transformation of the traditional Mexican diet towards a food model characterised by a high availability of ultra-processed products. It was observed that the variety of the diet had an impact on caloric intake, according to the Specific Sensory Satiety Theory (SSST), which argued that individuals tended to consume more when offered a varied diet as opposed to a monotonous one. The increase in the supply of processed foods, together with their affordability and the influence of the food environment, favoured the excessive consumption of high-calorie products. The proliferation of restaurants and supermarkets and aggressive marketing increased exposure to unhealthy options, especially among children and adolescents. In turn, cultural events and local festivities promoted greater consumption of foods high in sugars and fats. Despite efforts in nutritional education, the preference for palatable foods and the accelerated pace of life reduced the intake of fruit and vegetables. As a consequence, the rates of obesity and metabolic diseases increased. To mitigate these effects, it was suggested that public policies be implemented to regulate advertising, promote access to fresh food and reinforce nutritional education in Guadalajara. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 181 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023181 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:181:id:181 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Luis Tornel Avelar Author-Name: Leonardo Eleazar Cruz Alcalá Title: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Holistic Approach. Part 2 Abstract: Introduction: Intelligence has been a fundamental object of study within psychology and other sciences, evolving in its definition and measurement. During the 20th century, the intelligence quotient (IQ) was consolidated as a method of cognitive evaluation, based on the work of Binet and Simon, later perfected by Terman. However, various approaches have questioned the validity of IQ as the only indicator of intelligence, postulating alternative models such as Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences and Sternberg's triarchic theory. Development: of the concept of intelligence has been explored through various theories and psychometric tests. Since the creation of the first tests, IQ measurement has been refined, including instruments such as the Stanford-Binet Scale and the Wechsler Scale. These tests have made it possible to assess general cognitive abilities, but they have also generated controversy regarding their application and validity in different contexts. The assessment of IQ has evolved over time, incorporating factors such as working memory, processing speed and verbal comprehension. Intelligence, rather than a unitary capacity, is now understood as a set of interrelated abilities. Likewise, the importance of the sociocultural context in its development has been emphasized, highlighting the influence of education and the environment. Conclusions: The study of intelligence has moved from traditional psychometric models towards more integrative approaches. Current understanding recognizes that intelligence is multifaceted, influenced by biological, psychological and environmental factors. Future research will continue to explore new, more inclusive and representative forms of assessment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 178 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023178 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:178:id:178 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Luis Tornel Avelar Author-Name: Leonardo Eleazar Cruz Alcalá Title: Impact and Treatment of ADHD in the Argentine Context Abstract: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has had a significant impact on children and adolescents, affecting their academic and social performance. In Argentina, the detection and treatment of ADHD in 2019 was marked by inequalities in access to resources, depending on geographical location and socioeconomic status. The lack of accurate statistics made it difficult to develop effective public policies, although estimates indicated a prevalence similar to that of other countries. Insufficient training of teachers and health professionals complicated the early identification of the disorder, especially in the public education system. In contrast, more comprehensive evaluations were carried out in private institutions, allowing for faster access to specialists. The National Mental Health Law guaranteed the right to care, but its implementation in cases of ADHD presented challenges, especially with regard to treatment coverage. Access to medication such as methylphenidate was also limited and subject to differences between provinces. At the same time, the debate over the use of drugs in children with ADHD continued to generate controversy. In the midst of an economic crisis, many families found it difficult to afford complementary therapies. Despite these challenges, the importance of strengthening training and awareness about ADHD was highlighted in order to reduce stigmatization and improve access to comprehensive treatment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 177 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023177 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:177:id:177 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yanet Cruz García Author-Name: Didier Rodríguez Matanzas Author-Name: Belkis Ferro González Title: Regularities in the professional development of the specialist in Family Medicine on systemic lupus erythematosus Abstract: Introduction: The professional development of Family Medicine (FM) specialists in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is necessary to respond to current social demands. The current research aims to identify the existing regularities in the professional development of FM specialists in SLE, at the Hermanos Cruz University Polyclinic in Pinar del Río. Methods: A methodology with a dialectical materialist approach was taken into account for the analyses carried out. Methods from the theoretical and empirical levels were applied, together with statistical-mathematical methods, to interpret and process the information. Results: The barriers that limit the object of study were identified due to the lack of a model for information processing that improves the timely identification of SLE symptoms at the primary health level, inaccuracy in identifying clinical signs and symptoms of SLE due to weak integration of previous knowledge and professional experiences to the assessment of the patient, limited planning of actions for the continuous improvement of the professional performance of the MF specialist, focused on the theoretical-methodological preparation that allows the timely identification of SLE symptoms, insufficient understanding of the need for participation to organize knowledge in the interaction of the functions of improvement and professional performance. Conclusions: The professional training of Family Medicine specialists in SLE at the Hermanos Cruz University Polyclinic has limitations for adequate identification of the symptoms of the disease, which hinders efficient performance in Primary Health Care. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 173 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023173 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:173:id:173 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alejandro Rodríguez Urrutia Author-Name: Saemi Baños Utra Author-Name: Carlos Rafael Araujo Inastrilla Author-Name: Daniel José Olazabal Guerra Author-Name: María del Carmen Roche Madrigal Title: Health Information System of the "Dr. Salvador Allende" Clinical Surgical Teaching Hospital Abstract: Introduction: The Health Information System (HIS) is a set of integrated elements designed for the collection, processing, analysis, and transmission of information necessary to organize and operate health services, research, and planning for the control of health events. Objective: To characterize the Health Information System of the "Dr. Salvador Allende" Clinical Surgical Teaching Hospital in the year 2023. Method: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on the status of the Health Information System at the "Dr. Salvador Allende" Clinical Surgical Teaching Hospital in 2023. The study considered the development status of the components of an HIS based on the methodology of the Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires. Interviews were conducted with the hospital officials responsible for each system associated with these components. Results: The main difficulties identified in the institution regarding the implementation of a computerized HIS were related to components that include staff training, willingness to change, the projection of strategies for implementation, and the commitment of management and workers to the process. Increased efforts in this regard are necessary to maintain the available technology and organizational culture at an adequate level of functioning. Conclusions: The status of the hospital's HIS in 2023 was characterized, identifying the strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement of its components. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 172 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023172 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:172:id:172 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Didier Rodríguez Matanzas Author-Name: Yanet Cruz García Author-Name: Belkis Ferro González Author-Name: Kety Roque Cala Title: The Family Medicine specialist. Regularities in his professional development on rheumatoid arthritis Abstract: Introduction: Postgraduate education in Cuba fosters professional development in one of the specialties that has had the greatest impact on the national health system, Family Medicine (FM). The current research aims to identify the existing regularities in the professional development of FM specialists in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), at the Hermanos Cruz University Polyclinic in Pinar del Río. Methods: The dialectical-materialist method was assumed as a general method that allowed revealing the contradictions existing in the process of professional development of MF specialists regarding early diagnosis in patients with RA. In addition, theoretical, empirical and statistical-mathematical methods were used. Results: Theoretical and practical deficiencies were found in the knowledge of MF specialists regarding the identification of risk and protection factors, warning signs and educational pathways for the early diagnosis of RA, a limited development of skills for the application of general procedures and a limited conception of RA, which restricts the development of attitudes of commitment and awareness of the aspects that must be taken into account for the early diagnosis of the disease, which limits professional performance. Conclusions: The professional development of rheumatoid arthritis at the Hermanos Cruz University Polyclinic has limitations in integrating its content into an adequate early diagnosis, which hinders the efficient performance of Family Medicine specialists in Primary Health Care. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 171 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023171 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:171:id:171 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eduardo de Jesús Pomares Bory Author-Name: Odalys Vázquez Naranjo Author-Name: Lourdes Guadalupe Arencibia Flores Author-Name: Liliam Barrios Herrero Author-Name: Manuela Gilda Bernardo Fuentes Title: Student appreciation of a rubric designed to evaluate a teaching task: a pilot study Abstract: Introduction: to make decisions regarding the conformation of an educational intervention it is important to determine their acceptability to students. The objective of this research was to analyze the students appreciation of a rubric designed in the Basic Biological Science Department, of Salvador Allende Faculty of Medical Science, to evaluate a teaching task oriented in Ontogenia y SOMA subject. Methods: a descriptive, non-experimental research was developed, with a quantitative approach and based on a pilot study. There were used theoretical methods: analysis-synthesis, induction-deduction and the system approach; empirical method: survey; and mathematical-statistic. Results: the sppreciation of the rubric was satisfactory, which was determined by the positive evaluation of the presentation dimension and very positive of the educational contribution dimension. Conclusions: the designed rubric to evaluate a teaching task in Ontogenia y SOMA subject, oriented in the Basic Biomedical Science Department, of Salvador Allende Faculty of Medical Science, although it needs to be refined from the point of view of its drafting and content, it was accepted by the students, who recognized its educational impact promoting metacognition and independent work in the execution of a learning activity. It is recommended to improve this evaluative instrument for its use in all the Medical Biological Science subjects as a promotional and indicative recourse of self-regulation of learning, usable in the departmental research on the development of said skill. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 170 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025170 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:170:id:170 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ana Gouveia Author-Name: Rafaela Pereira Author-Name: Patrícia Sousa Author-Name: Rita Ruivo Author-Name: Pedro Rodrigues Author-Name: Sandy Severino Author-Name: Luís Sousa Title: Professional Development and Nursing Education: An Experience Report on Cultural Diversity and International Mobility Abstract: Introduction: Growing cultural diversity presents new challenges and opportunities in healthcare, requiring approaches that promote culturally sensitive care. Differentiated nursing education advocates for an active methodology, providing strategies to develop skills connected to social reality, such as participation in mobility programs in diverse international contexts. This study aims to conduct a reflexive analysis of the learning experiences gained for the formative and professional development process. Methodology: A descriptive study, experience report type, which describes the journey of five students of the Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Nursing during the Blended Intensive Programme (Erasmus+) at the University of Applied Sciences in Tarnów. Discussion: Description of the activities carried out during the physical mobility period, which included various theoretical and practical classes on postural assessment, posture self-awareness techniques, interactive activities on posture evaluation and interpretation across different cultures, linguistic and cultural differences, role-playing games applying culturally sensitive language in different contexts. The program emphasized cultural diversity awareness, communication, self-awareness, and understanding of others. Conclusions: It is essential to promote the use of these educational resources in academic practice to share knowledge, change practices, and strengthen peer relationships, fostering an open-minded approach to the world. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 169 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025169 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:169:id:169 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eduardo de Jesús Pomares Bory Author-Name: Odalys Vázquez Naranjo Author-Name: Lourdes Guadalupe Arencibia Flores Title: Methodological guideline for learning guidance in order to promote self-regulation of learning Abstract: Introduction: The University needs to create conditions for the implementation of new ways of projecting educational teaching management. This work aims to analyze the organizational sense of the methodological guideline established by the Department of Basic Biomedical Sciences, of Faculty of Medical Sciences Salvador Allende, in order to coordinate the orientation of learning in the teaching learning process of the Biological Basis of Medicine Discipline. Methods: A descriptive research was developed, with a qualitative approach, who’s object of study was the methodological guideline established by the Department of Basic Biomedical Sciences, of Faculty of Medical Sciences Salvador Allende. Results: The collective professor work aimed at improving the study guides and the implementation of teaching tasks that promote metacognition, contributes to their preparation to achieve active participation in the process of improving educational management with a view to supporting the development of self-regulation of learning. Conclusions: The methodological guideline established by the Department of Basic Biomedical Sciences, of Faculty of Medical Sciences Salvador Allende, in order to coordinate the orientation of learning in the teaching learning process of the Biological Basis of Medicine Discipline, responds to a need in the management of departmental methodological work, determined by the requirement of a conceptual adaptation of the essential contents of teaching that enables the implementation of effective didactic alternatives to strengthen the work aimed at developing the self-regulation of learning in students Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 167 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025167 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:167:id:167 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Omorodion Okuonghae Author-Name: Magnus Osahon Igbibovia Title: Information Packaging and Repackaging as enablers of Health Information Literacy among Rural Dwellers Abstract: Introduction: The need for Health Information Literacy among rural dwellers is heightened by the current information explosion and pervasiveness of misinformation occasioned by advances in digital technologies. Given the prevalent individual characteristics of individuals in the rural areas, there is need for targeted information packaging and repackaging to bridge existing gap in health information hereby ensuring sustainable health and wellbeing. Consequently, this paper explored how information packaging and repackaging can enable health information literacy among rural dwellers. Methods: The paper adopted the rapid review of literature to synthesize existing literature around the subject matter. Literatures were retrieved from Google Scholar, EBSCO Host and ProQuest. The search terms were generated from the themes of the study`s specific objectives. The results were filtered based on relevance, currency (2014 to 2024) and language (English). Results: Some of strategies for effective packaging of health information to rural dwellers include transforming printed information into oral form, use of focal group discussions, and translation of existing information materials into local language spoken by the local community and leveraging on technology for delivering of health information. Information repackaging helps improve rural dwellers` health information access and use skills. It also enhances the usage of culturally sensitive content that resonate with rural community dwellers Conclusion: Information packaging and repackaging are vital in achieving health information literacy, as it facilitates access to personalized health information and capacity building Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 165 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025165 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:165:id:165 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Liliam Barrios Herrero Author-Name: Eduardo de Jesús Pomares Bory Author-Name: Odalys Vázquez Naranjo Author-Name: Lourdes Guadalupe Arencibia Flores Title: Student criteria on the replacement of a face-to-face lecture with a virtual video lesson Abstract: It is presented the analysis results of student criteria on the replacement of a face-to-face lecture with a video-lesson, in the Nervous, Endocrine and Reproductive Systems Subject, taught by the Department of Basic Biomedical Science, or Salvador Allende Faculty of Medical Sciences, during the 2024 academic year. It was developed a descriptive research, with a mixed approach and based on a case study. The data were obtained through a survey and statistically processed to determine: reliability of the questionnaire, frequency of responses and the correlation between them. Students were satisfied with the substitution of the face-to-face lecture by recognizing the contribution of the video-lesson to the development of independence in learning. The results obtained anticipate a favorable perspective in relation to de class inversion, a didactic strategy considered to promote the learning self-regulation. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 164 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025164 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:164:id:164 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Fernando Arellano C Author-Name: Edgar Ivan Torres C Author-Name: Marisela Torres V Author-Name: Elizabeth Arlen Pineda P Author-Name: Diego Ulises Arellano G Author-Name: Alejandro Zarco V Title: Learning strategies in Microbiology and Immunology, for students of the Medical Surgeon Career, Facultad de Estudios Superiores Zaragoza UNAM Abstract: A learning strategies intervention model was implemented in the subjects of Microbiology and Immunology for four groups of new students in the career of Medical Surgeon of the Facultad de Estudios Superiores Zaragoza, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. The objective was to evaluate the impact of the intervention on learning. In addition, the self-report questionnaire of the Inventory of Learning Styles and Motivational Orientation (EDAOM) was applied to the 284 students of the complete generation, distributed in seven groups. This instrument is designed to identify, quickly and systematically, the students' self-assessments of their learning strategies and motivational orientation towards study. In the results, groups 1 and 3 improved in learning strategies, going from 39% to 61% and from 41% to 59%, respectively. Group 2 showed an improvement from 32% to 68%, while group 4, which did not participate in the intervention, did not show significant changes.This demonstrates the positive impact of the model on the intervention groups. Regarding the EDAOM questionnaire, 65% of the students are female and 35% are male, with an average age at entry of 18 years (49.3%). Most of the students come from the College of Sciences and Humanities, with a high school average between 8.6 and 9.0. The inventory indicated that the students present a 60.81% frequency in the use of learning strategies, 56.99% in ease of use, and 63.99% in results obtained. The overall risk for this generation was rated as medium (60.60%), suggesting the need to reinforce learning strategies and motivational orientations, without implying a critical failure. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 163 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025163 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:163:id:163 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dulvis Lianet Acosta Herrería Author-Name: Jorge Luis Santana Pérez Author-Name: Ariel Sosa Remón Author-Name: Jhossmar Cristians Auza-Santivañez Author-Name: Ana Esperanza Jeréz Alvarez Author-Name: Jorge Luis Santana León Author-Name: Iris Ingrid Carrillo-Campos Title: Artificial Intelligence and Medicine: Where is scientific and technical development taking us? Abstract: Introduction: Clinical reasoning is the fundamental tool in the work of the physician, and has benefited from current techno-scientific advances, which at the same time try to replace the work of the health professional. In this way, the doctor-patient relationship, the essential link in the procedures of the clinical method, deteriorates. Artificial intelligence and other innovations have revolutionized health institutions, the way of approaching medical care, clinical reasoning and the teaching-learning process of medicine. This research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of medical reasoning inextricably linked to the techno-scientific development of society and especially to Artificial Intelligence. Results: Using Artificial Intelligence as a clinical reasoning tool facilitates the treatment of patients without replacing the role of the physician. It also explores its impact on medical decision-making and the ethical aspects of data storage. Conclusions: A comprehensive understanding of clinical reasoning inextricably linked to human social development is necessary Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 162 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025162 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:162:id:162 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alejandro Carías Author-Name: Jhossmar Cristians Auza-Santivañez Author-Name: Pablo Carías Author-Name: Vilma Díaz Bonilla Author-Name: Freddy Ednildon Bautista-Vanegas Author-Name: Daniel Ramiro Elías Vallejos-Rejas Author-Name: Jorge Márquez-Molina Title: Artificial intelligence in the Otorhinolaryngology class Abstract: Introduction: The development of curricular changes for the training of future doctors in the use of Artificial Intelligence includes the perception that medical students have about this technology and medical students are not always familiar with Artificial Intelligence. Objective: to analyze the academic performance between two groups of students who took the Otorhinolaryngology subject in the sixth year of the medical degree, one that was exposed to Artificial Intelligence and the other to the traditional method, National Autonomous University of Honduras, 2023. Methods: quantitative, correlational study, sample of 34 students, through non-probabilistic convenience sampling, statistical analysis was carried out with SPSS version 25 doing descriptive analysis of central tendency, grouping, and inferential with p value = 0.05 using Pearson's R test. Results: 15 (44.1%) of the students had been studying medicine for 5 years; before taking the class, 2 (5.9%) of the students did not know what the Otorhinolaryngology specialty consisted of; There is a correlation between the curricular approach and the methodology of the subject, so that the student can learn, with a p value of 0.006 (0.005-0.008); there is a correlation between the level of knowledge acquired in Otorhinolaryngology and the methodology of the subject, p value of 0.042 (0.038-0.046). Conclusions: There is a significant correlation between the curricular approach and the methodology of the subject, which directly influences the student's learning process. Similarly, the level of knowledge acquired in Otorhinolaryngology is closely related to the methodology used in its teaching. In the current context, Artificial Intelligence does not replace traditional teaching given by a professor in the Medicine degree and even less so in clinical areas such as Otorhinolaryngology, where practical experience, direct observation and interaction with the patient are essential for the development of medical skills. However, it is undeniable that AI has become a valuable complementary tool, optimizing access to information, facilitating self-directed learning and offering interactive resources that enrich theoretical understanding. In addition, it allows teaching to be personalized according to different learning styles, improving knowledge retention and the overall educational experience. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 160 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2025160 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:160:id:160 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Telmo Raul Aveiro Róbalo Title: Anxiety, depression and stress in resident doctors in the Central Department in Paraguay in the year 2023 Abstract: Objective: To determine the levels of anxiety, depression and stress in resident physicians of the Central Department in Paraguay in the year 2023. Justification: It is important to know the mental health of resident physicians, since these professionals are in a stage of training and clinical practice that can be highly stressful and demanding. In addition, the results obtained could be used to design strategies for the prevention and treatment of emotional disorders in this population group. Methodology: The methodology used in this study consisted of a self-administered survey was applied to a representative sample of resident physicians of different specialties in different health institutions of the Central Department in Paraguay. The survey included standardized measures to assess the probable diagnosis and severity of stress, anxiety and depression. Results: Of the 174 respondents, 56.90% were between 26 and 30 years of age, followed by 21 to 25 years with 31.03%. A total of 71.84% were female and 48.28% were from the city of Asunción. 42.53% were from the 1st year of residence, followed by the 3rd year with 29.31%. A total of 24.14% were pediatric residents and 14.94% were internal medicine residents. 83.91% were at risk for anxiety, followed by 66.67% for stress and 77.01% for depression. 14.37% had extremely severe and 24.14% severe levels of depression, 7.47% extremely severe and 27.01% severe stress, 52.87% extremely severe and 11.49% severe anxiety. Conclusions: The majority of respondents were at risk for anxiety, followed by stress and depression. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .159 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.159 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.159:id:.159 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Duber Reinaldo Sánchez Carrera Author-Name: Rocío de la Cruz Hernández Author-Name: Lilian del Carmen López Hernández Author-Name: Daniel Roman Acosta Title: Fundamentals and applications of research methodology: Approaches, phases and scientific validity Abstract: Introduction: The study of research methodology is essential to guarantee the quality and validity of scientific knowledge. The correct application of methodological principles allows structuring rigorous and reliable research, avoiding errors in the formulation of the problem, the selection of the approach and the interpretation of the results. Methods: A documentary review was carried out based on academic sources specializing in research methodology. Different methodological approaches, the phases of the research process and the importance of the theoretical framework were analyzed. Key texts were selected using criteria of relevance, timeliness and academic rigor. Results: Three predominant methodological approaches were identified: quantitative, qualitative and mixed, each with its advantages and limitations. In addition, the fundamental phases of the research process and the relevance of the theoretical framework in the validity of the study were established. Challenges were also evident in methodological training and in the integration of mixed approaches. Conclusions: Research methodology is an essential pillar in the generation of knowledge. The correct selection of the approach and the adequate theoretical foundation strengthen the validity of the studies. It is recommended to improve methodological training and explore new strategies to optimize investigative processes. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 158 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023158 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:158:id:158 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Blas Nivaldo Porras Pérez Author-Name: Nadina Travieso Ramos Author-Name: Guillermo Luis Herrera Miranda Author-Name: Lisi Rayna Suárez García Title: Theoretical and methodological background that sustains the management of methodological teaching work in the medical career Abstract: Background: in the educational field, most of the faculties and schools of medicine, national and international associations and professional associations of the continent debate on how to better educate future physicians in order to respond to the current health problem. Objective: to substantiate the theoretical and methodological background that sustains the management of methodological teaching work in the medical career. Methods: to substantiate the theoretical and methodological antecedents that support the management of the methodological teaching work in the medical career, methods of the theoretical level were used, such as the historical-logical, systematization and documentary analysis. Results: Cuban higher education is currently consolidating its model, maintaining its foundations, guaranteeing in the process the quality assurance of its substantive processes, in order to achieve a graduate with personal qualities, culture and professional skills that allow him/her to perform with social responsibility. In view of this, the essence of methodological work is to manage the teaching-learning process, where the functions of planning, organization, direction and control predominate, while integrating the functions performed by managers, teachers and students in this process, making methodological teaching work in the medical career the primary way for the improvement of teachers. Conclusions: the definitions provided show the contribution made in the management of the teaching-methodological work in the medical career and in the quality of the training of the professionals needed by the Cuban health system. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 157 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023157 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:157:id:157 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Francisco Machado Reyes Author-Name: Maria de la Caridad Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Wagner González Casanova Author-Name: Daimy Casanova Moreno Author-Name: Diana Belkis Gómez Guerra Diana Belkis Gómez Guerra Title: Andragogy, an undeferable need in the health sciences because of the aging population Abstract: Introduction. The demographic transition is taking place all over the world, which translates into an increase in life expectancy, taking on greater importance due to its context within the planning of public spending for the execution of health policies and programs. Objective. To assess the relationship between andragogy, demographic transition and the aging process from the context of Health Sciences, as an effective way for health professionals to confront this irreversible phenomenon. Development. The demographic transition and therefore the intergenerational change, is a widespread process in our America, although it presents different patterns according to the characteristics of each society, population aging is a universal problem. Adult education is and has been a global concern since the 1960s when the Second World Conference on Adult Education proposed by UNESCO was held. At that event, recommendations were made for theorizing about the benefits of Andragogy and its use in the teaching and learning processes of adults. Conclusions. An internal transformation is necessary in the academic curriculum of medical universities to theorize about the benefits of Andragogy and its use in the teaching and learning processes of adults as an effective way for health professionals to confront this irreversible phenomenon that is population aging. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 156 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023156 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:156:id:156 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Humberto Puente Title: Educate for peace in countries at war through united nations peace missions and the Ecuadorian contribution Abstract: In this study, the contributions of Ecuador to peace education in conflict-affected countries were examined, especially through its participation in United Nations (UN) peacekeeping missions. A systematic literature review was conducted, analyzing a wide range of academic sources and official UN documents related to this topic. Innovative training programs and pedagogical approaches focused on conflict resolution skills development, promotion of human rights, and fostering intercultural dialogue were identified. The results revealed that Ecuadorian personnel deployed in these missions received recognition both locally and internationally for their commitment to human rights respect and their ability to work in hostile and diverse environments. However, challenges and areas for improvement were also identified, including the need for more comprehensive evaluation of the long-term impact of peace education initiatives and greater coordination among different stakeholders. In conclusion, the importance of strengthening monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of educational interventions in the context of peacekeeping missions is emphasized. Further research is recommended to delve into the effectiveness of implemented programs and establish strategic partnerships with other international and local actors to promote lasting positive change in communities affected by violence and war. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 155 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023155 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:155:id:155 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rómulo Esteban Montilla Author-Name: Edixon Chacón-Guerrero Author-Name: Rolando Eslava-Zapata Title: Psychometric validation of the REM Spirituality Index: Approach to a new typology of spirituality Abstract: Introduction: the present study aims to analyze the psychometric properties of the REM Spirituality Scale by evaluating four subscales: self-care, connections, assistance to others, and search for existential meaning and significance. Methods: An instrumental study was conducted to analyze the psychometric properties of a scale designed to assess spirituality, specifically in its self-care dimension. We worked with a purposive sample of 60 adults who were administered a self-administered questionnaire of 100 items corresponding to the self-care subscale of the REM Spirituality Index. A reliability analysis (Cronbach's alpha) and an Exploratory Factor Analysis were carried out to examine each subscale's internal consistency and underlying factor structure. Results: The results show adequate internal consistency in the four dimensions (α between 0.68 and 0.92) and differentiated factor structures that reflect the multidimensionality of spirituality. In particular, factors linked to self-care, meaningful social relationships, altruism, and the search for existential purpose were identified. Conclusions: The differentiation between internal spirituality (focused on self-care and personal reflection) and external spirituality (focused on social connections and altruistic helping) is proposed, which broadens the theoretical understanding of the construct of spirituality and its psychometric measurement. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 153 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023153 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2025:i::p:153:id:153 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: David Max Olivares Alvares Author-Name: Doriana María Roa González Author-Name: Penélope Hernández Lara Author-Name: Edwar Salazar Arango Author-Name: Sandra Lorena Rincón Gómez Title: Sociodemographic factors, resilience, and mobbing among teachers in La Paz, Bolivia 2023. Abstract: Introduction: Mobbing has been studied in Bolivia, but its recognition in the workplace is limited. Resilience is related to social and economic crises. Objective: To determine the relationship between sociodemographic factors, resilience, and mobbing among teachers in La Paz, Bolivia, in 2023. Method: Quantitative approach, non-experimental and descriptive-correlational scope. A total of 385 primary and secondary education teachers participated. The IVAPT and SV-RES resilience scales were used. Statistical methods such as descriptive analysis, Pearson's χ², and Spearman's correlation were employed for data analysis. Results: 73.51% of participants reported a high incidence of psychological violence, while 9.35% did not experience harassment. 49.35% are at an average level of resilience, with 26.49% at a low level and 24.16% at a high level. Regarding resilient response, 46.23% are average, 30.39% are low, and 23.38% are high. 67.19% of those experiencing less mobbing have an average resilient response, and 44.96% with average resilience report high levels of mobbing. Conclusions:The research emphasizes the importance of addressing mobbing from a multidimensional perspective, considering the individual and contextual characteristics of employees. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 152 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023152 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2025:i::p:152:id:152 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: David Max Olivares Alvares Author-Name: Lorena Carolina Bernabé Argandoña Author-Name: Doriana María Roa González Author-Name: María Eugenia Heredia Espinosa Author-Name: Diana Paola Suárez García Title: Perception of the impact of emotional intelligence on the academic performance of university students. Abstract: Introduction: emotional intelligence in university students is crucial for managing stress, improving relationships, and making effective decisions, which optimizes their academic performance and personal well-being. Objective: To analyze the perception of the impact of Emotional Intelligence on the academic performance of students from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at a public institution in Ecuador. Methods: a quantitative approach with a descriptive scope was adopted. Additionally, a cross-sectional observational design facilitated data collection at a single point in time, evaluating ordinal variables through a structured questionnaire; a chi-square test was applied to analyze differences in proportions, and the adjusted Bonferroni method was used to determine the magnitude of these differences. The significance level for both tests was set at p < 0.05. Results: regarding self-regulation, more than half of the students, 51.06%, believe that this dimension contributes to having self-discipline. Furthermore, 42.55% consider that authorities show interest in Emotional Intelligence to control students' emotions. Also, 72.46% of students believe that understanding and guiding feelings effectively and positively motivates participation and improves academic performance. Similarly, 72.33% consider that teachers, as advisors, should observe the problems students face. Conclusions: students consider that Emotional Intelligence has a positive and significant impact on managing their learning process. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 151 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023151 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2025:i::p:151:id:151 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: KV. Jamuna Author-Name: Uma Bhardwaj Author-Name: Prakash S. Surjya Title: Therapeutic Potential of Stem Cells for Treating Retinal Ganglion Cell Degeneration in Optic Neuropathies Abstract: Retinal ganglion cell (RGC) degeneration is a symbol of optic neuropathies, leading to progressive vision loss with limited therapeutic options. Stem cell-based medicines have gained recognition as a potential breakthrough strategy for neuro-protection and regeneration in such conditions. This research investigated the efficacy of Human Periodontal Ligament-Derived Stem Cells (PDLSCs) and the Extracellular Vesicles (EVs) of Optic Neuropathies in a rat model. PDLSCs were isolated, characterized, and transplanted either as whole cells or via their secreted EVs. The neuroprotective and regenerative effects were assessed at 15, 61, and 120 days post-injury through histological analysis, RGC survival counts, axonal regeneration assays, and functional restoration of visual pathways. Additionally, serum-deprived PDLSCs were used to evaluate their impact on neuroprotection compared to regular PDLSCs. PDLSC transplantation significantly enhanced RGC survival and reduced apoptosis for up to 120 days post-injury, with marked improvements observed at 15 and 61 days. Axonal regeneration along the optic nerve was evident, particularly at 120 days, demonstrating a sustained regenerative response. Similar neuroprotective effects were observed with serum-deprived PDLSCs, suggesting a potential role of paracrine signaling in their therapeutic action. However, transplantation of EVs isolated from PDLSCs failed to induce significant neuroprotection or axonal regeneration, indicating that direct cellular interaction can be essential for optimal therapeutic outcomes. These results support further exploration of PDLSCs as a viable cell therapy approach for neurodegenerative conditions affecting the optic nerve. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 149 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023149 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:149:id:149 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Uma Bhardwaj Author-Name: Puspak Samal Author-Name: H. Malathi Title: Stem Cell-Based Cartilage Engineering Approaches for Osteochondral Defect Regeneration and Functional Tissue Repair Abstract: Osteochondral defects offer important concerns in orthopedic medicine suitable to the restricted self-curing ability of cartilage. Stem cell-based cartilage engineering has emerged as a capable method for OC defect regeneration and functional tissue repair. Research explores the SDSCs-based cartilage engineering approaches for OC defect regeneration and functional tissue repair. Rabbit knee joints are used to separate SDSCs, which are then grown to passage 5 and added to a fibrin glue- PGA scaffold. The designed premature cartilage constructions are transplanted into rabbit femoral condyle defects following 50 days of in vitro stimulation in a growth factor-enriched environment. Research evaluated two groups: the Construct Group, where SDSC-engineered premature cartilage is implanted with Collagraft as a bone alternate, and the Empty Group, where defects are left untreated. The data is analyzed using statistical evaluation performed with SPSS software. Histological analysis showed that SDSCs effectively underwent chondrocyte differentiation, merging with native cartilage and generating collagen III and sulfated GAG. While the Empty Group generated fibrocartilage, indicating worse regeneration, the Construct Group showed uniform hyaline-like cartilage with strong collagen III and GAG expression and no detectable collagen I or macrophages at eight months after implantation. These results demonstrate the viability of using SDSC-based synthetic cartilage to heal OC defects. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 148 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023148 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:148:id:148 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Samir Ranjan Jena Author-Name: Jyothi S Renuka Author-Name: Ranjana Singh Title: Investigating Factors Affecting Prosthetic Use and Adjustment in Lower Limb Amputee Rehabilitation Abstract: Successful rehabilitation following lower limb amputation relies on effective prosthetic use and adjustment, influenced by various physical, psychological, and environmental factors. Understanding these factors is essential for optimizing rehabilitation strategies and improving amputees' quality of life. Research investigates the key factors affecting prosthetic use and adjustment in lower limb amputee rehabilitation, focusing on prosthetic functionality, user characteristics, psychosocial adaptation, and rehabilitation-related influences. A total of 298 adult’s lower limb amputees participated in structured interviews. Patient demographics, amputation-related information, prosthetic use, and the Prosthetic Limb Users Survey of Mobility (PLUS-M) were all evaluated using standardized questionnaires to gather data. Key factors analyzed included physical and health, psychological, activity, functional and lifestyle, personal and social, and environmental factors. Statistical analysis methods, including descriptive statistics, correlation and regression analysis, were conducted to determine significant associations between prosthetic use and adjustment outcomes. Findings show that prosthetic satisfaction was usually positive, and participants reported functional mobility and moderate psychological adjustment. The use of prosthetics, socket fit, residual limb health, and daily prosthesis wear time were important factors affecting prosthetic use. Employment position, psychological resilience, social reintegration, and access to rehabilitation were all substantially correlated with adjustment results. Research emphasizes that to optimize prosthesis use and long-term adjustment, rehabilitation must incorporate medical, psychological, and social support measures. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 147 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023147 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:147:id:147 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: KV. Jamuna Author-Name: Abhishek Kumar Mishra Author-Name: Shakti Bedanta Mishra Title: Thermo-Reversible Hydrogel Systems for Customized Drug Release in Chronic Periodontal Disease Treatment Abstract: Effective drug delivery systems are crucial for treating chronic periodontal disease, where sustained and localized drug release is essential. The aim is to investigate the potential of thermo-reversible hydrogel systems for controlled drug delivery in periodontal therapy using in vitro models. Hydrogel formulations were prepared with varying drug concentrations low (1 mg/mL),medium (5 mg/mL),and high (10 mg/mL) concentrations of DOX, an antibiotic commonly used in periodontal treatments. The hydrogels were fabricated by mixing DOX withPNIPAM polymer at a constant drug-to-polymer ratio of 1:2. These hydrogel formulations were incubated at 37°C to form the gels. IVDRPs were assessed using a dialysis membrane system, simulating the drug's release into surrounding tissues. Additionally, HGFs and PDL cells were cultured to evaluate the biocompatibility and cytotoxicity of the hydrogels using MTT assays. The results showed that hydrogels with higher drug concentrations (high, 10 mg/mL) released the drug more rapidly within the first 24 hours, whereas medium (5 mg/mL) and low (1 mg/mL) drug concentrations exhibited a sustained release over a longer duration, up to 72 hours. Cytotoxicity testing revealed no significant toxic effects on HGFs or PDL cells at all concentrations (p > 0.05), confirming the biocompatibility of the hydrogels. These findings suggest that thermo-reversible hydrogel systems with adjustable drug concentrations can be effectively used for localized, controlled drug delivery in periodontal disease treatment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 146 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023146 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:146:id:146 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Snigdha Pattnaik Author-Name: Sujayaraj Samuel Jayakumar Author-Name: Vishal Biswas Title: Evaluation of the Alveolar Fossa Microenvironment for Enhancing Tooth Root Regeneration Using Stem Cells Abstract: The microenvironment in the alveolar fossa possesses a fundamental significance in tooth root regeneration processes. The behavior of stem cells is directly affected by pH values together with oxygen levels alongside nutritional supplies and scaffolds or growth factors. Research used 47 participants to investigate how different conditions found in the alveolar fossa impact stem cell-based tooth root regeneration through statistical assessment of relevant microenvironmental influences. These factors require optimal adjustment to achieve better therapeutic results in dental tissue engineering. Under laboratory conditions, the cell cultures received different microenvironmental conditions that included three pH levels (6.5, 7.0, and 7.4) together with various oxygen levels and scaffold types. Research used paired t-test procedures to check pre- and post-intervention shifts with ANOVA and subsequent post hoc testing to distinguish between groups together with multiple linear regressions to evaluate collective variables' impact on regeneration results. Research assessed results through measurements of cellular proliferation alongside differentiation signs and tissue regrowth size. Significant differences in stem cell proliferation and differentiation were observed across microenvironmental conditions. Post hoc analysis identified hypoxic conditions combined with scaffold material A as the most conducive for regeneration. Multiple linear regressions indicated that pH and oxygen concentration were the most influential factors, contributing to 65% of the variability in regeneration outcomes. The alveolar fossa microenvironment significantly affects tooth root regeneration. Optimized conditions, particularly hypoxia and neutral pH, enhance stem cell-based regenerative outcomes. These findings offer insights into tailoring microenvironments for clinical applications in regenerative dentistry. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 145 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023145 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:145:id:145 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yogendra Bhati Author-Name: Biswaranjan Mohanty Author-Name: Manashree Mane Title: Research on Whole Organ Decellularization Protocols for Kidney Transplantation and Vascular Integrity Evaluation Abstract: The shortage of donor kidneys highlights the need for innovative approaches to transplantation. Whole-organ decellularization creates acellular scaffolds suitable for recellularization with recipient-derived cells, reducing the risk of immune rejection. A key challenge is preserving vascular integrity during decellularization to ensure organ functionality. This aims to compare three decellularization protocols, detergent-based, enzyme-based, and a combined approach, for their effectiveness in maintaining vascular integrity (VI), ECM retention, and perfusion capacity. Additionally, factors influencing VI are analyzed using statistical techniques. Kidneys were processed using the three protocols. VI was measured using parameters such as ECM retention percentage, vascular leakage rates, and perfusion capacity. Pearson correlation analysis determined correlations between parameters such as decellularization time and vascular outcomes. One-way ANOVA contrasted protocol performance, and logistic regression determined predictors of preservation of VI. There were significant differences in ECM retention between protocols. The detergent-based process showed superior ECM retention and reduced vascular leakage compared to other processes. Logistic regression found decellularization time and solution concentration were important predictors of vascular preservation. The detergent-based protocol better maintained VI and ECM retention, thus holding potential for future clinical use in kidney transplantation. Additional optimization might further improve scaffold quality and functional results. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 144 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023144 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:144:id:144 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: H Malathi Author-Name: Sourabh Kumar Singh Author-Name: Jimmy Narayan Title: Investigating the Role of Decellularization in Liver Regeneration and Scaffold Development for Transplantation Abstract: Liver transplantation remains the definitive treatment for end-stage liver disease; however, the lack of donor organs demands different strategies, such as bioengineered liver scaffolds. Decellularization, which removes cellular components while maintaining the Extracellular Matrix (ECM) and vascular architecture, is essential for creating biocompatible liver scaffolds. The purpose of the research is to investigate scaffold formation for liver regeneration and transplantation by assessing the efficacy of various decellularization processes utilizing perfusion and diffusion methodology. The investigation evaluated three decellularization methods: Group 1 using distilled water followed by ammonium hydroxide and Triton X-100 (TX100), Group 2 incorporating sequential treatments with Ethylene Diamine Tetraacetic Acid (EDTA), trypsin, TX100, and sodium deoxycholate, and Group 3 employing peracetic acid (PAA) followed by trypsin/EDTA. Histological staining, dye injection, and mechanical testing were used to evaluate the decellularized scaffolds' effectiveness in removing cells, maintaining extracellular matrix, maintaining vascular integrity, and ensuring mechanical testing. The findings show that perfusion-based decellularization performs better than diffusion-based techniques. Group 1 is the most effective for generating complete decellularization while preserving the integrity of the extracellular matrix and vascular architecture. Although Group 3 also showed good cell clearance, prolonged trypsin exposure caused some ECM breakdown. In contrast, Group 2 demonstrated partial decellularization and lower mechanical qualities, making it less appropriate for whole-organ scaffold assembly. The decellularization process serves as an essential method for liver tissue engineering to produce bioengineered grafts and develop scaffolds that reduce organ shortages thus advancing liver transplantation through advanced regenerative medicine strategies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 143 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023143 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:143:id:143 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ved Vrat Verma Author-Name: Samir Samal Author-Name: Jyothi S. Renuka Title: Exploring Health Professionals' Perspectives on Patient Confidentiality and Contributing Factors in Resource-Limited Environments Abstract: Patient confidentiality is a fundamental ethical and legal obligation for healthcare professionals and a critical component of high-quality patient care. However, maintaining confidentiality in resource-limited environments presents significant challenges. This research explores health professionals' perspectives on patient confidentiality and the factors influencing their knowledge, awareness, and behaviors in such settings. 323 health professionals participated, using an organized, individually conducted questionnaire established on expert validation and appropriate influencing factors. The research examined socio-demographic, work-related, and institutional factors that can impact health professionals' perspectives on patient confidentiality. The data was analyzed using SPSS 25.0, employing descriptive statistics, t-tests, and regression analysis to assess the relationships between variables. The results indicate that only 29.5% of participants exhibited positive behaviors toward patient confidentiality, while 42.2% demonstrated good knowledge, and 30.3% were aware of confidentiality principles. The findings reveal that while healthcare professionals possess a reasonable understanding of patient confidentiality, their behavioral adherence remains limited. Strengthening training programs, institutional policies and ethical awareness initiatives is crucial to enhancing healthcare professionals' knowledge and behaviors, ultimately fostering patient trust, legal compliance, and improved healthcare quality in resource-limited environments. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 142 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023142 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:142:id:142 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Praveen Priyaranjan Nayak Author-Name: KV Jamuna Author-Name: Swati Kemothi Title: Evaluating the Influence of Healthcare Employee Behavior on Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Medical Systems Abstract: Healthcare organizations, in particular, are prime targets for cybercriminals due to the data’s sensitive nature of the data managed and the complex Information Technology(IT) infrastructure relied upon. Healthcare IT systems are particularly vulnerable because numerous employees interact with patient information daily, often without sufficient awareness of cybersecurity risks. Given the significant influence of human behavior on healthcare IT infrastructure, this research investigates how healthcare employee behaviors contribute to cybersecurity vulnerabilities in medical systems. A quantitative approach was employed, collecting data from 325 healthcare staff via an online survey. The research utilized several statistical techniques, including descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression modeling, to observe various work-related factors. These techniques were applied to identify gaps in information security (IS) knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors among healthcare employees. The results revealed that work-related stress; Work emergency (WE), perceived workload, lack of training, and insufficient organizational support were positively correlated with risky security behaviors. Furthermore, personality traits such as conscientiousness and agreeableness significantly influenced employees’ security practices. Conscientiousness was found to be associated with higher cybersecurity risks, while agreeableness was linked to a lower risk of deficiencies in security knowledge and attitudes. Hypothesis were developed, with H1 and H2 being well supported by the findings. Based on these findings, the research suggests that addressing both intrinsic and extrinsic motivations, improving organizational support, and integrating advanced technological solutions could help mitigate cybersecurity vulnerabilities stemming from employee behaviors in medical systems. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 141 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023141 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:141:id:141 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Suhas Ballal Author-Name: Supriya Awasthi Author-Name: Maitreyee Panda Title: Integrating Electronic Health Records to Address Clinician Burnout and Improve Workplace Well-being in Healthcare Settings Abstract: In the medical field, clinician burnout is a serious issue that has a negative influence on both the standard of patient care and professionals. To reduce clinician burnout and improve workplace well-being, it investigates the use of Electronic Health Records (EHRs). Focusing on healthcare environments, explore how EHRs can automate workflows, minimize administrative burdens, and facilitate communication among healthcare teams. Data were gathered by a survey given to 450 healthcare workers in different institutions that have installed EHR systems. The survey measured levels of clinician burnout, job satisfaction, and perceived effectiveness of the EHR system. Statistical analysis involved the use of three tests: Paired t-tests for burnout level comparisons before and after EHR integration, ANOVA for assessment of burnout level differences in various healthcare environments with different EHR stages of adoption, and Pearson's correlation to inspect the suggestion among the usability of EHR systems and clinician well-being. The use of EHRs has been demonstrated to significantly reduce burnout, enhance job satisfaction, and enhance team collaboration in the healthcare sector. Nevertheless, issues including insufficient training and system interoperability were identified. According to the exploration, well-designed EHR systems that are adapted to the needs of practitioners can lessen administrative burden and promote a more encouraging workplace. Further research on the long-term effects of EHR systems on physician retention and mental health is suggested, along with recommendations for enhancing EHR adoption and continuing clinical support. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 140 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023140 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:140:id:140 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sumol Ratna Author-Name: Komal Lochan Behera Author-Name: Jyothi R Renuka Title: Exploring Healthcare Professionals' Perceptions and Practices on Telemedicine Adoption in Rural Regions Abstract: In rural areas with limited access to medical facilities, telemedicine has become a transformative tool in healthcare delivery. However, issues including insufficient technology infrastructure, a lack of training, and patient privacy concerns are impeding the use of telemedicine in these regions. The purpose of the research is to investigate how medical professionals in these areas perceive and utilize telemedicine. A systematic survey was used to gather information from 300 medical professionals who worked in rural healthcare settings, including doctors, nurses, and technicians. The questionnaire evaluated perceived advantages, obstacles, and comfort levels as well as other aspects affecting the adoption of telemedicine. The IBM SPSS statistical version of 29 was utilized. There are three tests used in the statistical analysis: regression analysis to examine predictors of telemedicine acceptance, t-tests to compare differences in perceptions based on professional roles, and Chi-Square Test to determine whether there is an association between adoption status and rural vs. urban settings. The results showed that although medical experts acknowledged the possibility of telemedicine to increase patient outcomes and access to care, major obstacles were found, such as a lack of training, concerns about patient privacy, and inadequate technology infrastructure. Healthcare workers' comfort levels with telemedicine vary, with doctors being more likely to use it. The research suggests that interventions like regulatory support, improved infrastructure, and training initiatives are needed to overcome obstacles using telemedicine. These measures are crucial for telemedicine to become a sustainable and integrated part of rural healthcare delivery. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 139 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023139 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:139:id:139 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Swayamsidha Mangaraj Author-Name: H. Malathi Author-Name: Shilpi Singh Title: Assessing the Efficacy of Telemedicine for Managing Chronic Illnesses in Younger Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Abstract: Telemedicine is transforming chronic disease management, particularly for younger adults with Type 2 Diabetes. This investigation evaluates its efficacy in improving glycemic control, adherence, and lifestyle changes compared to traditional care. To assess the effectiveness of telemedicine for managing Type 2 Diabetes in younger adults by evaluating health outcomes, patient engagement, and satisfaction. Data from 200 participants' intervention and control is collected at four periods (Baseline, 3, 6, and 12 months); data collection can be conducted via surveys. Key variables include HbA1c levels, medication adherence, patient engagement score, lifestyle changes score, and satisfaction with care. These variables assess the impact of telemedicine on diabetes management compared to standard in-person healthcare approaches. Using IBM SPSS 26, paired t-tests analyze intra-group HbA1c changes, ANOVA compares multi-period variations, and logistic regression determines adherence predictors. Preliminary findings suggested that telemedicine improves HbA1c levels, engagement, and adherence, though lifestyle changes vary significantly across participants. Telemedicine effectively improved diabetes management outcomes, showing significant gains in HbA1c reduction (88%), medication adherence (85%), and patient engagement (82%). Findings support telemedicine as a viable alternative to in-person care, though further analyses should explore long-term impacts and scalability challenges. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 138 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023138 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:138:id:138 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jyothi S Renuka Author-Name: Sonia Mehta Author-Name: Lulup Kumar Sahoo Title: Research on Health Informatics Systems and Their Influence on Patient Decision-Making in the Digital Age Abstract: The healthcare industry has changed due to the quick development of health informatics systems, particularly in the digital age, where patients increasingly rely on technology to manage their health. The aim is to investigate the influence of health informatics systems on patient decision-making quality in the digital age. Survey data from 317 patients using health informatics systems were collected. To evaluate factors, participants used a 5-point Likert scale to grade their experiences with these systems. Independent variables include type of health informatics system (THIS), Frequency of Use of Digital Health Tools (FUDHT), patient health literacy (PHL), access to technology (AT), and trust in digital tools (TDT), all of which influence decision-making behavior. The dependent variable is patient decision-making in the Digital Age (PDM), patient satisfaction with health decisions (PSHD), and Patient confidence in health choices (PCHC). Data was analyzed with SPSS 26, employing multiple linear regression, and path analysis to explore relationships between independent variables and patient decision-making quality, showing significant predictors of decision quality in the digital health setting. Results indicated support for hypothesis 3 (H3), as positive significant relationships among all the path coefficients and p-values validate the hypothesis. Findings highlight the critical role of digital tool accessibility, trust, and literacy in enhancing patient decision-making. Healthcare providers should focus on improving these aspects to support more informed and confident decision-making among patients in the digital age. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 137 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023137 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:137:id:137 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sameer Rastogi Author-Name: Sudhansu Sekhar Patra Author-Name: Nayana Borah Title: Investigating Healthcare Professionals’ Acceptance of Cloud Health Technologies in Rural Healthcare Centers Abstract: Cloud health technologies have the potential to enhance healthcare accessibility and service efficiency, particularly in rural areas where medical resources are limited. These technologies enable remote consultations, digital patient records, and real-time data exchange, improving decision-making and patient outcomes. It investigates healthcare professionals' acceptance of cloud health technologies in rural healthcare centers by examining key determinants influencing adoption. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 320 healthcare professionals selected from various rural hospitals. A structured questionnaire, adapted from established technology acceptance models, was used for data collection. It employs a theoretical framework that integrates technological readiness, perceived usefulness, organizational support, and individual adaptability, analyzed using structural equation modeling. The application of cloud health technologies in rural healthcare involves integrating cloud-based platforms for patient management, medical collaboration, and secure health information exchange. The adoption process depends on factors, such as rural healthcare centers, secure health information exchange, privacy and security concerns, cloud-based patient management, medical collaboration support, and secure patient access and control. Statistical analyses, including path analysis, reliability testing, and multiple regression modeling, were used to assess relationships among key variables. The findings provide actionable insights for healthcare policymakers and administrators, emphasizing the need for capacity-building programs and infrastructure development to ensure sustainable adoption in rural healthcare settings. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 136 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023136 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:136:id:136 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jaya Bhanu Kanwar Author-Name: Uzma Noor Shah Author-Name: Sachet Dawar Title: Telemedicine-Enabled Blood Glucose Monitoring as an Effective Strategy for Reducing Hypoglycaemia Risk in Diabetes Abstract: Hypoglycaemia remains an important hazard in Diabetes Mellitus (DM) management, causing severe health problems and reduced Quality of Life (QoL). Traditional monitoring systems often need the concurrent response essential to efficiently mitigate hypoglycaemic incidents. Telemedicine-enabled Blood Glucose (BG) monitoring incorporates innovative technology with remote healthcare access, offering an advanced solution for enhancing glycemic outcomes. The research evaluates the influence of telemedicine-enabled BG monitoring on reducing hypo-glycaemia risk, glycemic variability, and improving overall diabetes management effects. A total of 83 individuals with DMT1 and DMT2 are included. Participants are split into two cohorts: the intervention cohort utilized telemedicine-enabled constant glucose monitoring methods, while the control cohort employed standard monitoring techniques. The intervention included concurrent data sharing, tele-consultations, and modified suggestions. Statistical analyses incorporated regression and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) to estimate the effects of hypoglycaemia frequency, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels, and glycemic variability. The intervention cohort established a significant decrease in hypoglycaemic incidents (p < 0.05) and enhanced glycemic constancy compared to the control cohort. HbA1c levels illustrated notable enhancement, and observance to treatment procedures superior in the telemedicine cohort. Participants also reported improved satisfaction and self-reliance in managing their diabetes. Telemedicine-enabled BG monitoring efficiently reduces hypoglycaemia threat and improves glycemic outcome, observance, and patient confidence. This system provides a hopeful pathway for recovering diabetes management and recovering QoL. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 135 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023135 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:135:id:135 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Upendra Sharma US Author-Name: Roshni Majumder Author-Name: Dipak Narayan Lenka Title: Comprehensive Assessment of a Multi-Channel Physiological Sensor Platform for Real-Time Cardiac Health Monitoring Abstract: Real-time cardiac health monitoring is essential for early diagnosis and management of heart conditions. Multi-channel physiological sensors, integrating ECG, MCG, and other signals, offer improved accuracy. However, detailed evaluations using advanced statistical approaches are limited. The goal is to evaluate the performance of a multi-channel physiological sensor platform for real-time cardiac health monitoring, focusing on signal accuracy, reliability, and usability. While Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) explores relationships between factors influencing performance. A wearable sensor platform combining ECG and MCG technologies was tested with 78 participants under varying activity levels (rest, exercise) and environmental conditions. SEM, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was applied to model connections between sensor placement (SP), signal type (ST), activity level (AL), and system performance (SPF). Assesses the use of linear regression models to forecast and monitor cardiac health metrics using sensor data. SEM revealed significant links between sensor placement, environmental factors, and signal quality, explaining 75% of the variance in performance. The platform demonstrated reliable real-time monitoring with accuracy comparable to clinical standards. Sensor placement and environmental conditions were identified as key factors influencing performance, offering pathways for further optimization. This analysis enhances the potential for improved cardiac health monitoring and early intervention. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 134 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023134 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:134:id:134 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: A Geetha Bhavani Author-Name: Biswaranjan Swain Author-Name: Jamuna KV Title: Empirical Evaluation of Internet of Things Technologies for Advancing Healthcare Scalability and Performance Abstract: The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming the healthcare sector by introducing interconnected technologies that enhance remote monitoring, resource management, and service delivery. Its ability to improve scalability and performance makes a critical component of modern healthcare, particularly in addressing growing demands and resource limitations. The goal is to evaluate the role and importance of IoT technologies in improving healthcare scalability and performance, based on insights from healthcare providers and statistical analyses. To gain insights, opinions from 43 healthcare providers were collected, focusing on the significance of IoT in healthcare operations. Regression analysis, ANOVA, and paired t-tests were used to assess the relationships between IoT implementation and its impact on service quality, efficiency, and scalability. These statistical tools provided a robust framework for analyzing the benefits and challenges associated with IoT technologies. The analysis revealed that IoT significantly enhances healthcare scalability and performance. Key outcomes include improved patient monitoring, optimized resource allocation, cost-effective service delivery, healthcare service efficiency and patient satisfaction and experience. Healthcare providers emphasized the importance of IoT in meeting the needs of underserved regions and managing increased demand. Statistical tests validated these observations, demonstrating strong correlations between IoT adoption and improved operational outcomes. The statistical tests indicated healthcare service efficiency had the most significant impact through the paired t-test (t = 8.92, p = 0.000), regression analysis (β = 0.65, p = 0.000), and ANOVA (f = 10.8, p = 0.001), highlighting IoT's role in optimizing healthcare operations. IoT technologies play a pivotal role in modern healthcare by addressing challenges related to accessibility, affordability, and service efficiency. By leveraging connected devices, healthcare systems can deliver better outcomes, meet growing demands, and achieve sustainable improvements in scalability and performance. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 133 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023133 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:133:id:133 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Snehanshu Dey Author-Name: Suhas Ballal Author-Name: Avinash Kumar Title: Investigating the Impact of Cloud-Based Technologies on Healthcare Accessibility and Service Efficiency Abstract: Cloud computing has significantly transformed healthcare by providing enhanced remote access and improving service delivery efficiency. Despite its promise, there are indeed obstacles to its general acceptance, especially in developing nations where concerns about data security and underuse of ICTs prevent adoption. Research examines the factors influencing healthcare consumers' attitudes toward adopting cloud-based health systems, focusing on accessibility and service efficiency. A survey of 530 participants was conducted, and SPSS and factors were employed to examine the data. The results identify eight key factors that significantly impact healthcare consumers' behavioral intentions to adopt cloud-based healthcare technologies: perceived usefulness, facilitating conditions, performance expectancy, information sharing, social influence, and trust in technology, effort expectancy, and data security. However, Cloud-based health information was shown with no discernible effect. These findings underscore the importance of addressing consumer concerns, particularly related to security and system integration, to ensure the effective deployment of cloud-based medical centers. Such systems have the potential to improve healthcare access, especially in underserved and rural areas, while enhancing the overall efficiency of service delivery. The research suggests that healthcare policymakers and technology developers must prioritize these factors to foster greater adoption of cloud-based technologies within healthcare systems. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 132 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023132 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:132:id:132 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kavina Ganapathy Author-Name: Yogendra Bhati Author-Name: Suvendu Narayan Mishra Title: Advanced Predictive Framework for Early Detection and Classification of Psychiatric Conditions Using EEG Data Abstract: Psychiatric illnesses, such as depression, generalized anxiety disorder, and schizophrenia, tend to be characterized by mild neurophysiological markers that make early diagnosis difficult. The greatest limitation of present diagnostic approaches is the failure to detect such mild brainwave anomalies with good accuracy, especially during the early stages of the disorders. This research presents a new predictive model for the early classification and diagnosis of psychiatric diseases from Electroencephalogram (EEG) signals. The framework employs the use of the Archerfish Hunting Optimizer Tuned Spiking Neural Network (AHO-SNN). This hybrid approach combines the computational effectiveness of an evolution-inspired optimizer with spiking neural networks' (SNNs) temporal processing ability. The AHO algorithm is used to fine-tune the SNN's synaptic weights in order to make the SNN more sensitive to neural oscillations and cortical pathologies related to psychiatric disorders. The projected AHO-SNN results are precision 94%, f1-score 94%, accuracy 96%, and recall 92%. The outcomes reveal that the AHO-SNN approach obtains high diagnostic precision, separating psychiatric patients from healthy controls based on the patterns of neural activity, for instance, theta and alpha band anomalies. The technique has enormous potential to support improved early psychiatric diagnosis, facilitating timely interventions and customized treatment strategies. Future research will center on integrating multimodal biomarkers and real-time monitoring to further enhance diagnostic accuracy and increase clinical utility. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 131 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023131 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:131:id:131 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Vishal Biswas Author-Name: Satya Sundar Gajendra Mohapatra Author-Name: Pooja Varma Title: Exploring Health Professionals' Preparedness and Knowledge for Electronic Medical Record System Implementation in Hospitals Abstract: Health professionals use Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems better to deliver healthcare services and enhance operational efficiency and patient safety as well as data management capabilities. EMR system implementation success depends mostly on health professional readiness and expertise because these professionals remain as the critical users of the system. The research evaluates how health personnel prepare and understand EMR hospital implementations. A total of 167 health professionals participated, and the questionnaire was pretested on a small sample to ensure clarity, reliability, and validity before full-scale implementation. IBM SPSS version 26.0 was used to examine the data and statistical techniques such as regression analysis, T-tests, and descriptive statistics were used. These methods were used to assess important elements influencing the adoption of EMRs, such as the readiness of healthcare professionals for system integration, their understanding of EMRs, their attitudes and perspectives, implementation obstacles, and their general level of preparedness. Findings revealed that only 25.3% of health professionals demonstrated high preparedness, while 26.6% had good knowledge of EMRs. Although 58.2% viewed EMRs positively, 40.7% expressed concerns, with 28.4% citing increased workload and 24.1% highlighting data security risks. Key barriers to EMR adoption included limited Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training, poor infrastructure, and resistance to change. The research found that readiness for EMR adoption was 54.2%, significantly influenced by postgraduate education (p < 0.01) and EMR knowledge. Hospital staff needs developed organizational strategies and consistent technical assistance along with well-designed training programs to correctly adopt EMR systems. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 130 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023130 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:130:id:130 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Soumya Surath Panda Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: Sourabh Kumar Singh Title: Health Informatics Systems for Information and Decisional Control in Cancer Patients' Medical Decision-Making Abstract: Health Informatics Systems (HIS) are technology-based solutions that enhance healthcare efficiency by collecting, managing, and analyzing health data, including electronic health records, clinical decision support systems, and telemedicine platforms. HISs utilize technology to manage healthcare data, improve patient care, and enhance decision-making. The aim is to develop and evaluate HIS that enhances information management and decisional control in cancer patients' medical decision-making, ensuring informed and patient-centered care. The research surveyed 412 individuals who had been diagnosed with cancer. To ensure a diverse patient population, participants were selected from multiple healthcare institutions. The analysis utilized the Control Preferences Scale (CPS) to assess patients' preferred level of involvement in medical decisions. Patients were grouped into four decision-making categories: self-reliant, guided decision-making, co-decision, and non-participatory. The data was analyzed using SPSS 26 software to guarantee methodological rigor and reliability. Descriptive statistics, logistic regression, and analysis of variance (ANOVA) compare means across multiple groups to determine whether significant differences exist in decision-making preferences among cancer types. Self-reliance and guided decision-making are prevalent in the early stages, while non-participatory decision-making increases in the advanced stages. Logistic regression shows significant associations between HIS usage and decision-making styles. ANOVA confirms statistical differences in decision-making approaches across different patient groups. The findings highlight the diverse decision-making preferences among cancer patients, emphasizing the need for tailored HIS that support informed, and patient-centered care. Enhancing real-time data access and predictive insights can empower patients and improve collaborative decision-making in oncology. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 129 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023129 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:129:id:129 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sujayaraj Samuel Jayakumar Author-Name: Ved vrat verma Author-Name: Udaybhanu Rout Title: Advanced Predictive Modeling for Hypertension Risk Based on Health Indicators and Machine Learning Technique Abstract: Introduction: The condition of hypertension significantly accelerates the incidence of cardiovascular diseases and demands timely and proper measurement of the avoidable risk. Traditional techniques in the measurement of the pressure in the arteries provide accurate figures but are incapable of forecasting the risk of the development of hypertension. Aim: The goal was to establish an Efficient Pelican Optimized Dynamic Random Forest (EPO-DRF) model from health markers to forecast the hypertension probability. Methods: Patient information was extracted from clinical history, such as clinical predictors and lifestyle predictors of hypertension. Preprocessing, such as normalization and cleaning, was carried out to ensure precision and consistency. The significant predictors, such as age, cholesterol, blood sugar, and BMI, were determined. Optimum pelican optimization was used to increase the predictive efficiency by identifying the most significant predictors and removing redundant predictors. Result: To forecast the hypertension probability, the EPO-DRF model also displayed excellent outcomes, such as the F1-score (86.2%), the accuracy (90.4%), the sensitivity (87.5%), and the precision (85.7%). Classification performance and the most significant feature selection also underwent optimization in the course of the optimization to increase the efficacy of the model. Conclusion: The novel methodology arrived at an effective and efficient way to attain hypertension screening at an early stage, in alignment with preventive care practices and minimizing hypertension complications. It also helped healthcare analytics by having a precise predictive model to project future hypertension detection, making timely intervention and enhancing outcomes among the patients. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 128 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023128 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:128:id:128 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Swati Kemothi Author-Name: Santosh Singh Author-Name: Pooja Varma Title: Personalized Medical Diet Recommendations for Disease Management and Improved Patient Outcomes Abstract: Personalized health diets play a crucial role in infection management by tailoring diet recommendation systems to routine data, genetic factors, and specific medical conditions. Research introduces the Intelligent Nutcracker Optimized Effective Decision Tree (INO-EDT) model, designed to provide individualized nutritional guidance for managing chronic illnesses, particularly diabetes and heart disease. Medical files, questionnaires, wearable devices, and food journals serve as sources of patient data standardization and cleaning to ensure accuracy and stability. Machine Learning (ML) techniques analyze individual patient profiles to develop personalized nutrition plans that are effective, sustainable, and adaptable. The INO-EDT model incorporates a nutcracker-inspired optimization technique to enhance decision tree accuracy, fine-tuning diet recommendations based on patient-specific factors. This optimization ensures proper diet interventions with enhanced efficacy of dietary interventions in disease organization. The outcome confirms that the INO-EDT model was more accurate (98.40%), demonstrating its ability to generate proper, data-backed dietary advice. By optimizing personalized nutritional interventions, the INO-EDT model enables healthcare providers to offer more effective, patient-centered solutions, reducing complications connected with chronic diseases. This approach enhances patient outcomes by integrating intellectual algorithms that consider multiple health parameters to create a customized diet strategy. The results highlight the potential of AI-driven dietary recommendation systems in enhancing disease management, improving adherence to medical diet systems, and elevating overall quality of life. Future research will aim to expand the model's capabilities by integrating additional health markers for broader clinical applications. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 127 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023127 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:127:id:127 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Deepak Kumar Parhi Author-Name: Pooja Varma Author-Name: Supriya Awasthi Title: Integrating Clinical Data and Advanced Analytics for Accurate Readmission Predictions in Heart Failure Abstract: Heart failure (HF) is a chronic and progressive condition that significantly impacts healthcare systems worldwide due to high hospitalization and readmission rates. Traditional prediction models frequently rely on clinical assessments and historical data, but they cannot provide the accuracy required for effective intervention. Integrating clinical data with advanced analytics offers a promising approach to improving readmission prediction models, enabling targeted interventions for high-risk patients. The research aimed to develop an accurate 30 days and 60 days readmission prediction model for HF patients using clinical data and deep learning (DL) techniques. An Efficient Cockroach Swarm-tuned Deep Belief Network (ECS-DBN) model is provided to predict the risk of readmission in heart failure patients. The dataset included HF clinical information in readmissions. The dataset included health records, diagnostic test results, treatment history, and patient demographics. Data cleaning and normalization are performed to ensure accuracy and consistency. Efficient cockroach swarm optimization is employed to fine-tune the hyperparameters of the DBN, enhancing its predictive accuracy and computational efficiency of readmission in heart failure patients. An ideal categorization threshold was established based on anticipated cost reductions, and performance was evaluated using the correlation statistic. The ECS-DBN model outperformed other techniques, achieving a high accuracy (0.96), recall (0.63), precision (0.97), F1-Score (0.65) and recall (0.63) compared to the conventional method in 60 days. The results show that using advanced analytics to analyze clinical data enhances the prediction of readmission in patients with HF. By identifying high-risk individuals early on, the suggested paradigm optimizes healthcare by enabling focused interventions and improving clinical outcomes. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 126 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023126 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:126:id:126 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pooja Varma Author-Name: Sumol Ratna Author-Name: Surjeet Sahoo Title: Evaluating the Role of Informatics Systems in Early Detection and Monitoring of Dementia Progression Abstract: Dementia is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that impairs cognitive function, memory, and daily activities, posing significant challenges for patients, caregivers, and healthcare systems. Early detection and continuous monitoring of dementia progression are essential for timely intervention, improved quality of life, and effective disease management. The objective of the research is to evaluate the role of informatics systems in the early detection and monitoring of dementia progression, particularly in rural populations. Clinical, behavioral, and lifestyle data from 486 dementia patients were efficiently collected and analyzed using SPSS software. The statistical methods applied included descriptive statistics, t-tests, chi-square tests, correlation, and regression analysis. The findings identified education level, sleep quality, psychological factors, behavioral patterns, and caregiving practices as significant influences on dementia progression. Patients with no formal educational attainment experienced a 10.3% faster cognitive decline than those with higher education. Structured caregiving while poor sleep increased cognitive decline by 32.9%. Additionally, depression accelerated deterioration by 35%, whereas low activity and moderate engagement slowed by 37.0% respectively. The statistical tests reveal relationships between key analysis variables and the progression of dementia. Decreased education and poor sleep quality hastened cognitive decline in cases of degenerative and vascular dementias. This research highlights the critical role of informatics systems in enhancing dementia diagnosis, facilitating personalized treatment, and improving long-term disease management through advanced data analysis and monitoring technologies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 125 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023125 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:125:id:125 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Shilpi Singh Author-Name: Antaryami Pradhan Title: Investigating the Role of Medical Informatics in Enhancing Healthcare Accessibility and Clinical Decision-Making Abstract: Medical informatics plays a crucial role in transforming healthcare accessibility by integrating advanced technologies to improve patient care, streamline medical processes, and enhance decision-making. Medical informatics uses telemedicine and electronic health records (EHRs) to connect patients and healthcare professionals in response to the increasing need for effective healthcare services. The aim of this research is to investigate the role of medical informatics in enhancing healthcare accessibility and clinical decision-making through the use of digitized medical records. A total of 347 consultations were observed, with data collected using a work sampling technique during follow-up outpatient sessions at various hospitals. The data was analyzed using statistical methods, which include descriptive statistics, one-way ANOVA, Mann-Whitney U test and regression analysis. Findings reveal that the paper records revealed considerable disparities in consultation times across hospitals and specializations. Digital records showed notable disparities only between specializations. Consultation times were not significantly different between paper and digital records (p≥0.278), while time spent seeking computer records increased in several specialties. Digitized data, including remote access, quicker inpatient handovers, and improved record timelines, all contribute to better decision-making. This research highlights the digitized medical records, as a component of medical informatics, contribute to improved healthcare accessibility and clinical decision-making when combined with standardized operational procedures. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 124 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023124 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:124:id:124 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Debajani Nayak Author-Name: Sujayaraj Samuel Jayakumar Author-Name: Sonia Mehta Title: Comprehensive Evaluation of Computerized Information Systems in Enhancing Nursing Practice and Clinical Decisions Abstract: Nursing practice has been revolutionized by the incorporation of computerized health information systems into clinical settings, which have improved workflow efficiency, supported evidence-based decision-making, and improved patient data management. The efficacy in enhancing clinical decision-making and nursing practice requires a thorough assessment. The purpose of the research is to examine how computerized health information systems affect clinical decision-making, patient safety, and nursing workflows while identifying critical elements that affect efficacy in various healthcare settings. A comprehensive survey with an emphasis on system usability, integration into clinical processes, and perceived influence on patient outcomes was administered to 210 registered nurses from different hospital units. To achieve a comprehensive assessment, a mixed-method approach was used, combining qualitative observations and quantitative statistical analysis. It examines how computerized health information systems boost multidisciplinary collaboration, increase documentation accuracy, and assist clinical decision-making in real-time. To investigate the connections between system effectiveness, user experience, and clinical performance, descriptive and inferential statistical methods were used, such as regression analysis and structural equation modeling (SEM). Results show computerized health information systems greatly enhance decision support, clinical workflow effectiveness, and documentation accuracy. It emphasizes how crucial computerized health information systems are to contemporary nursing practice. Maximizing the influence of systems on patient care and decision-making requires improving system design, ensuring training is appropriate, and matching features with clinical requirements. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 123 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023123 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:123:id:123 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Malathi H Author-Name: Sameer Rastogi Author-Name: Nibedita Rout Title: Assessing the Integration of Health Information Technology Competencies into Critical Care Nursing Practices Abstract: Health Information Technology (HIT) is crucial in enhancing critical care nursing by improving efficiency, patient safety, and decision-making. Despite its benefits, integrating HIT competencies into nursing practice remains inconsistent due to training gaps and system usability issues. Understanding these challenges is essential for optimizing HIT adoption in critical care settings. Research aims to assess the integration of HIT competencies into critical care nursing, identifying competency levels, barriers to adoption, and the impact on clinical performance. 250 critical care nurses from multiple healthcare institutions participated in the investigation. Participants were selected using a stratified random sampling technique. A mixed-methods approach was used, including quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews. Descriptive statistics, t-tests, and regression analysis were employed to assess HIT competency levels and identify significant barriers to adoption. The best-performing factors were perceived proficiency in patient care and HIT usage frequency, which demonstrated important levels of engagement and a favorable consequence on patient results. Regression analysis revealed a significant positive correlation between HIT competency levels and perceived efficiency in patient care (p < 0.05). Addressing these issues through targeted education programs, improved system design, and institutional support is essential for enhancing patient care and nursing efficiency. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 122 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023122 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:122:id:122 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sachet Dawar Author-Name: Ritarani Nayak Author-Name: Renuka Jyothi S Title: Ethical Considerations in Critical Care Nursing and Their Impact on Professional Conduct in Intensive Care Units Abstract: Making moral decisions is a crucial part of nursing practice since intensive care units (ICUs) commonly provides moral conundrums pertaining to patient autonomy, informed consent, and resource allocation. Critical care nursing requires intricate decision-making in high-pressure environments in shaping patient care and professional conduct. Despite their importance in ICUs, ethical considerations often cause moral distress and uncertainty for nurses. The absence of standardized training and institutional support leads to inconsistencies in professional conduct, affecting patient care quality and teamwork. Research involved ICU nurses from multiple hospitals, with a sample size of 150 participants selected through stratified random sampling. Both descriptive and inferential statistical analysis were performed, such as logistic regression models to examine the impact of ethical training on critical care decision-making and chi-square tests to investigate associations between professional behaviour and ethical awareness. The findings revealed a significant correlation between ethical awareness and professional conduct, with nurses who received formal ethical training demonstrating higher adherence to ethical principles. Ethical challenges related to appropriate care and resource allocation were the most frequently reported dilemmas. Additionally, nurses with institutional support and ethical guidelines exhibited lower levels of moral distress and improved interdisciplinary collaboration. Resolving these moral dilemmas improves decision-making, lessens moral suffering, and creates a more moral and professional intensive care unit, all of which contribute to better patient care. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 121 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023121 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:121:id:121 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Madhusmita Nayak Author-Name: Jamuna KV Author-Name: Roshni Majumder Title: Ethical Dimensions of Maternal Compliance with Medical Guidelines in Obstetric and Midwifery Healthcare Settings Abstract: Evaluating maternal compliance with medical ethics during childbirth is essential for enhancing healthcare outcomes. Research investigates maternal attitudes toward key medical ethics standards, including Self-determination, ethical responsibility, equity, and beneficence. A total of 475 women participated, completing a 50-item Likert-scale questionnaire designed to assess these principles. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) is utilized to evaluate the construct strength of the implement, and the data are examined utilizing Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) 28 and Analysis of Moment Structures (AMOS) 28. The analysis revealed significant positive associations between Self-determination and beneficence, as well as between beneficence and Ethical Responsibility. Furthermore, both direct and indirect relationships are identified between Self-determination and Equity, with increased Self-determination leading to a direct rise in Equity and an indirect increase mediated by beneficence. These findings underscore the importance of respecting Self-determination to improve maternal compliance with medical guidelines. Prioritizing Self-determination enhances maternal birth experiences; self-determination has a significant correlation with beneficence (0.62) and equity (0.48). Enhancing self-determination-driven care enhances Ethical responsibility (0.49), providing ethical, patient-centered obstetric care and encouraging legislators to improve maternal healthcare frameworks. The outcomes offer precious insights for healthcare decision-makers and practitioners planning to incorporate ethical principles into maternal healthcare practices. This approach has the potential to elevate the quality of care in obstetric settings, ultimately contributing to better healthcare delivery for mothers during childbirth. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 120 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023120 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:120:id:120 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Malathi H Author-Name: Rohini Author-Name: Laxmidhar Maharana Title: Ethical Challenges in Pharmaceutical Marketing: A Multidimensional Analysis of Healthcare Industry Practices Abstract: Pharmaceutical marketing plays a crucial role in shaping healthcare practices, influencing both medical professionals and consumers. However, ethical concerns have emerged regarding deceptive advertising, financial incentives for healthcare providers, and the exploitation of vulnerable populations. The objective is to assess how various marketing strategies influence public and healthcare professionals' ethical perceptions of pharmaceutical industry practices and identify areas for improvement in regulatory frameworks. Independent variables include Direct-to-Consumer Advertising (DTCA), Financial Incentives (FI) to healthcare providers, Transparency of Drug Information (TDI), Regulatory Compliance (RC), and Public Trust (PT) in the pharmaceutical industry. The dependent variable is the Ethical Perception of Pharmaceutical Marketing(EPPM),measured by the perceptions of healthcare professionals and patients on the ethical practices in pharmaceutical marketing and their trust in the industry. Data is collected through surveys of 306 healthcare professionals and 216 patients, along with interviews with pharmaceutical executives, using descriptive statistics and regression analysis in SPSS 25. Regression analysis reveals significant correlations between pharmaceutical marketing practices and public trust. Descriptive statistics were performed to identify relationships between revealed varying levels of ethical concerns, particularly related to DTCA and financial incentives. The findings suggest that increased transparency, adherence to regulations, and ethical advertising could improve industry practices and enhance public confidence in pharmaceutical companies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 119 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023119 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:119:id:119 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ranjana Singh Author-Name: Gourab Arun Author-Name: Jyothi S Renuka Title: Investigating the Ethical Dimensions of Public and Professional Perceptions of Organ Donation Legislation Abstract: The ethical dimensions of public and professional perceptions of organ donation legislation focus on autonomy, consent, and fairness. It compares the views of the general public and healthcare professionals regarding different policies. The objectives are to assess ethical concerns related to organ donation, explore differences in public and professional perceptions, and identify key factors influencing support for organ donation legislation. Surveys will be distributed to the public and healthcare professionals. A total of 1,456 individuals were invited, with 987 completing the survey publicly, including healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, bioethicists, legal experts, and transplant patients. Key variables include ethical concerns about autonomy, support for opt-in vs. opt-out systems, awareness of ethical issues in organ donation legislation, and perceived fairness of organ allocation systems. Data will be analyzed using IBM SPSS 25, with descriptive statistics, regression analysis, and t-tests to identify significant differences between public and professional perceptions, as well as relationships between ethical concerns and demographic factors. Descriptive statistics frequencies, means, and percentages summarized the demographic information and responses related to ethical concerns and policy support. T-tests were used to compare the means between two groups: public vs. professionals, specifically regarding their support for opt-in/opt-out systems. It will provide insights into ethical challenges in organ donation policies, highlighting the need for more transparent public education and ethical policy reforms that balance autonomy and public health needs. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 118 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023118 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:118:id:118 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pradeepta Sekhar Patro Author-Name: Jamuna KV Author-Name: Rama Sankar Title: Analyzing the Ethical Implications of Resource Allocation and Patient Autonomy in Rehabilitation Medicine Abstract: Ethical dilemmas in rehabilitation medicine, especially around resource allocation and patient autonomy, play a critical role in clinical decision-making. The challenge of limited resources makes it essential to understand how physicians navigate these issues in their daily practice. The objective is to analyze how resource constraints affect ethical decision-making in rehabilitation, focusing on balancing patient autonomy with the allocation of limited resources. A survey was conducted with 73 rehabilitation doctors, assessing their views on key ethical issues in resource-limited settings. Chi-square tests were used to identify associations among demographic factors and ethical attitudes, Correlation Analysis examined the relationship between views on resource allocation and patient autonomy. Regression Analysis was employed to identify significant predictors of ethical decision-making, with an emphasis on experience and professional background. Chi-Square Tests showed that Patient Autonomy Priority (χ² = 5.12) were more likely to prioritize patient autonomy, while Resource Allocation Efficiency (χ² = 6.21), more experienced doctors leaned toward resource efficiency. Correlation Analysis revealed a moderate relationship between attitudes toward resource allocation and patient autonomy, suggesting potential conflicts in decision-making. The findings underscore the influence of demographic factors on ethical decision-making in rehabilitation medicine. Understanding these influences can guide interventions aimed at fostering a more balanced, patient-centered approach to care in resource-limited environments, offering valuable insights for improving ethical practices in clinical settings. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 117 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023117 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:117:id:117 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: RK Sinha Author-Name: Krishna Kumari Samantaray Title: A Quantitative Assessment of Medical Ethics Competence in Undergraduate Nursing and Midwifery Students Abstract: Competence in medical ethics is vital for nursing and midwifery students to navigate ethical dilemmas in clinical practice. Understanding how these students apply ethical principles is crucial for improving healthcare education. This assessment aimed to assess the level of medical ethics competence among undergraduate nursing and midwifery students and explore demographic factors that may influence their performance. A total of 316 undergraduate nursing and midwifery students participated in the assessment. Participants completed a structured questionnaire consisting of case-based scenarios designed to evaluate their knowledge and application of core ethical principles, including autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice. Data were analyzed using independent samples t-test, chi-square test, and multiple regression analysis. Most students demonstrated a basic understanding of medical ethics but struggled to apply ethical principles to clinical scenarios. Senior students performed better than first-year students and gender differences were observed in specific ethical areas. Regression analysis revealed that the year of study and GPA were significant predictors of medical ethics competence. Findings emphasize the need for a more practical and case-based approach to ethics education. Strengthening ethics training in nursing and midwifery programs, particularly in later years, can better prepare students for the ethical challenges faced in clinical settings. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 116 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023116 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:116:id:116 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pragati Saxena Author-Name: Asish Malla Title: Examining the Role of Communication Competence in Enhancing Patient Satisfaction in Medical Environments Abstract: In medical environments, communication competence refers to a healthcare provider's ability to convey information, listen actively, demonstrate empathy, and use appropriate verbal and non-verbal cues to engage with patients. An effective relationship between medical care providers and patients is a critical factor in ensuring high-quality medical care and enhancing patient satisfaction (PS). This research examines the role of communication competence (CC) in enhancing PS within medical settings. The research was conducted across three major hospitals, involving a total of 120 patients and 120 healthcare providers, including physicians and nurses. Data collection incorporated structured surveys and in-depth interviews, with communication competence measured using the Healthcare Communication Competency Scale and patient satisfaction assessed through the PS Questionnaire. Statistical analyses included Pearson’s correlation analysis, descriptive statistics, and multiple linear regression models to determine the predictive power of communication competence on PS while controlling for demographic factors. Additionally, qualitative thematic analysis was employed to explore patients’ perceptions of communication effectiveness. Results indicate an important direct correlation (r = 0.78, p < 0.001) between communication competence and patient satisfaction. Regression analysis further establishes that communication competence is a strong analyst of PS, highlighting that clear explanations, active listening, and empathetic interactions significantly enhance the patient experience. Patients who perceived their healthcare providers as highly competent communicators reported greater trust, reduced anxiety, and increased adherence to treatment recommendations. Healthcare providers with strong communication skills foster better patient trust, engagement, and adherence to treatment. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 115 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023115 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:115:id:115 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Debasmita Tripathy Author-Name: Malathi H Author-Name: Pallavi Prakash Chandra Title: Developing Patient-Centered Communication Models to Improve Patient Engagement and Enhance Clinical Efficiency Abstract: The importance of communication, centered around the patients, has proven effective in enhancing patient engagement and improving clinical efficiency despite restrictions of time and ability often preventing effective communication in circumstances surrounding trauma care. Breakdown of communication in such an environment shall bid a huge impact on the outcome of a patient; hence, that sets the background of developing a context within which communication strategies can happen to be responsive to the dynamics of the trauma team. Research recruited 126 medical hospital staff within trauma teams who had undergone communication training completely focused on patient-centered approaches. The training was to improve patient engagement and team communication during trauma encounters. Participants engaged in simulated trauma scenarios both before and after the training, which was followed by a 6-week follow-up. Data was analyzed with one way ANOVA with post-hoc Tukey’s test and regression analysis aimed at investigating the effect and sustainability of communication improvement. There was a significant improvement in communication and patient engagement behaviors after the training (p<0.05), and, although quite a renaissance regarding some loss of retention (p>0.05), those effects were maintained at the 6-week follow-up. Regression analysis showed that pre-training knowledge about communication and intensity of training for the retention of improved communication performance in the longer run were the two major factors. Research shows that brief training interventions can greatly improve trauma team communications for a long period of time, consequently leading to enhanced patient engagement as well as improved clinical efficiency. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 114 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023114 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:114:id:114 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Renuka Jyothi S Author-Name: Nidhi Srivastava Author-Name: Srikant Kumar Dhar Title: Evaluating the Impact of Digital Communication on Healthcare Service Efficiency and Patient Treatment Outcomes Abstract: Processes for patient treatment and service provision have changed as a product of the practice of digital communication expertise in the medical sector. The research assesses how digital communication affects patient treatment results and the effectiveness of healthcare services. A sample of 60 medical professionals and 200 patients was chosen from telemedicine platforms, clinics, and hospitals. In addition to healthcare service indicators like wait times and consultation lengths, data were gathered through surveys and questionnaires that evaluated patient satisfaction, treatment adherence, and healthcare professional efficiency. Key trends in service efficiency and satisfaction were compiled using descriptive statistics, and healthcare service measures were compared before and after the use of digital communication technologies using a paired sample t-test. The findings show that digital communication skills have a major effect on increased coordination among healthcare practitioners, shorter wait times, and quicker reaction times. Patients expressed better participation and satisfaction with their treatment schedules, especially after having access to up-to-date health information. However, problems like digital accessibility and data security exist. The findings suggest that while digital communication enhances healthcare efficiency and treatment outcomes, these obstacles must be tackled to harness the advantages. It emphasizes the vital role of continuous innovation and adaptation in healthcare to provide effective, efficient, and fair healthcare delivery in the digital era. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 113 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023113 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:113:id:113 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Neha Rana Author-Name: Samir Sahu Author-Name: Jamuna KV Title: The Effect of Perceived Risks on Doctors’ Telemedicine Adoption: A Structural Equation Modelling Analysis Abstract: The explosive increase in telemedicine has revolutionized the distribution of health care by providing sufficient benefits in terms of ease and access. However, the perceived risks using the health care provider's desire to use telemedicine system, which is important for their success. Research examines how perceived risks influence physicians' intentions to adopt telemedicine, with a focus on communication dynamics between healthcare professionals and telemedicine providers. By analyzing the relationships between risk perceptions, attitudes, and adoption behavior using structural equation modelling (SEM), research highlights the critical role that communication plays in shaping doctors' adoption decisions. A standardized questionnaire was used to gather information from 300 doctors across a range of medical disciplines. Seven key factors were examined: perceived advantages, technological difficulty, privacy risk, financial risk, social risk, performance risk, and trust in telemedicine. To uncover the underlying structure of these factors and the role of communication in managing perceived risks, the data were initially set through an Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA). Regression analysis then explored how these variables influenced adoption intentions. The findings revealed that while financial and social concerns had a minor impact, performance and privacy issues considerably reduced physicians' willingness to use telemedicine. Adoption intentions were positively impacted by perceived advantages; trust in telemedicine, and effective communication about the technology's benefits. Research provides insight into factors affecting telemedicine decision, addresses alleged risk to health care leaders and decision makers and advises to build trust through effective communication strategies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 112 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023112 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:112:id:112 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Subhashree Ray Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: Money Saxena Title: Evaluating Physician-Patient Communication: Comparing Observer Ratings and Frequency-Based Measures Abstract: Effective physician-patient communication is crucial for improving patient outcomes and satisfaction. However, assessing communication quality remains challenging due to the variety of available evaluation techniques. The research sought to contrast various methods to the measurement of physician-patient communication, including salient elements like patient participation, physician information transmission, emotional content, non-verbal communication, and rapport. 110 physician-patient consultations were analyzed utilizing two contrasting methods, such as frequency measures, to capture verbal and non-verbal action and professional observer standardized rater ratings. To compare these, high-level statistical processes, e.g., regression analysis and Spearman's rank correlation, were used to cross-match the data obtained. The results revealed low to moderate correlations between self-reports of communication by patients and physicians, which were not statistically significant. However, stronger and statistically significant correlations were observed between observer ratings and frequency-based measures. These results indicate that although each measurement method measures different dimensions of communication, the methods are complementary, and are informative about the dynamics of communication between physicians and patients. The research also indicates the significance of rapport-building and non-verbal communication in effective communication. Frequency-based metrics were also identified as effective in assessing real-time communication dynamics, highlighting the benefits of employing various measurement methods for a more thorough evaluation of communication quality. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 111 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023111 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:111:id:111 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Avir Sarkar Author-Name: Manoranjan Dash Title: Doctor-Patient Trust and Communication: A Dyadic Perspective on Relationship Interdependence and Reciprocity Abstract: Interpersonal trust shows a fundamental role in shaping the quality of doctor-patient interactions, directly influencing communication effectiveness, patient satisfaction, and adherence to medical recommendations. Understanding the dynamic interplay between doctor and patient trust levels can provide deeper insights into how communication processes unfold and how trust influences these exchanges. This exploration aims to explore the association between interpersonal trust and the quality of dyadic communication in healthcare settings. 200 participants were selected and participated in structured interviews and completed trust and communication quality assessments. Data were analyzed using SPSS (version 26) and AMOS for Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and regression analysis were performed to explore associations among the variables, while SEM was applied to test the structural relationships between trust perception, communication effectiveness, and adherence. The findings revealed a regression analyses of trust perception (β = 0.68, t =8.92) and doctor’s responsiveness (β = 0.64, t = 8.11). SEM results confirmed that higher trust perception significantly improves doctor communication (β = 0.68, p < 0.01), enhances patient trust (β = 0.64, p < 0.01), and doctor responsiveness (β = 0.63, p < 0.01). Additionally, improved communication effectiveness acted as a mediator between trust perception and patient adherence, reinforcing the importance of trust-building efforts. The investigation highlights that interpersonal trust plays a crucial role in enhancing doctor-patient communication. Higher trust levels lead to clearer information exchange, stronger emotional support, and greater adherence to medical advice. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 110 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023110 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:110:id:110 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Manti Debnath Author-Name: Rajashree Panigrahi Title: Evaluating Satisfaction and Self-Confidence in Critical Care Training: A Simulation-Based Learning Research in Medical Education Abstract: Simulation-based learning (SBL) is recognized as an invaluable teaching medium in medical education, providing an opportunity for healthcare practitioners to acquire hands-on experience in managing emergencies within a controlled environment. Although the practice of critical care needs no emphasis in medical training, there is little empirical evidence regarding the effects of simulation-based learning on medical trainees. This research assesses how an SBL would increase satisfaction and self-confidence in medical trainees concerning critical care scenarios. A total of 170 participants included undergraduate medical trainees who took part in well-structured simulation exercises depicting live emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, and sepsis. In evaluating the effect of SBL, participants had to complete pre- and post-simulation satisfaction and self-confidence surveys. A paired t-test was used to compare pre-and post-simulation self-confidence ratings. Finally, descriptive statistics were used to assess the satisfaction levels, and thematic analysis was conducted for the qualitative feedback from participants. A significant change in self-confidence was documented post-simulation (p<0.05). On the whole, participants were happy with the simulation practice, particularly the levels of realism and the opportunity for hands-on practice. Feedback indicated that training-specific debriefing sessions were greatly valued for reinforcing learning and skills acquisition. The research supports the incorporation of SBL into critical care curricula to promote the greater preparation of healthcare professionals for high-stakes clinical situations. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 109 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023109 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:109:id:109 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rajesh Kumar Lenka Author-Name: Manashree Mane Author-Name: Keshav Title: Examining the Learning Outcomes of Multimedia-Assisted Instruction in Surgical Training for Medical Students Abstract: Surgical training has traditionally relied on hands-on experience with cadavers or animal models; however, these methods have limitations, leading to the exploration of synthetic and virtual reality models as alternatives. Multimedia-assisted instruction has emerged as a promising approach for teaching complex surgical procedures, such as the design and construction of synthetic skin flaps.A total of 126 volunteer of final-year medical students were distributed at random to two groups: a control group (Ctrl grp) (n=63), which studied a text-based article, and a test group (Test grp) (n=63), which used multimedia software to learn how to create a rhomboid synthetic skin flap. Both groups then performed a synthetic skin flap procedure on a training bench model. IBM SPSS Statistics 25.0 was used to do the statistical analysis, with paired t-tests to contrast pre-and post-test results, and independent t-tests to compare the performance among the two groups. Test grp demonstrated significantly better performance, with higher objective checklist scores, global assessments, procedural accuracy, time taken to complete the procedure, and confidence levels in performing the procedure (p < 0.05), contrasted to the Ctrl grp.Multimedia-assisted instruction significantly enhances both subjective and objective learning outcomes in surgical training for medical students, particularly when using synthetic skin flap models. These findings support the adoption of multimedia tools for teaching complex surgical procedures. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 108 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023108 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:108:id:108 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Harsh Bhati Author-Name: Jitendra Narayan Senapati Title: Analyzing Surgical Competency Development through Robotic and Laparoscopic Simulation-Based Training Abstract: Minimally invasive surgery is becoming increasingly common, yet laparoscopic techniques often present a steep learning curve. Robotic surgical systems can offer a more efficient training pathway. The research compared robotic and laparoscopic simulation-based training in developing surgical competency among surgical trainees and medical students. A total of 230 participants were randomly assigned to two groups: surgical trainees (Group 1, n=115) and medical students (Group 2, n=115). Group 1 received 6 hours of laparoscopic or robotic simulation training before completing three surgical tasks with cadaveric varieties. Group 2 underwent 3 hours of training on either platform and completed a single surgical task. Performance was assessed using the Surgical Competency Assessment Tool (SCAT, maximum score of 30), the time taken to complete each task and the number of suture errors. The results showed that Group 1 demonstrated significantly better performance after robotic training, with a median SCAT score of 27.00 for the robotic group compared to 18.00 for the laparoscopic group (P < 0.001). The robotic group also made fewer errors in both continuous and interrupted sutures (P < 0.001). Similarly, Group 2 completed more interrupted sutures with fewer errors and less time when trained on the robotic platform (P < 0.001). Additionally, both groups reported reduced fatigue and greater physical comfort with robotic training (P < 0.001). Using SPSS (version 25), data were analyzed by applying descriptive statistics, Mann-Whitney U tests for non-parametric data, and independent t-tests for continuous variables. These findings suggest that robotic simulation-based training enhances the development of surgical competency more effectively than laparoscopic training. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 107 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023107 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:107:id:107 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dipak Sethi Author-Name: Aniruddh Dash Title: Comparative Analysis of Virtual Reality Simulation and Conventional Training in Temporal Bone Dissection Abstract: A novel method for teaching a variety of medical operations is virtual reality (VR) simulation, which can potentially improve learning without the hazards of conventional hands-on training. A crucial ability in otolaryngology that calls for accuracy and skill is the dissection of cadaveric temporal bones. A total of 155 individuals with little to no prior knowledge of temporal bone dissection were randomized to either the VR group (85 participants), which trained under supervision using a VR simulator, or the traditional group (70 participants), which used models, videos, and small group instructions. Participants dissected a cadaveric temporal bone after training, and blinded assessors evaluated the results using six criteria: anatomical accuracy, technique, efficiency, overall performance, injury size, and end product. The results revealed that the VR group outperformed the traditional group, achieving significantly higher scores in the end product, causing fewer injuries to anatomical structures, and demonstrating better overall performance, with all differences being statistically significant. The research employed IBM SPSS statistics (version 26) for statistical analysis, and an independent t-test was used to compare the groups' mean scores. The results indicated fair to moderate reliability when inter-rater reliability was evaluated using the Intra-class Correlation Coefficient (ICC) and the kappa statistic. These findings suggest that VR simulation is a more effective means of honing cadaveric temporal bone dissection abilities than traditional training techniques. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 106 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023106 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:106:id:106 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pusparaj Samantsinghar Author-Name: Dharmsheel Shrivastava Title: Longitudinal Assessment of Competency Development in Post-Mortem Examination Training for Medical Students Abstract: Post-mortem examinations were vital in forensic science, helped to determine the cause of death and offered essential insights for medico-legal investigations. Proper training in autopsy procedures was crucial for medical students pursuing careers in forensic pathology. However, little was known about how competency in this area develops over time. Research aims to assess how medical students’ competency in performing post-mortem examinations evolves throughout their training and to identify factors that influence skill development. A total of 183 medical students participated, with their competency evaluated at various stages of training. During assessments, participants demonstrated their technical competence as well as diagnostic abilities and procedural expertise. IBM SPSS software version 29 has been utilized in the research. ANOVA, Chi-square tests and T-tests formed the basis for performance assessment, as these methods revealed periodic performance differences and competency reinforcement variables. Student skills significantly improved due to the training curriculum used during the educational journey. Students achieved notable advancement in the technical capabilities together with improvement in precise medical diagnosis. Education combined with repeated practice developed essential skills significantly as early training focused on distinct abilities compared to later stages of training. Post-mortem examination training programs helped students achieve marked progress in the competence development. Systematic assessment methods proved essential for forensic pathology education, as they helped medical students achieve professional-level skill development, according to the data results. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 105 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023105 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:105:id:105 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Deepak Malla Author-Name: Aurolipy Das Title: Investigating the Contribution of Peer-Assisted Learning to Student Competency in Medical Education Abstract: Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) is a cutting-edge teaching and learning approach that allows students to work with their peers to develop greater comprehension and proficiency. Comparing PAL to conventional pedagogical techniques, the research examines how PAL helps medical students improve their abilities, especially in the clinical and theoretical areas. The main goal was to determine how well PAL improved medical students' proficiency in the practical and cognitive components of medical education. Using a quasi-experimental approach, 70 medical students were evaluated over the course of a semester; 35 in the PAL intervention group engaged in structured peer-teaching sessions, while 35 in the control group received traditional instructor-led lectures. Data collection included formative assessments, summative exams, peer evaluations, clinical skills assessments, and student self-assessments. The analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) and the Mann-Whitney U test were implemented to evaluate group differences, adjusting for baseline performance and non-parametric distributions. The PAL group exhibited statistically significant improvements in assessment at p<0.005. Peer evaluations indicated substantial growth in teaching and clinical competencies among the peer-teachers. ANCOVA and the Mann-Whitney U test results confirmed that PAL significantly enhanced teaching effectiveness and practical skills. The findings underscore PAL's potential as an effective pedagogical strategy for bridging theoretical concepts with practical applications in medical education. Further examination with larger sample sizes and longitudinal data is recommended to explore the long-term impact and scalability of PAL in medical curricula. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 104 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023104 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:104:id:104 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Debanjana Prasad Author-Name: Pratibha Khosla Title: A Multidimensional Assessment of Generative AI Models in Theoretical and Clinical Nursing Education Abstract: Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) has rapidly emerged as an advanced technology with the potential to revolutionize various sectors, including education and healthcare. Despite the growing interest in applying GAI models to nursing education, there remains a lack of comprehensive research assessing their multidimensional impact. Research aims to determine the multifaceted impact of GAI on nursing education, focusing on its effectiveness and challenges. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining qualitative interviews and focus groups with quantitative surveys and pre-and post-test assessments. Research involved nursing students, educators, and clinical practitioners from various institutions and healthcare settings, with a total of 820 participants gathered. Thematic analysis was employed to examine views, experiences, and issues pertaining to GAI in qualitative data. IBM SPSS software version 28 is used for the statistical analysis. Descriptive statistics were used to examine quantitative data to compile survey results and measures of academic achievement, while the findings of the pre- and post-tests were compared using paired t-tests to measure changes in knowledge and clinical skills. The GAI model is to increase student engagement (from 60% to 80%), improvement in personalized learning (from 65% to 87%), and an increase in theoretical knowledge retention (from 70% to 95%). The findings suggest that GAI enhances student engagement, offers personalized learning experiences, and improves theoretical knowledge retention. The research highlights the need for careful integration of GAI into nursing curricula and offers recommendations for addressing the ethical considerations and ensuring effective use in clinical training. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 103 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023103 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:103:id:103 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pravati Tripathy Author-Name: Sujayaraj Samuel Jayakumar Author-Name: Avinash Kumar Title: Investigation of Online Interactive Modules for Strengthening Emergency Preparedness in Nursing Education Abstract: The effective emergency preparedness in nursing education necessitated innovative teaching strategies that strengthened both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Traditional instruction alone failed to provide nursing students with the critical competencies required for high-pressure emergency scenarios. Research examined the role of online interactive modules in improving emergency response proficiency, focusing on Emergency and Life Support Training (ELST), a web-based multimedia simulation game designed to enhance engagement, motivation, and skill acquisition in emergency care. A controlled investigation was carried out with final-year undergraduate nursing students (N=120) to assess the efficiency of ELST in emergency guidance. The intervention group engaged with ELST before realistic training, while the control group received conventional coaching. Quantitative investigation, performed using SPSS, involved an independent t-test to evaluate group performance, a paired t-test to assess within-group development, and a Chi-square test to analyze categorical differences in competency levels. The findings proved a statistically significant enhancement (p < 0.05) in key emergency competencies, including equipment verification, airway assessment, safe and effective use of a defibrillator, chest compression technique, and emergency medication management. Qualitative comments underscored the profit of interactive learning, as students reported increased confidence, faster decision-making, and better retention of emergency protocols. These results highlighted the potential of integrating simulation-based modules into nursing curricula to improve engagement, reinforce practical skills, and advance preparedness for critical situations. Incorporating digital learning equipment into emergency education bridged the break between academic instruction and real-world submission, finally leading to more capable and confident nursing professionals. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 102 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023102 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:102:id:102 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Malathi H Author-Name: Ashutosh Niranjan Author-Name: Sasmita Das Title: Evaluating the Impact of Simulation-Based Training on Nursing Student Clinical Decision-Making Skills Abstract: Nursing students must be able to make clinical decisions that have a direct impact on patient outcomes and quality of care. Traditional clinical training may not provide sufficient hands-on experience in complex or high-risk situations. Simulation-based training (SBT) provides a controlled environment where students can practice clinical decision-making (CDM), but its direct impact on decision-making competence requires further research. To evaluate the ability of SBT to improve nurse trainees' competence in CDM. To compare progress in reaction time, critical thinking, problem-solving, confidence, and decision-making before and after simulation training. A quasi-experimental pre-test/post-test approach was used, with nursing students in the clinical training phase. Participants underwent high-fidelity simulation (HFS) scenarios to evaluate their decision-making ability. Data were gathered by structured observational checklists, self-reported confidence questionnaires, and performance evaluations. ANOVAs and paired t-tests were used to compare the results before and after the intervention. Results showed that SBT significantly improved nursing students' ability to evaluate critical thinking, their level of confidence, and their ability to respond time effectively under pressure. The findings demonstrated that following the intervention, decision-making abilities significantly improved; SBT is an effective educational technique to help nursing students improve their CDM skills. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 101 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023101 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:101:id:101 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Chandan Das Author-Name: Renuka Jyothi S Author-Name: Rohini Title: Adaptive Control Strategies for Bioprinting Tissues and Organs in Biomedical Engineering Applications Abstract: Bioprinting is a revolutionary technology in the area of producing organs and tissues in biomedical engineering. Despite potential, variability in bioinks, nonlinear dynamics, and variability in the environment cause precision and reliability in the process. The current methods, such as the Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) controller, are plagued with disadvantages such as slow convergence, susceptibility to local minima, and a lack of adaptability in variable conditions. Overcoming these disadvantages, a hybrid system is presented, Scalable Shuffled Shepherd-tuned adaptive PID controller (SSS-Adaptive PID). The Adaptive PID Controller dynamically adapts in real time with variable conditions and guarantees stability and responsiveness. The SSS Optimization maximizes optimization with increased convergence and enhanced robustness and overcomes the issues with time-varying and nonlinear conditions in bioprinting. The results of the experiments are reduced Rise Time (0.21 × 10⁻5 sec), Settling Time (0.05 × 10⁻3 sec) and peak time (0.09 × 10⁻3 sec). Improved cell viability and structure fidelity are also noted in printed constructs. It overcomes the disadvantages to conventional methods and is a consistent and efficient solution in 3D bioprinting. By permitting adaptive and accurate control, the system makes high-quality organs and tissues production possible in biomedical applications. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 100 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2023100 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:100:id:100 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rolando Eslava-Zapata Author-Name: Verenice Sánchez-Castillo Author-Name: Carlos Alberto Gómez-Cano Title: Diversity in university education: A study in the Latin American context Abstract: Introduction: In recent decades, studies on inclusive university education and diversity have increased to evaluate access to higher education and the permanence of vulnerable groups in universities. This study aims to analyze diversity in higher education in the Latin American context. Methods: The article is qualitative and documentary, based on the leading scientific publications on university education and diversity. The research is approached from the hermeneutic-interpretative approach and the principle of Analytical Induction. Grounded Theory is adopted as a qualitative research method to identify theoretical-conceptual elements and their interrelations. Results: The results show the formation of two subcategories: The first subcategory is "Teacher profile," which refers to specific characteristics of the teacher who recognizes diversity and works with diversity, and the second subcategory is "University context," which refers to the educational process that universities carry out to achieve teaching-learning models that consider diversity. In this sense, "Diversity in university education" emerges, resulting from a diversification of higher education institutions and administrative and institutional differentiation. Conclusions: Diversity in universities is key to students' development of learning, skills, and critical thinking, which is closely linked to social justice and the proper exercise of democracy. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 99 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202299 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:99:id:99 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Santiago Almeida Campos Author-Name: Mario Javier Garcés Ginarte Title: Electronic Medical Journal reviewers´ work during 2021 Abstract: Introduction: peer review is the process by which a manuscript is assessed independently, subjectively and critically. Reviewers play an important role in ensuring the integrity of the academic record; they must behave responsibly and ethically, avoiding misconduct in scientific publication. The objective is to characterize the work of the reviewers of the Electronic Medical Journal during the year 2021. Methods: a descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out, obtaining the entire universe that constitutes 1125 reviews. The data was extracted from the statistical reports generated by the Open Journal System and stored in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet. The variables used were: institutional affiliation of the reviewers from the province of Matanzas, province of non-Matanzas reviewers, country of origin of foreign reviewers, number of reviews per article and frequency of possible decisions. Results: reviewers with institutional affiliation "University of Medical Sciences of Matanzas" predominated (73,2%), only 2,4% were from other provinces and 1,6% were foreigners. 39,2% of the papers received 2 reviews, the most common decision was “Not publishable” (23,3%) and 44,2% of all reviews were not completed. Conclusions: in the studied sample there are problems regarding: availability of reviewers, delay and precision. The work of the referees should be recognized according to specific strategies, as an incentive to improve the response to a request and the quality of reviews. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 73 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202273 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:73:id:73 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ana María Chaves Cano Title: Digital transformation in medical education: Pedagogical innovations and challenges in the post-COVID-19 Abstract: Introduction: The digital transformation in medical education has seen significant progress between 2018 and 2022, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This article examines the main trends and challenges in this field. Highlights include the adoption of online learning platforms, virtual simulations, artificial intelligence, gamification, and international collaboration. Methodology: This article used a desk review approach to determine the most frequent trends and challenges in the scientific literature on the topic in question between 2018 and 2022. The study was structured into five key stages, which allowed the organization of the search, analysis, and results preparation process. Results: These innovations ensured the continuity of medical training during the health crisis. They also revealed gaps in infrastructure, teacher training, and equitable access to digital resources. Artificial intelligence and virtual simulations proved to be valuable tools for personalized learning and clinical practice, although their implementation poses ethical and pedagogical challenges. Gamification emerged as a motivating strategy, but its effectiveness depends on careful integration with traditional methods. International collaboration and open educational resources democratized access to knowledge, although inequalities persist that limit their global impact. Conclusion: This analysis underscores the need for a balanced approach that combines technological innovation with comprehensive and equitable medical training, in order to prepare health professionals for the challenges of the future. Keywords: COVID-19, medical education, pedagogical innovation, emerging technologies, digital transformation. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 72 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202272 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:72:id:72 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carlos Alberto Gómez Cano Title: The role of artificial intelligence and big data in health sciences research: Review of advances and educational perspectives Abstract: Introduction: Artificial intelligence (AI) and big data have revolutionized research and education in Health Sciences between 2018 and 2022. They offer innovative tools for data analysis, medical diagnosis and treatment personalization. This article reviews the most significant advances in this field. Applications such as predictive medicine, the use of big data in public health and the integration of technologies in the training of health professionals are highlighted. Methodology: It was carried out using a documentary review approach. To do so, several scientific texts were consulted, with a predominance of original or review articles, published between 2018 and 2022. The sources came mainly from databases such as Scopus, Web of Science and Google Scholar and were processed through the bibliographic manager Zotero. Results: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of these tools, highlighting their potential and persistent challenges. The quality of data, teacher training and gaps in access to technological resources are highlighted; in the educational field, adaptive learning platforms and simulations based on real data have transformed teaching methods, although their implementation requires significant investments. In addition, the ethical and regulatory aspects associated with the use of AI and big data are discussed, and the need for global standards that protect privacy and avoid bias in algorithms is underlined. Conclusion: This integrative analysis provides a critical overview of how these technologies shape the present and future of health, identifying challenges and opportunities for their equitable and sustainable adoption. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 71 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202271 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:71:id:71 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo Alfredo Jiménez Pérez Title: Integrating digital skills into the Health Sciences curriculum: A systematic review of pedagogical approaches Abstract: Introduction: The integration of digital skills into Health Sciences curricula has become a priority in the digital age, especially between 2018 and 2022. This article reviews the most relevant pedagogical approaches used to incorporate these skills into the training of health professionals, highlighting trends such as the inclusion of technological tools, digital literacy, the use of active methodologies, and collaboration between educational institutions and the health sector. Methodology: A documentary review approach was followed, taking into account the main categories that were addressed. The search and analysis was based on identifying them in scientific documents, with priority given to articles and book chapters, in a period between 2018 and 2022. The bibliographic manager Zotero was used to process the sources, which allowed, in addition to organizing them, to determine the correlation between the metadata and what was intended with this article. Results: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this process, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges in implementing these competencies. Although significant progress has been made, such as the adoption of digital clinical simulations and problem-based projects, gaps persist in infrastructure, teacher training, and equitable access to technological resources. Furthermore, assessing the digital competencies acquired by students is challenging due to the lack of universal standards. Conclusion: This analysis highlights the need for a comprehensive approach that combines technological innovation, pedagogical updating and strategic collaboration, ensuring that future health professionals are prepared to face the challenges of an increasingly digitalized healthcare system. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 70 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202270 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:70:id:70 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Rafael Abreu Fuentes Author-Name: Daniel Román-Acosta Title: Tacit knowledge in the subject-educational object correlation Abstract: Educating is one of the daily activities of the teacher or educator. And even when the resources to be used for this are diverse, language continues to be the most relevant because it is the form that accompanies gestures, looks, touch, or other forms of communication that, in any case, should not lead to in the verbalism so criticized to the educational systems of the world. In this framework, the study of the contents alluded to or displayed by the teacher in the classroom is pertinent within the framework of Polanyi's (1983) “tacit knowledge” thesis. It refers to certain content or demonstrations in which others are unconsciously assumed in students. This phenomenon, which collides with various areas of logic, psychology, and linguistics, has interesting pedagogical implications. A case study, representative of the work of the teacher in a school institution will be the central objective of this research, based on the paradigm or qualitative methodology and using the aforementioned method (case study), which allows observing in situ what happens in a real classroom. Therefore, we will use data collection techniques and instruments such as observation, notebooks, class diaries or other similar ones, and we will use an analysis of the teacher's discourse at work guided by van Dijk observations. The research has no other purpose than to contribute to adding knowledge that allows improving teaching practice in its dialogical or expository, demonstrative, experimental, or other similar aspects. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 69 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202269 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:69:id:69 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Rafael Abreu Fuentes Title: Emerging Phenomena from A Transcomplex and Transdisciplinary Thought Abstract: Los fenómenos emergentes son nuevas posturas que se entretejen a partir de la creatividad que va navegando la inmensidad de la imaginación de investigador, el proceso de exploración conlleva a trascender de un esquema ideático moldeable, que se flexibiliza para adaptarse al momento histórico social. El mundo actual, evoca un viaje hacia un contexto dónde las ideas rozan el pensamiento científico, donde el intercambio de saberes coexiste y se entrecruzan con la innovación. En la actualidad se requiere de formarse para diversificar y diferenciar estos fenómenos emergentes, sin tener por ello que desviarse o desvincularse del proceso científico. En este sentido convergen conceptualizaciones segregables: en primera instancia, se tiene por pensamiento complejo y transcomplejidad, por otro lado; conocimiento disciplinar (multi-poli e interdisciplinar) y conocimiento transdisciplinar. Desde la visión del dogmatismo clásica el pensamiento complejo y el conocimiento transdisciplinar es inadmisible, no obstante, en esta era, es necesario y válido, para comprender el Contexto actual. Se hace necesario también que emerjan paradigma que admita deconstruir para reconstruir el mecanismo de los conocimientos, desde una postura fragmentada donde el investigador debata desde la planetaria. La actual reflexión explora los enfoques que apuesta la dimensión epistemológica, ontológica y metodológica de los Fenómenos Emergentes Desde Un Pensamiento transcomplejo y Transdisciplinario. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 68 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202268 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:68:id:68 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Zaragoza Alvarado Title: ICT and digital literacy: challenges and advances in the Mexican education system (part 2) Abstract: Throughout history, different educational paradigms have been developed to explain the teaching-learning process. Behaviourism, proposed by Watson and expanded by Skinner, focused on the prediction and control of behaviour through the reinforcement of stimuli. Subsequently, the cognitive paradigm, with exponents such as Piaget, Ausubel and Gagné, analysed the internal processes of learning, emphasising the importance of memory and the organisation of information. Jean Piaget established the psychogenetic paradigm, which approached knowledge from an evolutionary perspective, while Vigotsky developed the sociocultural approach, which highlighted the influence of social context and interaction on learning. Over time, these approaches converged in constructivism, which emphasises the active role of the student in the construction of knowledge. Nowadays, the integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) has transformed teaching methods, facilitating new educational strategies. Previous research has shown that the use of ICT favours meaningful learning and interaction with content. However, its implementation presented challenges such as the lack of equitable access and teacher training. The evolution of education depends on the combination of these paradigms with ICT to promote dynamic, accessible learning in line with the demands of today's society. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 67 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202267 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:67:id:67 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Zaragoza Alvarado Title: ICT and digital literacy: challenges and advances in the Mexican education system (part 1) Abstract: The implementation of the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) course in the Mexican education system has transformed the teaching-learning process since 2022. Its purpose has been to strengthen digital literacy, understood as the ability to interpret, analyse and produce information in digital environments. The digitalisation of education has been driven by government strategies such as the National Development Plan and the Sectoral Education Plan, which have sought to reduce the digital divide and guarantee equal access to technological tools. Throughout the period 2022-2025, education in Mexico has experienced advances and challenges in the integration of ICT. Factors such as teacher training, technological infrastructure and connectivity have been decisive in the success of these programmes. However, inequalities in access to technology have limited their impact in some regions of the country. Despite these obstacles, digital literacy has improved the way in which students process and use information, promoting more critical and participative learning. The use of innovative methodologies, the personalisation of learning through artificial intelligence and the incorporation of digital platforms have allowed education to evolve. However, the consolidation of a digital education system requires continuous efforts in technological investment and teacher training. Digital literacy will continue to be a key competence for the social and professional integration of students in an increasingly digitalised world. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 66 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202266 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:66:id:66 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Freddy Antonio Ochoa-Tataje Author-Name: Carlos Hernán Flores-Velásquez Author-Name: Richard Flores-Cáceres Author-Name: Jorge Raymundo Bazán-Mentanza Author-Name: Doris Rosario Yaya-Castañeda Author-Name: Rafael Romero-Carazas Title: Trends in Digital Competencies and Research Skills in Postgraduate Studies: Bibliometric research Abstract: The objective of this study was to perform a bibliometric analysis of digital competencies and research skills in graduate students between 2003 and 2023. To analyze the academic production, the research method was based on bibliometric analysis. A total of 378 publications were selected from Scopus for the study based on their relevance and the keywords in English (Digital AND competencies, research AND skills). The results show that the most significant increase in scientific productivity occurred between 2016 and 2023 (n=341; 90.2%). In addition, the United States was the country with the highest scientific output (10.3%), the main publication sources were Education Sciences and Sustainability Switzerland (n=9 each), while Falloon, G. was the most referenced author (228 citations; 2 papers). Scientific articles accounted for 87% of the total, with 44% being research papers in the social sciences and 15% in computer science. It is concluded that the thematic diversity, authorship, sources and available resources have been progressively advancing with respect to digital competencies and research skills in graduate students. Thus, this bibliometric analysis can serve as a basis for further studies. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 65 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202265 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:65:id:65 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rafael Elías Menco Pájaro Author-Name: Indira Lambis Segrera Author-Name: Carlos Alberto Severiche Sierra Title: Sustainable development goals: the scenario of nations with emerging economies Abstract: The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were established by the United Nations in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda, aiming to eradicate poverty, protect the environment, and ensure global prosperity. While they provide a universal framework, their implementation in developing countries faces significant challenges due to resource shortages, structural inequalities, and weak institutions. SDGs 1 and 2 are crucial for poverty and hunger reduction, while gender equality (SDG 5) and climate action (SDG 13) present critical obstacles. International cooperation and investment in infrastructure and education are essential for success. Cases like Rwanda have shown progress in gender equality and poverty reduction, whereas countries like Brazil and Mexico continue to struggle with persistent inequalities. Adapting the SDGs to specific national contexts is key to achieving sustainable development. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 64 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202264 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:64:id:64 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mohammad Qtait Author-Name: Dima Shqerat Author-Name: Hadeel Mashahrea Author-Name: Mohammad Sayyad Author-Name: Razan Shqerat Author-Name: Saleh Azzeh Author-Name: Tala Abu-Shkhadem Author-Name: Zaki Dana Title: Attitudes of Nursing Students towards Individuals with Mental Illness before and after Attending the Mental Health Nursing Course: comparative study Abstract: Background: Psychiatry nurses are an integral component of a multidisciplinary mental health-care team. This study aims to investigate the level of attitude toward mental illness among nursing students before and after psychiatric nursing course. Method: A descriptive design was utilized in this study. Total sample was 303 nursing students the sample included all 3rd and fourth year students who did not study psychiatric nursing course 103 nursing student and 200 study psychiatric nursing in west bank university. tools were utilized to measure the variables of the study: Personal data questionnaire, attitudes toward mental health nursing. Results: nursing students who did not attend the psychiatric course reported a moderate level of attitude toward mental illness. While, the study showed that the nursing students who attended the psychiatric nursing course reported a high level of attitudes toward mental illness. The study also found that there are significant statistical differences among nursing students who have taken the psychiatric course and who have not taken the course regarding attitudes toward mental illness, when the differences were in favor of the students who have attended the psychiatric nursing course. Results showed that gender, age, place of residence, and university were not significant variables among nursing students, who did not attend the psychiatric course, while experience with someone who suffering from mental health conditions was a significant variable. Whereas, gender, age, university, and experience with someone who suffering from mental health condition were not significant variables among nursing students who attended the psychiatric course, but Place of Residence showed significant differences, in favor of students who are living in camps. Conclusions: The need for the psychiatric nursing course to be mandatory educated for nursing students and other healthcare professions. Due to its importance into providing enrich and empower information for students. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 63 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202563 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:63:id:63 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: William Castillo-González Author-Name: Andrew Alberto López Sánchez Author-Name: Javier González-Argote Title: Workshops to convert the thesis into an academic article: an incentive to increase scientific production in universities Abstract: In the current academic context, scientific production is key to the prestige and relevance of universities. The conversion of theses into academic articles represents a fundamental strategy to increase institutional visibility and contribute to the advancement of knowledge. However, many thesis works, despite their value, remain unpublished due to lack of experience in publication, lack of knowledge of the editorial process and limitations of time and resources. This article addresses the importance of thesis-to-article conversion workshops as an effective means to overcome these barriers, proposing the implementation of institutional programs that offer support in scientific writing, mentoring and resources, encouraging publication as a natural step in research. It is concluded that the adoption of these practices not only increases academic production, but also fosters a culture of excellence and continuity in university research. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 62 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202562 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:62:id:62 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Iris Mercedes Prevall Vinent Title: Corporal Expression as a broad spectrum psycho-pedagogical resource Abstract: Corporal Expression has become an important psycho-pedagogical resource due to the implications it has on the subject from the different areas it impacts. Different authors have contributed elements of interest that, from different sciences, support the effectiveness of its use. The present paper reveals from a bibliographic review element that accredit the Corporal Expression as a wide spectrum psycho-pedagogical resource. Theoretical methods such as: Analytical-synthetic, inductive-deductive, were used in order to identify and systematize the theoretical and methodological information on the subject. The study made it possible to gather valuable arguments that justify the designation of Corporal Expression as a valuable and useful resource in the compensatory corrective work and empowerment of the subject Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 48 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202448 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:48:id:48 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Rolando Eslava Zapata Author-Name: Edixon Chacón Guerrero Author-Name: Rómulo Esteban Montilla Title: Emerging Technologies in Education: A Bibliometric Analysis of Artificial Intelligence and its Applications in Health Sciences. Abstract: Artificial Intelligence brings a new paradigm in health sciences related to using technologies capable of processing a large amount of patient information to strengthen prediction, prevention and clinical care. This research aimed to perform a bibliometric analysis of Artificial Intelligence and its applications in Health Sciences, particularly on Emerging Technologies in Education. To this end, a search for articles related to "Artificial Intelligence and its Applications in Health Sciences" was conducted at the international level in the Scopus database with search parameters based on titles, abstracts and keywords. The results revealed that the network of the 100 most essential terms was grouped into four clusters, namely: the first cluster identified with red color is related to artificial Intelligence; the second cluster identified with green color is related to the controlled study; the third cluster identified with yellow color is related to algorithm and, the fourth cluster identified with yellow color is related to education. It was concluded that artificial Intelligence has experienced advances that are having an impact on health sciences education. Academics and researchers have tools that allow them to obtain information to deepen the diagnosis of diseases and present students with robust case studies that strengthen the teaching-learning process Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 49 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202449 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:49:id:49 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Amelia Domínguez Romay Author-Name: Mercedes Keeling Alvarez Title: Theoretical approach to professional development: A review of the pedagogical process Abstract: This paper addresses professional development as a continuous pedagogical process based on theoretical and methodological foundations derived from research in the educational context. It focuses on the relationship of professional development with other categories such as instruction, education, preparation, training and performance. The paper stresses the importance of the aspired education to be integral, with several dimensions to be developed. An integral professional must be able to think, feel, value, believe and act, which is reflected in his or her performance in educational practice. Education should prepare individuals both for life in general and for their insertion into the world of work, which is the very essence of the educational process. Professional development, as a pedagogical process, is organized and consciously directed towards a single objective: the integral formation of the personality to develop effectively in its various contexts of action. This process includes various organizational forms, such as continuing education and postgraduate courses, workshops, seminars and conferences, among others. The paper emphasizes that in order to achieve this process successfully, it is essential to previously identify the needs and demands for improvement through an initial diagnosis. This diagnosis serves as a starting point for the planning of pedagogical actions, their implementation, evaluation and control of the results obtained, which should be manifested in the educational environment Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 50 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202450 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:50:id:50 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mercedes Keeling Alvarez Author-Name: María de las Nieves Veloz Montano Title: The quality of education, a concern beyond the classroom space Abstract: This paper presents the theoretical considerations that serve as points of reference for reflecting on the concept of quality in education. These reflections emerged as part of a research conducted in a new type of educational institution, the Specialized Center for Educational Services, a project that responds to the transformations within the framework of the Third Improvement of the National Education System in Cuba. The polysemic nature of the concept of quality of education and the challenges it poses to the school today in its daily routine are highlighted. This is approached from a perspective that links quality with the demands of real educational contexts and expectations in the different teaching spaces at all educational levels Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 52 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202452 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:52:id:52 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Renan MVR Almeida Author-Name: Aldo José Fontes-Pereira Title: Availability of retracted Covid-19 papers on Internet research-sharing platforms Abstract: Introduction: this paper investigated the availability of retracted/with Expression of Concern Covid-19 papers on research-sharing platforms. Methods: from the “Retraction Watch” (RW) list of Covid-19 retracted/with Expressions of Concern (EoC) papers, all articles pertaining to Covid-19 treatment were selected. After their identification, paper titles and authors were searched on the platforms: Research Gate and Academia (Academia.com). In case a retracted or EoC paper was identified as available, the presence of a warning note was ascertained (either as an attached note or as a direct warning on the paper). The citations that these papers received were then identified on the Google Scholar platform, and classified as prior to retraction date/posterior to retraction date. Results: at first, a total of 44 papers were selected from the RW list. Out of these, 18 full papers could be obtained in the analyzed platforms (15 retractions, 3 EoCs). Fourteen of the identified papers concerned dubious, ineffective or “alternative” treatments. The most common countries of origin were India and Egypt. The median number of Google Scholar post-retraction citations was 29,5 and the mean 42,9 (range: 0 - 128). Conclusion: research-sharing platforms should implement mechanisms to prevent non reliable research to be made available in them Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 54 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202454 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:54:id:54 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Javier Gonzalez-Argote Author-Name: William Castillo-González Title: Performance of the ChatGPT tool in solving residency exams Abstract: Introducción: la inteligencia artificial se cataloga como una herramienta de interés en los momentos actuales. Mediante su aplicación se transforman los procesos organizativos y toma de decisiones; a la par que fomenta el desarrollo innovador. Objetivo: describir el desempeño de la herramienta ChatGPT en la resolución de exámenes de residencia. Método: se realizó un estudio observacional, descriptivo, retrospectivo. Como universo del estudio se analizaron todas las preguntas de tipo test (selección única). Las variables analizadas fueron cada una de las preguntas pertenecientes a cada examen (respuestas correctas o incorrectas). Se aplicó la estadística descriptiva. Resultados: Sobresalió el temario B dentro del grupo 1 con el mayor número de acierto (209 para un 69,66 %). Por su parte, dentro del grupo 2 resulto predominante el temario D con 141 aciertos (70,5 %). Destacaron los exámenes referentes a enfermería. Conclusiones: la utilización de las herramientas de inteligencia artificial como ChatGPT es variable en el ámbito de las ciencias médicas. Su desempeño en la resolución de interrogantes científicas es heterogéneo. Puede variar con respecto al formato de la interrogante y la temática abordada Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 56 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202456 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:56:id:56 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Javier Gonzalez-Argote Author-Name: William Castillo-González Title: Problem-Based Learning (PBL): review of the topic in the context of health education Abstract: Introduction: active methodologies promote learning through the resolution of real situations, promoting the construction of knowledge and skills. This turns the student into an active participant, strengthening their critical thinking skills. A bibliographic review was carried out with the objective of reviewing the problem-based learning method and its benefits in the context of medical education. Methods: a bibliographic review was carried out between December 2023 and January 2024 in the main databases and other search services. The terms “problem-based learning”, “health education”, “medical education” were used as search descriptors. Results: in medical education, the problem-based learning approach focuses on students addressing real clinical situations to develop diagnostic and therapeutic skills. This model seeks to ensure that, from the beginning of their training, future health professionals are involved in medical practice, instead of only acquiring theoretical knowledge. The development of critical thinking is essential to face real-world clinical situations, so learning must be student-centered and meaningful, involving problems that reflect real contexts of professional practice. Conclusions: problem-based learning is one more strategy in the wide range of possibilities for teaching and developing medical education, and it has advantages and disadvantages like any other strategy Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 57 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202457 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:57:id:57 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Irene Amelia Simeon Author-Name: Romina Caballero Author-Name: Carlos Oscar Lepez Title: Curricular innovation in the knowledge society Abstract: Introduction: the problematization of the phenomenon of curricular innovation has been approached by research in the international and local context and confronting positions have emerged around the curriculum; and in order to make effective the transformation in the educational field and in a peculiar way in the decisions of the Curriculum, it is necessary to assume policies of change in the educational management. The objective of this work focuses on the characterization, reflection and theoretical deepening of curricular innovation within the framework of the knowledge and information society. Methods: qualitative-hermeneutic, narrative and exploratory study based on literature review. Results: the concept of curriculum is polysemic, with numerous definitions that indicate the richness of this concept and also the difficulty of its study; Furthermore, the need to think from a curricular vision the principles for educational innovation and as a model of socio-political transformation in decision making as a contribution to the culture of peoples, promoting the search for and production of knowledge, and that as a collective process the emergence of the knowledge society will require, among other things, reflection and practices on the effective conditions of possibility of its social, political and economic nature through appropriate educational policies that need to be elucidated and explored collectively as a challenge of Curricular Innovation. Conclusions: in relation to the phenomenon of curricular innovation and based on the bibliographic exploration, a series of descriptive studies emerged that problematize the subject from an analysis of the local reality, therefore many questions remain to be asked regarding curricular innovation such as: what is the most important and substantive change in the curriculum, how does the innovative intention of the curriculum originate, how should one proceed in the search for curricular innovation, how is the innovative intention of the curriculum transmitted to the political levels? Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 58 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202458 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:58:id:58 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Aliana Peña-Méndez Author-Name: Ennis Ivonnet Gutiérrez Author-Name: Ivis Mendoza Hernández Author-Name: Yahima Díaz-González Author-Name: Douglas Crispin-Castellanos Title: Didactic strategy for the training of skills in clinical trials of Stomatology residents Abstract: Introduction: Primary Health Care is the first point of contact that specialists in stomatological sciences provide to the population. Objective: to develop a didactic strategy for training skills in clinical trials for dentistry residents. Method: descriptive, cross-sectional study on the Isle of Youth, 2022-2023. Intentional non-probabilistic sampling was used, with the sample consisting of 39 residents, 20 academic committee professors, 17 provincial coordinators and 7 research methodology professors. Results: a survey was applied to explore knowledge on the topic and it was found that 89,7 % had a low level. The main difficulties identified were in the questions related to knowledge about the researcher's portfolio and the elements necessary to start a clinical trial, with percentages of 7,7 % and 12,8 %, respectively. The proposed strategy was submitted to expert judgment, with scores predominating: very appropriate and moderately appropriate, with values ​​of 64,8 % and 25,6 %, respectively, which represented 90,3 % for the evaluated criteria. The strategy was made up of four stages and actions structured in a coherent manner for its application, which can be enriched from the teaching reflection and the practice of the academic committee of each specialty. Conclusions: the diagnosis of the current situation of the training of Stomatology specialists on the subject of clinical trials revealed potentialities and shortcomings in the conception, the process and the current level of its development Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 59 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202459 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:59:id:59 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Wahab Akanmu Aboyade Author-Name: Elizabeth O. Ndubuisi-Okoh Author-Name: Chukwu Okoche Author-Name: Bolaji David Oladokun Title: Impact of Predatory Journal Publishing on Scholarly Practices among Academic Librarians in Nigeria: A Systematic Review of Literature Abstract: The rise of predatory publishing poses a concerning trend among academics, including librarians, in Nigeria. This study explores the essential aspects and consequences of predatory publishing within the realm of Nigerian academic librarians. It delineates the characteristics of predatory publishers and journals, shedding light on their subtle methods of enticing unwitting authors. The discussion navigates the intricate dimensions of predatory publishing and its detrimental impacts on research and scholarship within the librarian community. Emphasizing the devastating effects on the future of research and scholarship, the paper concludes by presenting intervention strategies and urging relevant authorities in Nigeria to take proactive measures in curtailing predatory publishing, particularly among academic librarians. The paper recommends that academic libraries and librarians should lead the awareness campaign, and individual institutions should organize periodic seminars and workshops on the consequences of predatory publishing Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 60 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202460 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:60:id:60 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ennis Ivonnet Gutiérrez Author-Name: Aliana Peña Méndez Author-Name: Felicia Silva Vázquez Author-Name: Leonides Zaldívar-Carmenate Author-Name: Luisa Sucel Vargas-Labrada Title: Program for the development of digital competencies in teachers of the Stomatology career. Isla de la Juventud Abstract: Introduction: information and communication technologies are important tools for training and communication. To facilitate their work in the educational system as a requirement for change in the profile of the education professional, teachers must develop suitable digital skills to implement in their teaching-learning process. Objective: design a program for the development of digital skills in teachers of the Stomatology career of the Faculty of Medical Sciences of the Isla de la Juventud, 2022. Methods: a descriptive study was carried out, from a methodological perspective based on the qualitative paradigm. The universe was made up of 150 teachers, of which 40 made up the sample. The theoretical level research methods were used: analytical-synthetic, inductive-deductive and historical-logical analysis; at the empirical level: documentary analysis, survey and specialist criteria. Results: the need to train the teaching staff and guide the preparation of teachers in the appropriate use of computer techniques and resources, as well as in the preparation and development of virtual courses using the Moodle platform, was confirmed. Conclusions: information and communication technologies are fundamental in the teaching-learning process. The development of digital competencies in teachers shows a low level of performance; the expressed limitations focus mainly on knowledge and domains in content creation, communication and collaboration Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 61 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202461 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:61:id:61 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Emmanuel Okwu Author-Name: Ngozi Emmanuel Okwu Author-Name: Bolaji David Oladokun Title: New Technological Trends and Application in Libraries: An Overview Abstract: The introduction of new technological trends has had a significant impact on the performance of libraries. These trends have transformed the way libraries operate and provide services to their users. The paper also provides an overview of the effects of these technological trends on library performance. Frankly, these trends represent advancements in information technology, communication, automation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and more. Besides, they have the potential to disrupt traditional practices, improve efficiency, enhance user experiences, and create new opportunities for growth and development. The results also proved the key effects of new technological trends on library performance to be access to digital resources, online catalogs, and discovery systems, remote access and virtual services, digital preservation, data management, and research support, collaborative and social technologies, mobile apps and virtual services, and data-driven decision making. The paper also highlights the challenges faced by libraries in adopting these new technologies. The conclusion emphasized the importance of embracing technological advancements to enhance library services, and one of the recommendations was that libraries should provide regular training opportunities to their staff to keep them updated on the latest technologies and their applications in library services Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 64 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202464 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:64:id:64 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Felipe Ramirez Bernal Title: The challenge of university teaching practices Abstract: This article seeks to analyze how higher education institutions assume and incorporate inclusion into institutional discourse and how teachers incorporate it into their daily pedagogical practices, amid paradoxes and lack of knowledge of the elements needed to build an inclusive education. In this sense, this article aims to generate a reflection on inclusive processes in higher education, as well as to report on experiences that have enabled teachers at the Faculty of Education - to approach, understand and assume the inclusive phenomenon and recognize differences in professional training processes. The basis of this article is the research entitled "Characterization of teaching practices in the Faculty of Education". This research experience is presented as a reflective practice of teachers, in which inclusion is an element that allows the transformation of the individual, teacher-student, in order to contribute to social transformation Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 65 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202465 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:65:id:65 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mohamed Cherradi Author-Name: Anass El Haddadi Title: Data Lakehouse: Next Generation Information System Abstract: This paper introduces the Data Lakehouse Architecture, a transformative model in data architecture that seamlessly integrates the analytical strengths of traditional data warehouses with the schema flexibility inherent in data lakes. Departing from current frameworks, this comprehensive approach establishes a unified platform, overcoming limitations of conventional data management. Addressing the critical need for an integrated solution, our primary objective is to set a new standard for sophisticated data management. The distinctiveness of our proposal lies in the seamless fusion of data warehouse analytics and data lake schema flexibility, underscoring its originality. The full article delves into the research methodology, providing a comprehensive understanding of the study's framework proposal. The foundational outcomes showcase the successful implementation of our Data Lakehouse Architecture, revealing enhanced processing capabilities for structured data analysis, complex querying, and high-performance reporting. The conclusion emphasizes the paradigm shift and transformative impact on data management practices, reinforcing the significance of our innovative solution. This research not only contributes a novel technological framework but also highlights the importance of adaptability and performance in the face of evolving data landscapes Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 67 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202467 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:67:id:67 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mohamed Cherradi Author-Name: Anass El Haddadi Title: Exploration of Scientific Documents through Unsupervised Learning-Based Segmentation Techniques Abstract: Navigating the extensive landscape of scientific literature presents a significant challenge, prompting the development of innovative methodologies for efficient exploration. Our study introduces a pioneering approach for unsupervised segmentation, aimed at revealing thematic trends within articles and enhancing the accessibility of scientific knowledge. Leveraging three prominent clustering algorithms—K-Means, Hierarchical Agglomerative, and DBSCAN—we demonstrate their proficiency in generating meaningful clusters, validated through assessment metrics including Silhouette Score, Calinski-Harabasz Index, and Davies-Bouldin Index. Methodologically, comprehensive web scraping of scientific databases, coupled with thorough data cleaning and preprocessing, forms the foundation of our approach. The efficacy of our methodology in accurately identifying scientific domains and uncovering interdisciplinary connections underscores its potential to revolutionize the exploration of scientific publications. Future endeavors will further explore alternative unsupervised algorithms and extend the methodology to diverse data sources, fostering continuous innovation in scientific knowledge organization Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 68 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202468 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:68:id:68 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eduardo Paglioni Salama Author-Name: Fabiana Gnoatto Title: Medical Education Abroad: Reflections and Experiences of a Brazilian Student in Paraguay Abstract: Medical training outside Brazil has emerged as a significant choice for many Brazilians seeking more accessible educational alternatives. This article aims to explore the reflections and experiences of Dr. Fabiana Gnoatto, a former Brazilian student who chose to study medicine in Paraguay. Her account analyzes the challenges she faced, the coping strategies she adopted and the lessons she learned throughout her academic and professional career. Among the main challenges identified was adapting to a different curriculum and varied teaching methodologies, requiring substantial academic flexibility on the part of Brazilians who chose to study medicine in Paraguay. The language barrier, marked by the need to master Spanish in order to follow classes and interact effectively, emerges as one of the greatest difficulties faced by this group. In addition, cultural integration is complex, requiring students to adapt to local customs and practices. The distance from family and friends, combined with academic and personal pressure, tends to generate high levels of stress and anxiety, making it a significant additional challenge. To mitigate these challenges, Brazilian students need to develop a range of strategies that might not be necessary if they were pursuing the same career in their home country. Advance preparation and planning for this student migration is essential to achieving efficient academic performance. Active participation in classes, combined with the formation of study groups, would facilitate understanding, assimilation of content and the exchange of experiences between these individuals who almost always share the same difficulties in adapting. The development of local support networks emerges as a crucial element, providing emotional and practical support. Maintaining constant contact with family and friends, using modern technology, would help to reduce the feeling of isolation. Seeking psychological support, which is essential for dealing with stress, complements adaptation strategies. Participating in cultural activities in the host country, adapting to local customs and lifestyle are also key to successful integration. Dr. Fabiana Gnoatto's experiences show that, with determination, appropriate strategies and support, it is possible to overcome obstacles and achieve a successful medical career without losing quality of life during academic training. Their experiences serve as a paradigmatic guide for future students, helping them to prepare more effectively and face the challenges of international medical training. In this way, they can transform a challenging experience into an opportunity for personal and professional growth, highlighting the importance of resilience and adaptation in diverse educational and cultural contexts Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 76 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202476 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:76:id:76 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eduardo Paglioni Salama Author-Name: Kelton Silva de Oliveira Title: Perspectives on Medical Education in Paraguay: Time Management, Mental Health, and Self-Awareness Strategies for Brazilian Students Abstract: Medical training is a demanding process that challenges students both academically and personally. This article explores some of these challenges based on an interview conducted during the "Brazilians Beyond Borders: The Journey of Medical Training in Paraguay" Congress in 2024. Eduardo Paglioni interviewed clinical psychoanalyst and medical student Kelton Oliveira, who shared his perspectives on crucial topics such as time management, mental health, resilience, and self-awareness. The study identifies and analyzes the main challenges faced by Brazilian students who choose to study medicine abroad, particularly in Paraguay, highlighting the importance of an integrated approach that encompasses both technical competence and emotional and psychological well-being. Kelton Oliveira emphasizes the need for effective time management strategies to avoid burnout, self-care practices to maintain balanced mental health, and the promotion of self-awareness to cope with the pressures of medical training. The methodology employed included the transcription and detailed qualitative analysis of the interview, contextualizing the challenges faced and extracting practical strategies to overcome them. To reinforce the importance of this topic, we also conducted a review of scientific publications that highlight the necessity and relevance of these issues for medical students. Although the analysis is based on a single interview, integrating information provided by other researchers in available scientific publications allows for correlating these contributions to obtain a broader and more comprehensive perspective. This provides a better understanding of the challenges faced by medical students in Paraguay and in other international contexts. This article aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the challenges faced by these students and present practical suggestions that can be applied to improve their academic performance and promote a healthy balance between their academic, personal, and professional lives. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 77 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202477 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:77:id:77 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gabrielle Felix Pereira Author-Name: Maria Romina Leardi Title: Choice of medical specialty among students studying medicine Abstract: Background: Due to the complexity of choosing a medical specialty, it's crucial to analyze the factors and influences involved in this decision-making process, as it can significantly impact one's career and personal life. Factors to consider include lifestyle, job requirements, salary, reputation, duration of studies, the ability to maintain a "controlled" lifestyle, and family members. Additionally, culture and lifestyle can influence specialty choice. Exploring these factors can assist medical students in making more informed and satisfying decisions. Methods: This study is an observational cross-sectional study where the sample consisted of 100 medical students who volunteered between October and December 2023 using the Google Forms platform. Results: The graphs demonstrate that 64 % of the total students will choose based on their affinity for the specialty, which is the most influential factor when selecting a medical specialty. 16 % believe that the ability to maintain a "controllable" lifestyle is more important when choosing a specialty, 9 % prioritize the duration of residency, and 8 % consider financial income. Conclusion: Encouraging further research into the influences affecting the choice of a medical specialty helps understand the motivation of medical students. This will contribute not only to the improvement of the healthcare system but also to a more efficient allocation of resources, consequently enhancing the quality of medical services provided to patients Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 83 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202483 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:83:id:83 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mariana Leitão Author-Name: Sandra Lemos Author-Name: Sara Brito Author-Name: Sandy Severino Author-Name: Nelson Guerra Author-Name: Luís Sousa Title: Conflict management: a practical case, analysis, interpretation and resolution Abstract: Introduction: conflicts are very common occurrences in any organization and, although they are inevitable, they can be managed in a positive way. As such, conflict management has been gaining prominence in companies, because when carried out effectively, it increases the organization's performance and productivity. Objective: to analyze a conflict in a hospital environment and the strategies for resolving it. Methods: reflective essay based on the analysis of an organizational conflict situation, using a pedagogical resource centered on experiential learning. Results: the conflict described took place in a hospital environment, between middle management and two employees. As negative aspects, we can highlight ineffective communication, marked by aggressive and defensive postures, and authoritarian leadership. As positive aspects, we can mention the assertiveness of one of the parties involved, which contributed to the outcome of the conflict in a positive and effective way. Conclusions: the analysis of this case highlights the importance of empathetic leadership, effective communication and a collaborative working environment in conflict management. Applying these strategies can contribute to a positive and efficient hospital environment, benefiting both healthcare professionals and patients Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 84 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202484 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:84:id:84 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mario Macea Anaya Author-Name: Jhony Chimbo Jumbo Author-Name: Rubén Baena Navarro Title: Evaluation of a stem-based didactic model for the development of scientific competences in high school students: a quasi-experimental study Abstract: This quasi-experimental study evaluates the effectiveness of a didactic model specifically designed under the STEM approach to enhance the development of scientific competencies in the Unified General High School in Science in Ecuador. A pretest-posttest design with control and experimental groups was used to investigate how the implementation of this model affects the acquisition and improvement of competencies in the areas of Chemistry, Physics and Biology. The methodology incorporated the application of expert-validated questionnaires to measure these competencies before and after the STEM educational intervention. Preliminary results show a significant improvement in the experimental group, indicating that the integration of the STEM approach is highly promising for the specific teaching of natural sciences at the baccalaureate level. This work enriches the understanding of the impact of innovative educational methodologies on science education and underlines the relevance of didactic strategies that incorporate technology, engineering and mathematics in an integrated way for the development of scientific competencies at the baccalaureate level. The research stresses the importance of continuing the exploration of the STEM approach in varied educational contexts in order to validate and extend the initial findings Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 85 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202485 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:85:id:85 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Solomon Obotu Akor Title: Measuring the impact of information literacy programs on student success: a review Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive overview of methodologies and approaches for assessing the impact of information literacy programs on student success in educational settings. Information literacy programs aim to equip students with essential skills to locate, evaluate, and effectively use information in academic and professional contexts. The abstract explores various dimensions of measuring the impact of these programs, including assessment of information literacy skills, academic performance, integration into curriculum, perceptions and self-efficacy, and employability and career readiness. Measuring the impact of information literacy programs on student success requires a multifaceted approach that considers various dimensions of student learning, academic performance, and professional development. By employing a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, educators and researchers can gain a comprehensive understanding of the effectiveness of information literacy interventions in preparing students for success in an information-rich world. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 74 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202474 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:74:id:74 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Solomon Obotu Akor Author-Name: Anthonia E. Omehia Author-Name: Bolaji D. Oladokun Author-Name: Onyemowo Abonu Title: Assessment of record keeping management in General Hospital, Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State Abstract: Introduction: This study examines records management at Ikot Abasi General Hospital. Four specific objectives were established and four research questions were formulated to guide the development of the study. The research focused on current records management practices at the hospital, assessing the existing infrastructure and technology used to maintain these records. Methods: A descriptive survey design with a qualitative approach was used. Data collection was conducted by interviewing a total of 11 participants, which included 2 physicians, 5 nurses, and 4 records managers at Ikot Abasi General Hospital. An interview guide was designed to elicit information on the participants' perspectives on records management practices in the hospital. The data collected were analyzed using thematic analysis. Results: The study revealed a varying level of understanding among respondents about current records management practices, with concerns about accuracy and completeness of documentation. Despite these challenges, evaluation of existing infrastructure and technology showed a positive impact, particularly with the implementation of electronic health record (EHR) systems, which has streamlined processes and reduced reliance on paper documentation. Conclusions: The study identified several challenges faced by healthcare professionals and administrators, including inconsistent documentation practices, lack of adequate storage facilities, limited access to technology and resources, and regulatory compliance issues. It was recommended that healthcare and related organizations implement standardized documentation protocols and provide regular training sessions for healthcare professionals to ensure consistency, accuracy, and completeness in records management. In addition, it was suggested that governments at all levels allocate resources to improve records management infrastructure and invest in modern technological solutions, such as electronic health record (EHR) systems. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 75 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202475 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:75:id:75 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Frank Cecilio Miranda Escobar Author-Name: Yiliam Fonseca Bodaño Author-Name: Damasa Irene López Santa Cruz Author-Name: Alejandro Antuan Díaz Diaz Author-Name: Norberto Valcárcel Izquierdo Title: The Podiatric procedures in graduates the Bolivarian Higher University Institute of Technology Abstract: Introduction: The training updates knowledge, provides support in informatic, biomedical and communication technologies, develops practical skills, ethical and moral values. Objective: This study is aimed at optimizing podiatric procedures in graduates the Bolivarian Higher University Institute of Technology. Methods: This is mixed research, which is based on the dialectical-materialist conception for the application of theoretical method in obtaining and processing the required data and information. Results: The process of professional development is closely linked to the professional performance of human resources. In this sense, when health technologists are particularized in the Podiatry profile, the need for the process of overcoming them to be aimed at improving professional performance is recognized, which in this profile presents insufficiencies that transcend in the quality of their services provided. Conclusions: The graduate in podiatry must be trained to treat a large number of diseases and pathologies of the feet, considering the genesis of them and applying the appropriate treatment for each patient depending on the event and it is also important to highlight that there are diseases that can be acquired by graduates due to bad procedures, that is; occupational hazards in podiatric practice, some of which have been studied and others have not. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: .39 Volume: 3 Issue: Year: 2024 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw2024.39 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:3:y:2024:i::p:.39:id:.39 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Juan Rubén Herrera Masó Author-Name: Roberto Lardoeyt Ferrer Title: Level of satisfaction with the results of science and technology processes in the context of medical education Abstract: Introduction: The Science, Technology and Innovation System constitutes the organizational form to implement the scientific and technological policy in the health sector in accordance with the economic and social development strategy of Cuba. Objective: to evaluate the level of satisfaction regarding the results of the science and technology processes, as part of one of the prioritized lines of research of the Vice-Rectorate of Teaching and Research of the University of Medical Sciences of Havana, Cuba. Methods: descriptive, cross-sectional, and instrumental observational study with a quantitative approach. The study involved 31 research managers who were given a questionnaire consisting of three closed questions and two open questions following the guidelines of the Iadov technique; the analysis of the answers allowed obtaining indirect information on the level of individual and group satisfaction of the participants. Results: The overall group satisfaction index is 0.645 (acceptable), although it is higher in the Science and Technology Entities (IG=0.710) than in the Medical Sciences Faculties (0.625). Conclusions: The results of the research indicate an acceptable but insufficient level of individual and group satisfaction, although higher in the Science, Technology and Innovation Entities than in the faculties. The projects, categorization and scientific publications of the university's medical potential are the main concerns of the managers Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 38 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202538 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:38:id:38 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Juan Sebastián Laverde Gonzalez Author-Name: Lay Aracely Rodríguez Hernández Title: AI and education: combination to enhance knowledge Abstract: Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized numerous fields, education is one of the most benefited. Technologies like Chat GPT have marked a before and after in the evolution of AI, providing tools to automate repetitive tasks, allowing educators to dedicate more time to students. In addition to optimizing time and resource management, AI personalizes education through advanced algorithms and data analysis, adapting resources and methodologies to the individual needs of each student. This facilitates learning, promotes inclusion and offers more effective education, especially for people with disabilities or diverse learning styles. In this article, a bibliometric review was carried out on the relationship between AI and education. The essential requirements of the search were scientific texts published in the last five years (2020-2024) and to be found in the Scopus and Web of Science databases, fundamentally. AI opens new perspectives in educational research, allows more detailed analysis on large volumes of data and can identify previously undetected areas of improvement Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 37 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202537 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:37:id:37 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lay Aracely Rodríguez Hernández Title: The pedagogical role of training research seedbeds in the era of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies Abstract: In the context of AI and emerging technologies, pedagogy in research seedbeds emphasizes the diversification of skills through the theory of multiple intelligences. Colombian seedbeds promote early research by integrating AI to enhance collaborative learning, innovation, and social change. The article was structured in two phases: an exhaustive literature review on AI integration in research seedbeds and the creation of a research seedbed focused on the pedagogical role in the era of AI and emerging technologies. The formative proposal is based on investigative pedagogy, merging teaching with research to continually improve educational practices. The seedbed plays an essential role in fostering critical thinking and collaborative research in local communities, advocating for the use of emerging technologies to enhance advanced cognitive skills and sustainable development. This systematic approach provided a deep and well-founded understanding, facilitating the effective integration of AI in researcher training Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 36 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202536 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:36:id:36 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mutaz Abdel Wahed Author-Name: Muhyeeddin Alqaraleh Author-Name: Mowafaq Salem Alzboon Author-Name: Mohammad Subhi Al-Batah Title: AI Rx: Revolutionizing Healthcare Through Intelligence, Innovation, and Ethics Abstract: The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare presents significant promise to enhance clinical procedures and patient outcomes. This research examines the setting, methodology, conclusions, and issues associated with AI in healthcare. The swift proliferation of digital health data, encompassing medical imaging and clinical records, has generated substantial prospects for AI applications. Artificial intelligence methodologies, including machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision, facilitate the derivation of significant insights from intricate datasets, hence improving clinical decision-making. A thorough literature review examines the practical applications of AI, encompassing its roles in medical diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient outcome prediction. The report also examines ethical issues, data protection, and legal frameworks, which are crucial for the responsible application of AI in healthcare. The results illustrate AI's capacity to enhance diagnostic precision, facilitate administrative efficiency, and optimise resource distribution, resulting in tailored therapies and improved healthcare administration. Nonetheless, obstacles persist, such as data integrity, algorithm transparency, and ethical considerations, which must be resolved to guarantee the secure and efficient deployment of AI. Continuous research, cooperation between healthcare and AI experts, and the establishment of comprehensive regulatory frameworks are essential for optimising the advantages of AI while minimising hazards. This research highlights AI's capacity to transform healthcare, stressing the necessity for a multidisciplinary strategy to effectively harness its benefits and tackle the associated ethical and regulatory dilemmas. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 35 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202535 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:35:id:35 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lucia Guada Author-Name: Lesvia Dirinó Author-Name: José Álvarez Author-Name: Misael Ron Author-Name: Estela Hernández-Runque Title: Strategies based on information and communication technologies (ICT), as a didactic tool for the development of the physiotherapy career Abstract: The present research focuses its interest on proposing strategies based on information and communication technology (ICT), as a teaching tool for the development of the Physiotherapy Career, at a private university. Methodologically, it was framed in a non-experimental field design under the modality of a feasible project. It is concluded that the application of virtual strategies is necessary, considering the current reality marked by the need to implement new methods in accordance with the global processes affected by various socio-cultural phenomena, at all levels and sociocultural strata. Likewise, it was evident that teachers and professionals who perform managerial functions in the Institution under study have some necessary skills for the proper appropriation of ICT and its incorporation into professional performance; however, there are some aspects where certain weaknesses were observed. , therefore it is recommended to apply the proposal that was generated in this research Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 34 Volume: 4 Issue: Year: 2025 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202534 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:4:y:2025:i::p:34:id:34 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Emanuel Maldonado Author-Name: Javier González-Argote Title: The Evolution of Private Education and Historical Memory in Argentina Abstract: This article analyzes turning points in Argentine history and educational policy, focusing on two fundamental aspects: the consolidation of private education and the relationship between the educational system and historical memory. First, it examines the impact of 1960s legislation that distinguished between "state-managed public education" and "privately-managed public education," granting private institutions greater autonomy. Subsequently, it reviews the consequences of historical memory in education, particularly in the teaching of recent history and its influence on identity formation. The analysis suggests that educational policy has reflected the country's social and political transformations, revealing a complex relationship between the state, educational institutions, and collective memory. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 33 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202233 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:33:id:33 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yanier Espinosa Goire Author-Name: Andy Guillermo Paumier Durán Author-Name: Marisol Coceras Arias Author-Name: Cynthia Reyes Flores Author-Name: Eduardo Enrique Chibas Muñoz Title: Metrics on Internal Medicine from the journal Gaceta Médica Estudiantil Abstract: Introduction: Scientific research is essential for the advancement of medicine. Therefore, medical training should include the acquisition of research skills through the implementation of research courses and other mechanisms that promote the collective construction of knowledge. Bibliometrics involves statistical and quantitative analysis of publications within a specific research field. Objective: Characterize Internal Medicine articles published in the journal Gaceta Médica Estudiantil from 2020 to January 2023. Methods: A bibliometric, observational, cross-sectional study was conducted. The universe consisted of 21 scientific articles that have been published. The sampling technique was not used. The variables analyzed included year of publication, article type and topic, medical science field, author's origin, number of authors, readings, downloads, and bibliographic references. Descriptive statistics, degree of collaboration, and the Price Index were used. Results: In 2022, 11 articles (52,4 %) were published, making it the year with the highest number of publications and collaboration index. Original articles were the most prevalent, accounting for 11 (52,4 %) of the total. Articles with four authors were most prominent. Females predominated (35, 51,5 %). University of Medical Sciences of Guantánamo had the largest number of authors (22, 32,4 %). 974 references were used, and 715 of them were no older than five years Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 36 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202336 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:36:id:36 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Viviani França Drissen Author-Name: Analia Claudia Sabattini Title: Nocebo effect as the opposite of the placebo effect: Systematic review Abstract: Background: the placebo effect refers to a clinical improvement in a patient as a result of interactions with the treating physician, information received about the treatment, and the defined therapy. The placebo effect is a broad field involving complex neurobiological and neurotransmitter mechanisms, and recent studies have provided evidence that these effects are genuine biopsychosocial phenomena. Although placebos cannot cure a disease, they can provide relief to the patient and improve the effectiveness of pharmaceuticals. The effectiveness of placebos depends on several factors, including the patient's age, psychological and emotional state, the doctor's approach, and the information provided to the patient. The nocebo effect, which generates an adverse response to this type of treatment, which can be defined as the effect opposed to placebo. Method: an exhaustive search was carried out in PubMED and a synthesis of the available evidence on the neurobiological factors associated with the nocebo effect. For this, a systematic review was carried out. Results: after manual selection, 4 articles were reviewed for the preparation of results. Conclusion: therapeutic interaction, facial expressions, and eye contact influence placebo analgesia. The patient's expectation, based on the physician's information and nonverbal cues, is crucial in the placebo response. Variables such as age and psycho-emotional state reduce the efficacy of the placebo. The nocebo effect causes adverse responses related to negative expectations. The presentation of medical information influences the nocebo response. Cognitive behavioral treatments and medications can reduce nocebo effects. These determinations have implications for the treatment of psychiatric conditions and medication management Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 23 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202323 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:23:id:23 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carlos Rafael Araujo Inastrilla Title: Data Visualization in the Information Society Abstract: The study addresses the importance of data visualization (DV) in today's society, and its role in the effective communication and interpretation of data in various sectors. The cognitive nature of DV and the impact on decision making were analyzed. Likewise, different DV techniques and applications in fields such as healthcare, business management, scientific research, and academia are explored. Concrete examples of the application of DV in business management, scientific research, journalism, media, politics and government management are provided; and highlights the usefulness in each of these contexts. In addition, various tools and software that are widely used for VD are mentioned Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 25 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202325 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:25:id:25 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Antonio Jerónimo Montes Title: 3D open educational resources and emergent pedagogy in university training in health sciences. The affordances and pedagogies of creativity Abstract: Introduction: UNESCO defines Open Educational Resources (OER) as freely accessible and adaptable educational materials, whose integration in education, especially in post-pandemic times and in the digital era, has been limited, despite the efforts of institutions such as the Facultad de Estudios Superiores Zaragoza to promote their use in hybrid and flexible teaching modalities. This study analyzes the transformation of higher education in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on the integration and impact of Open Educational Resources (OER) and Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). Methods: a literature review and analysis of current educational practices in universities was conducted, with special attention to the adoption of OER and the use of hybrid and digital teaching methodologies. Results: the results indicate that, despite the accessibility and adaptability of OER, their adoption in university education has not been extensive, mainly attributed to lack of knowledge about their use and potential. The pandemic has accelerated the need to adapt pedagogical strategies, highlighting the importance of interaction and collaboration in learning. Maker pedagogy and 3D printing are identified as valuable tools to improve understanding and practical skills, especially in the health sciences. Conclusion: the study concludes that post-pandemic education requires an adaptive, interactive and technologically integrated approach, promoting continuous learning and adaptation to changing cultural and cognitive practices. It underscores the need to democratize design and manufacturing technologies and to foster collaborative and participatory learning communities through OER Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 26 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202326 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:26:id:26 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jhossmar Cristians Auza-Santiváñez Author-Name: José Alejandro Carías Díaz Author-Name: Oscar Angel Vedia Cruz Author-Name: Sara Milca Robles-Nina Author-Name: Carlos Sánchez Escalante Author-Name: Blas Apaza Huanca Title: Interactive formats: considerations for scientific publications Abstract: Introduction: in the digital age, information retrieval is dominated by digital data and the demand for digital media is continually growing, consequently the dynamics are very different and e-journals can take advantage of this transition phase as an opportunity to explore ways more effective. Methods: a bibliographic review was carried out in the main databases and other search services. The terms “interactive formats”, “data visualization”, “interactive graphics”, “scientific publication” were used as search descriptors. Results: an interactive publication could contain many multimedia objects: text, video, audio, bitmap images, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, or animation sequences. These objects can be in different file formats. Interactive media can be defined as the integration of various digital media content, including multimedia elements (text, graphics, audio, animation and video) into structured and engaging computerized digital content, facilitating dynamic interaction for specific purposes. An interactive approach is interesting and desirable, because users will get dynamic reactions. They have been revealed and demonstrated that the use of 3D technology for academic publications is useful and necessary. However, widespread application is yet to come. The new academic contexts can serve as a starting point for many scientific journals to redefine their position and open new fields of dissemination and financing. Conclusions: scientific journals must take advantage of the new virtual scenarios to reorganize their communication processes and face new formats of scientific dissemination Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 27 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202327 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:27:id:27 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Pomares Bory Eduardo de Jesús Author-Name: Odalys Vázquez Naranjo Author-Name: Liliam Barrios Herrero Author-Name: Lourdes Guadalupe Arencibia Flores Author-Name: Manuela Gilda Bernardo Fuentes Title: Hybrid teaching: a departmental teaching innovation participating in university digital transformation Abstract: Introduction: the use of digital technology is recognized as a strategy in university educative polices. The objective of this paper is to analyze the innovative sense of the hybrid teaching use by the Basic Biomedical Science Department, in Salvador Allende Medicine Faculty. Methods: it was developed a descriptive and qualitative investigation, using the case study method. There were used theoretical methods: analysis-synthesis, induction-deduction, historic logic and moving up from the abstract to concrete, and empirical methods: document review and focal group. Results: it was determined criteria that admit the consideration of the hybrid teaching, by the scholar use of virtual classroom, as teaching departmental innovation. Conclusions: the introduction of hybrid teaching by the basic Biomedical Science Department, in Salvador Allende Medicine Faculty is a teaching innovation that participate in the digital transformation of medical education Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 28 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202328 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:28:id:28 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: María de las Nieves Veloz Montano Title: Enhancing Pedagogic Practice: A Review of Educational Processes Abstract: This paper focuses on the improvement process in the educational setting, highlighting the importance of the participation of various agents, including students, parents, teachers, principals and other educational professionals. The improvement process is based on the continuous review and evaluation of educational practice, with the aim of identifying areas for improvement and addressing them effectively. The paper describes the different stages of the improvement process, starting with the identification of areas for improvement through data collection and analysis. These data are used to produce evidence-based reports that serve as the basis for planning necessary improvements. During improvement planning, areas for improvement are prioritized and action plans are designed to address them. The implementation of improvements involves the implementation of the action plans, with a focus on gathering evidence to assess the impact of the improvements. The improvement process is seen as a continuous cycle, with constant review and feedback to further adjust and improve educational practices. The paper also highlights the importance of the involvement of review and improvement groups throughout the process, as they help to identify problems, needs and areas for improvement, as well as to make evidence-based decisions. Several techniques and tools are mentioned, such as brainstorming, review guide, time profiles and cause-effect diagrams, which are used in the process of data collection and analysis. In conclusion, the importance of an evidence-based approach in the educational improvement process, with the active participation of multiple stakeholders and constant feedback to achieve higher quality education is emphasized. The improvement process is described as a continuous cycle of identifying areas for improvement, planning, implementing and reviewing, with the aim of optimizing educational practice and meeting the needs of students and the educational community at large Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 29 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202329 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:29:id:29 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Christian Augusto Santos Author-Name: Analía Ortigoza Author-Name: Carlos Jesús Canova Barrios Title: Nursing students' perceptions of clinical clerkship Abstract: Introduction: clinical clerkship are a critical element because they provide students with the opportunity to practice what they have learned, so it is important that they view these formative experiences positively. Objective: to evaluate the perception of clinical clerkship of third year students of the bachelor's degree in nursing at a public higher education institution in the province of Tucumán, in the second quarter of 2023. Methos: descriptive, cross-sectional, and quantitative study. The instrument to measure the students' perception of Matheus' clinical clerkship, composed of 24 items, was used. Informed consent was obtained. Results: 124 students, mostly female (88,71 %) and aged between 20 and 29 years (57,26 %) were interviewed. Of the respondents, 56,45 % rated the teaching performance as positive and 10,48 % rated the teaching-learning process as negative. The overall perception of the clerkship was positive in 51,61 % of the students. Conclusion: perceptions of the clinical clerkship were mostly favorable, and teaching performance was the most highly rated aspect. Older students had a better perception of the clinical clerkship Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 30 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202330 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:30:id:30 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Eduardo de Jesús Pomares Bory Author-Name: Odalys Vázquez Naranjo Author-Name: Liliam Barrios Herrero Author-Name: Lourdes Guadalupe Arencibia Flores Author-Name: Manuela Gilda Bernardo Fuentes Title: Pertinence of the teaching use of virtual classroom by Basic Biomedical Science Department Abstract: Introduction: The use of digital technology is recognized as a strategic educational policy in higher education. Objective: To analyze the relevance of the virtual classroom as a teaching tool by the Basic Biomedical Science Department, Salvador Allende Health Sciences Faculty, Medical University of Havana. Methods: A descriptive, qualitative, case study-based research study was conducted. Theoretical methods, including analysis-synthesis, induction-deduction, historical-logical analysis, and ascent from the abstract to the concrete, were used. Empirical methods comprised documentary review and focus groups. Results: Established criteria enable the consideration of the instructional use of the virtual classroom as a departmental teaching innovation. Supported by digital technology, this represents a transition from traditional face-to-face teaching to a hybrid model. Conclusions: The use of the virtual classroom for teaching purposes by the Basic Biomedical Science Department, Salvador Allende Health Sciences Faculty, Medical University of Havana, stands as a pertinent teaching innovation, contributing to the digital transformation of medical education. Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 31 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202331 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:31:id:31 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carmen Rodríguez-Martínez Author-Name: José Alvarez-Solano Author-Name: Ariel D. Pérez-Galavís Author-Name: Misael Ron Title: Distance education during the COVID-19 pandemic: experience at a public university Abstract: Objective: Evaluate the performance of distance education in the Accounting and Business Administration programs at a public university during the Covid-19 pandemic. Methods: A quantitative, field, observational, descriptive, and cross-sectional research was conducted based on the positivism paradigm. The sample consisted of 23 professors, and was obtained through a non-probabilistic, intentional sampling. All participants met the inclusion criteria. Results: The study results indicate that the contents achieved the intended objectives, adhered to the set timeline, and remained current. Nonetheless, 57% of the professors reported poor attendance in virtual sessions, leading to incomplete coverage of subject´s content. 100% of participants had access to a computer, while 70% reported having good Internet connectivity. The virtual classroom was the most frequently used communication tool (61%), followed by WhatsApp (5%). Conclusion: Based on the evaluation of instructional time, professor-student communication, and student participation, the distance education process was deemed appropriate. On the other hand, professors reported differences in the use of instructional strategies, institutional resources, and learning assessment Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 32 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202332 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:32:id:32 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lisset Urquiza Portilla Title: Scientific fraud: attack on the credibility of science Abstract: Introducción: cuando se refiere al término fraude en las investigaciones científicas, se pueden definir 3 modalidades fundamentales de este que van acorde a la búsqueda de estudios que no sean fácilmente rechazados: manipular datos, plagio y la creación de datos inexistentes. Objetivo: describir factores que permitan la detección del fraude científico en la investigación. Métodos: se realizó una revisión de la bibliografía en el mes de diciembre de 2023 a través del acceso a las bases de datos Scopus, PubMed, Dialnet, Scielo, y el gestor de búsquedas Google Scholar versión 2022, con las estrategias: ((fraude) AND (redacción científica)), ((ciencia) AND (plagio)) y ((medicina) AND (inteligencia artificial) AND (fraude científico) AND (plagio) AND (invención de datos)) y sus traducciones a la lengua inglesa, limitada la búsqueda a los últimos 5 años –desde 2019 hasta 2023–. Resultados: unido a la problemática de las revistas depredadoras ha surgido la terminología de revista secuestrada, no es más que aquella que toman artículos, roban nombres de editores, evaluadores o correctores de estilo, y a través de su uso, venden a las distintas páginas webs estudios científicos para su publicación. En la vida real y práctica este fenómeno ocurre por motivación económica. Conclusiones: el fraude en el mundo de la comunicación científica abarca desde los autores, hasta los comités editoriales de las revistas, por lo cual ambos grupos deben instruirse en 2 factores fundamentales, no cometer fraudes y saber detectarlos, para de esta forma acrecentar en términos de credibilidad la ciencia actual Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 34 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202334 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2022:i::p:34:id:34 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Marcela Lichtensztejn Author-Name: Milagros Benavides Author-Name: Carla Galdona Author-Name: Carlos Jesús Canova-Barrios Title: Knowledge of students of the Faculty of Health Sciences about Music Therapy Abstract: Objective: this study aims to evaluate the knowledge that students in the Medicine, Nursing, and Kinesiology programs at the Faculty of Health Sciences of the University of Business and Social Sciences (UCES), City of Buenos Aires, possess regarding music therapy during the second semester of 2023. Methodology: descriptive study with a quantitative, cross-sectional approach. The instrument used consisted of 24 closed-ended questions and was answered by 61 students. Results: the majority of individuals were students enrolled in the Kinesiology program (44,26 %). The results indicate that 83,61 % of participants were familiar with the concept of music therapy, and 73,77 % considered it to be a safe therapy. There was no correlation found between the level of knowledge and gender, age, or academic program. The study revealed a correlation between the level of knowledge and the likelihood of referring a patient to the music therapy service (p<0,001). The study found a strong association between the intention to recommend music therapy treatment and its perceived benefits in reducing pain (p=0,006), improving quality of life (p<0,001), reducing arousal (p<0,001), and enhancing emotional expression (p<0,001). Conclusion: the students report having a high level of knowledge about music therapy, but their self-assessment categorizes it as "poor". The knowledge of music therapy treatment and its applications correlated with the intention to refer patients to the music therapy service in the future. It is recommended that interventions be implemented to enhance the knowledge of future health care professionals about music therapy. This will foster interdisciplinary collaboration and aim to benefit patients Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 35 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202335 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:35:id:35 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Fernando Arellano Author-Name: Elizabeth Arlen Pineda Author-Name: María Luisa Author-Name: Alejandro Zarco Author-Name: Irma Araceli Aburto Author-Name: Diego Ulises Arellano Title: Academic stress in first year students in the career of Medical Surgeon of the Facultad de Estudios Superiores Zaragoza. UNAM, 2022 Abstract: Introduction: A descriptive, exploratory, non-experimental study was conducted to explore the characteristics of academic stress among first-year medical students in the fourth module of the 2022 class of the Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery program at the Faculty of Higher Studies (FES) Zaragoza. The study aimed to identify the primary factors that contribute to academic stress. Methods: The study sample comprised 200 students at the Faculty of Higher Studies Zaragoza, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM). The data were collected using the Cognitive Systematic Inventory of Academic Stress (SISCO). Results: The inventory revealed that the most commonly identified environmental stressors are excessive workload, professors´ evaluations, and professors' character and personality. The most commonly reported indicators of stress are sleep disorders, chronic fatigue, and drowsiness. The most widely used coping strategies include assertiveness, making a plan and completing tasks, and self-praise. Conclusions: In conclusion, differences in the frequency of academic stress characteristics were observed. These differences are important because they can help design and implement solutions, such as workshops or programs, to improve stress management in the academic setting for this population Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 37 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202337 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:37:id:37 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Noel Taboada Lugo Title: Ethical considerations in prenatal diagnosis and genetic counseling Abstract: Introduction: Prenatal diagnosis, the most widely used reproductive option in the world, refers to methods used to study the health of the fetus. One of the objectives is to detect congenital malformations during fetal development and allow for pregnancy termination. An ethical approach, based on respect for individuals and confidentiality, while avoiding harm and respecting autonomy, are the keys to optimal genetic counseling. Objective: To present some ethical considerations regarding medical genetics as a healthcare practice. To this end, discussion will be based on the fundamental principles of bioethics related to prenatal diagnosis and the genetic counseling process. Results: Ethical considerations in medical genetics are a relatively new topic influenced by the advancement of bioethics and the resolution of ethical and social dilemmas in medical practice. Conclusions: In the field of prenatal diagnosis, ethical, social, and legal conflicts that require careful resolution may arise. Physicians must adhere to bioethical principles such as autonomy, justice, beneficence, and non-maleficence in their professional practice. These principles serve as fundamental norms for their conduct, providing a foundation for reasoning and guiding actions in the genetic counseling process. Keywords: medical ethics; bioethics; prenatal diagnosis; genetic counseling Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 38 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202338 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:38:id:38 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Guillermo Alejandro Herrera Horta Author-Name: Zurelys Gutiérrez García Author-Name: Analiz de Paula Paredes Title: Ethics in the professional practice of imaging specialists Abstract: Introduction: During professional practice, it is absolutely necessary that ethics and Imaging complement each other as fundamental sciences. Objective: Describe the role of ethics in Imaging for the proper development of professional practice. Methods: In June and July of 2023, an electronic search for publications and systematic literature reviews was conducted using Google Scholar and the electronic databases PubMed, Medline, and SciELO. The following descriptors were used: "ethics and medical ethics", "Imaging", and "ethics and Imaging". A total of 56 sources were reviewed in the databases mentioned above. Out of these, 31 bibliographic references were used. Results: Imaging specialists, like other healthcare professionals, must adhere to ethical duties that include respecting privacy, maintaining privileged communication, confidentiality, and obtaining informed consent. Professionals in the field often face ethical conflicts during their practice. Therefore, it is crucial that they are technically and scientifically prepared to handle such situations. This is especially important when dealing with medical-legal imaging and the ethical dilemmas that may arise. It is essential to pay close attention to the indication of imaging studies, particularly when they do not provide any benefit to the patient. Conclusions: Imaging specialists who are involved in patient care must adhere to ethical standards governing the practice of the profession Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 39 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202339 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2022:i::p:39:id:39 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Luis Manuel Abreu Pereira Author-Name: Yanier Espinosa Goire Author-Name: Andy Guillermo Paumier Durán Title: Professional ethics in the field of scientific publications Abstract: Nowadays, more and more people want to publish their research, which has led to an increase in incorrect practices related to ethics and are called scientific misconduct. This paper aims to characterize the fundamental manifestations of misconduct in scientific research and the ways to combat them, for this purpose a search of bibliographies in databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar and SciELO was carried out, where the search strategies used were: ethics in scientific publication, plagiarism and scientific misconduct, publications in Spanish and English were considered, using 18 references. Finally, it was determined that the main ethical misconduct in scientific publications include invention, falsification, plagiarism, etc. and that the best way to combat them is to resort to formative evaluation at different levels of undergraduate and graduate studies Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 40 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202340 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:40:id:40 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ricardo Hodelín Tablada Title: The evolution from the diagnosis of death to encephalic death Abstract: Introduction: Death is a process whose diagnosis has varied throughout history. Objective: Demonstrate the various methods of diagnosing death until brain death is confirmed. Methods: A historical documentary review was conducted on the various methods used to diagnose death. Results: In ancient times, the cessation of breathing was the primary indicator of death. However, with the emergence of clinical death, cardiac activity became the main criterion for diagnosing death. In the late 1950s, European neurologists identified a stage at which the brain ceases to function, exhibiting irreversible damage. However, artificial means can sustain the functions of the heart and lungs. In 1959, professors Mollaret and Goulon from the Claude Bernard Hospital in Paris introduced the term “coma dépassé”' to describe a state beyond coma, where a “dead brain is associated with a living body.” This concept led to the development of brain death and the diagnosis of death through the lens of brain functions. This change facilitated the advancement of organ and tissue transplants. Conclusions: Currently, death can be diagnosed by either the cessation of heart function or the irreversible cessation of brain function Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 41 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202341 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:41:id:41 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yarabel Nápoles Prieto Author-Name: Gladys Alejandra Rojas Sánchez Author-Name: Arturo Arturo Puga García Title: The discipline of Medical Psychology in the ethical-humanistic education of medical students Abstract: Objective: To describe the current situation of ethical-humanistic training through the discipline Medical Psychology at the Faculty of Medical Sciences of Sancti Spíritus “Dr. Faustino Pérez Hernández.” Methods: Non-experimental, descriptive, cross-sectional study with a mixed-methods approach. The sample was stratified and non-probabilistic, consisting of 10 professors, 8 administrators, and 60 students. Results: The diagnosis found the following strengths: the discipline Medical Psychology is integrated into the cross-curricular ethical-humanistic formation within the Medicine curriculum; humanistic values education is established as a priority methodology; the medical-legal curricular strategy is developed; the faculty serves as an example of what is taught in the discipline; students recognize the importance of the formative process. On the other hand, the following deficiencies were found: weaknesses in the direction of ethical-humanistic training in the discipline Medical Psychology; professors need more training to meet the requirements of the medical training model; there are still no comprehensive assessments that emphasize skills and behavior, as well as the interrelation with the main integrating discipline. Conclusions: The discipline Medical Psychology has the potential to enhance the ethical-humanistic education of medical students. Both administrators and students recognize the importance of improving this educational process. However, it was observed that there is no relevant methodology adapted to the formative needs of professors and students Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 42 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202342 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:42:id:42 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Denis Gonzalez-Argote Author-Name: Javier Gonzalez-Argote Title: Generación de grafos a partir de metadatos de revistas científicas con el sistema OAI-PMH Abstract: Accessing scientific and academic information has become easier than ever, largely due to the proliferation of academic journals using metadata systems to present their content. Major examples of these systems include the Open Journal Systems (OJS) and the Open Archives Initiative Protocol for Metadata Harvesting (OAI-PMH), both of which have significantly simplified the online dissemination of research. However, these platforms have become essential for the publication and dissemination of research, giving rise to new needs for editors and academics. A study was conducted on technological innovation, using code generation for primary data production, with the ultimate goal of generating graphs for co-authorship and term co-occurrence networks. This article aims to address the increasing demand for enriched information. We will examine how the OAI-PMH system can generate graphs from academic journal metadata to meet specific needs. Creating graphs from metadata of scientific journals using the OAI-PMH system and Python code offers a robust and flexible approach to academic production analysis. This study proves the applicability of this method to generate keyword co-occurrence and co-authorship networks, providing a deeper and more contextual insight into scientific publications. The relevance of this application reaches both academic journal editors and academics/researchers. This tool helps editors effectively present their journals, evaluate the quality and content of publications, select categories for indexing, and identify emerging trends. Instead, this methodology promotes collaboration among academics, enables more advanced bibliometric analyses, facilitates result presentation, and supports informed decision-making in their research areas Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 43 Volume: 2 Issue: Year: 2023 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202343 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:2:y:2023:i::p:43:id:43 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Dr. José Alejandro Rodríguez-Pérez Title: Pediatric Surgery in Cuba: an untold story Abstract: In Cuba, pediatric surgery began in the 1960s, a young specialty in the world, and in the country a group of brilliant professors, with Dr. Enrique José Hechavarría Vaillant as the pioneer precursor, laid the foundations of the specialty. During the process of searching for information for the conformation of the present work, no documents were found that compiled aspects of the history of pediatric surgery in Cuba, which is why the present research is carried out with the main objective of arguing the importance of the history of pediatric surgery in Cuba and the figure of Dr. Enrique José Hechavarría Vaillant as a precursor of the same, reaching the conclusion that undoubtedly the history of Cuban pediatric surgery represents the work and hard work of many professionals, especially this doctor Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 4 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw20224 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:4:id:4 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Vanessa Pérez-Del-Vallín Title: Development of communication skills in the health sector Abstract: In the present study, the importance of communication skills in the health sector was analyzed, with a focus on communication between health professionals and patients. The need to develop skills for clear and effective communication is highlighted, a determining factor in quality medical care, especially in the context of telemedicine, which has become more relevant in today's digital society. The digital divide is presented as a challenge in establishing effective and assertive communication, since it can limit access to quality medical care and active participation in one's own medical care for certain groups of the population. It is concluded that a more deliberate incorporation of training in communication skills in medical education is essential, as well as the need for training curricula that offer tools for its refinement. In this context, the development of communication skills that allow providing a better health service with results in the quality of life of the general population becomes crucial Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 5 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw20225 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:5:id:5 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carlos Rafael Araujo Inastrilla Title: Big Data in Health Information Systems Abstract: In the healthcare sector, Information Systems are fundamental for decision-making at all levels. This process can be strengthened with the implementation of Big Data analytics. In this context, the present study aims to describe the experiences, benefits, and applications of Big Data in Health Information Systems through a systematic literature review. The research reviewed 22 studies on the use of Big Data in the healthcare sector, applying inclusion and exclusion criteria to select relevant studies. The results of these studies indicated that the use of Big Data in healthcare can improve the quality of teleassistance services for patients, as well as logistics and financial services. It can also prevent diseases and improve patient care in public health information systems. Additionally, it can provide new knowledge and actionable information from new data sources, and promote the natural transformation of descriptive research into predictive and prescriptive research. The studies also highlighted the importance of Artificial Intelligence for data to be useful for research and medical purposes. In general, the research concluded that Big Data has a favorable impact on the healthcare sector, especially in biomedical research, and that its use can improve the efficiency and quality of medical care Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 6 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw20226 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:6:id:6 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Carlos Canova-Barrios Author-Name: Felipe Machuca-Contreras Title: Interoperability standards in Health Information Systems Abstract: Introduction: Health Information Systems (HIS) have been improved to enhance the quality of healthcare. However, adequate computerization of these systems, as demanded by the digital society, requires the adoption of interoperability standards that allow all system elements to be interconnected. Objective: to describe the results provided by the literature on the use of interoperability standards in HIS. Methods: a systematic review was conducted using the PRISMA methodology on the results of the adoption of interoperability standards in HIS. Information was searched in Scopus, Medline, Google Scholar, and SciELO. Then, a selection of the most relevant studies was made, using inclusion criteria. Results: most of the reviewed studies focused on the evaluation of interoperability standards in hospital and institutional environments, with a global interest in such standards. The diversity of standards used and the results obtained demonstrate the importance and significant impact of the implementation of interoperability standards in improving the quality of healthcare systems. Conclusions: the systematic literature review reveals that the implementation of interoperability standards is fundamental to ensure the integration between the components that make up the systems, which in turn contributes to operational efficiency and information security Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 7 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw20227 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:7:id:7 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lázaro Ernesto Horta-Martínez Title: 3D printing in the medical field Abstract: Introduction: 3D printing has represented a technological advance in the field of health sciences. This additive manufacturing allows the creation of grafts, autotransplates and tissue regeneration. Objective: describe the contribution of 3D printing to the field of medicine. Methods: A review of the literature was carried out in the month of November 2023 through access to the databases Scopus, PubMed, Dialnet, Scielo, and the search engine Google Scholar version 2022, with the strategies: ((print 3D) AND (medicine)), ((medicine) AND (technological advances)) and ((3D printing) AND (surgical sciences) AND (prosthetics) AND (orthoses) AND (surgical procedures)) and their translations into the English language , limited the search to the last 5 years –from 2019 to 2023–, in Spanish, English or Portuguese languages. Development: In a general sense, 3D printing refers to the sequential accumulation of materials on a platform through different production methods, including: polarization, injection injection, binder injection, material extrusion, powder bed, lamination metal and metal tank. This creation process that consists of printing 3D objects by superimposed layers in ascending order. Conclusions: 3D printing has allowed us to reduce the costs and manufacturing time of the structures used in medicine –implants, prostheses, grafts and surgical material– as well as a great advance in medical education from the creation of three-dimensional pieces that allow better preparation and maintenance of surgical skills Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 8 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw20228 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:8:id:8 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Felix Antonio Rego Rodríguez Author-Name: Lucía Germán Flores Author-Name: Adrián Alejandro Vitón-Castillo Title: Artificial intelligence and machine learning: present and future applications in health sciences Abstract: Introduction: artificial intelligence and machine learning have brought significant changes and transformed everyday life, and this is also seen in healthcare and medicine. A bibliographic review was carried out with the aim of delving into the current and future applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning in the health and biomedical sciences sector. Methods: a bibliographic review was carried out in the main databases and other search services. The terms “artificial intelligence”, “automated learning”, “deep learning”, “health sciences” were used, as well as search descriptors. Results: artificial intelligence (AI) models are playing an increasingly important role in biomedical research and clinical practice, showing their potential in various applications, such as risk modeling and stratification, personalized screening, diagnosis (including classification of molecular disease subtypes), prediction of response to therapy, and prognosis. All of these fields of research could greatly improve the current trend towards precision medicine, resulting in more reliable and personalized approaches with a high impact on diagnostic and therapeutic pathways. This implies a paradigm shift from defining statistical and population perspectives to individual predictions, allowing for more effective preventive actions and therapy planning. Conclusions: there is high potential for the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning on a large scale in the future Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 9 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw20229 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:9:id:9 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Telmo Raul Aveiro-Róbalo Title: Distance learning and its relation to medical education in the present times Abstract: This scientific text addresses the evolution of distance education, highlighting the crucial role of information and communication technologies (ICT) in virtual education. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the transition to distance education, especially in Latin America, although challenges are faced due to the lack of infrastructure and Internet access in remote areas. The text introduces key concepts such as distance and virtual education, as well as ICTs. It explores pedagogical theories, such as cyberculture and connectivism, that support online teaching. Connectivism is highlighted as a theory that emphasizes the importance of connections and learning in changing and uncontrolled environments. Suggestions for applying connectivism in medical education are provided, including the use of blogs, social networking, and the creation of online communities. The text also emphasizes the need to constantly adapt teaching strategies to keep up with advances in the field of medicine and health sciences. Several tools applied to virtual teaching are described, such as the Zoom and Google Meet videoconferencing platforms, as well as the Moodle and Google Classroom learning platforms. In addition, design and gamification tools are mentioned, along with the importance of clouds for online storage and collaboration Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 10 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202210 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:10:id:10 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: José Alejandro Rodríguez-Pérez Title: Strengthening the Implementation of the One Health Approach in the Americas: Interagency Collaboration, Comprehensive Policies, and Information Exchange Abstract: In the 21st century, the One Health approach recognizes the interdependence between human, animal and plant health and environmental conservation. In a globalized world where boundaries are blurring, this approach has become essential to address challenges such as zoonotic diseases, environmental degradation and food security. One Health fosters collaboration between public health, animal health, plant health and environmental conservation. Its implementation requires the cooperation of governments, NGOs, the private sector and civil society. Challenges include the lack of a common data platform and the need for sound legislation. Data collection and scientific evidence are essential, as is consideration of sociological factors in health. Social and technological innovation also play a crucial role. One Health offers the opportunity to comprehensively address public and environmental health issues, seeking a healthier and more equitable world for all species Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 11 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202211 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:11:id:11 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Javier Gonzalez-Argote Title: Effective communication and shared decision making: Theoretical approach from the doctor-patient relationship approach Abstract: Introduction: shared decision making is understood as a communicational model in which health personnel collaborate with the patient or caregiver in making optimal health decisions, encouraging patients, family members and physicians to evaluate clinical information and compare risk-benefit in order to select the most appropriate treatment option. Objective: to characterize shared decision making as a model of patient-physician communication. Development: the method has gained acceptance among the medical community in recent years; despite having an approach in line with current medicine due to benefits such as a decrease in medical errors, being associated with a better overall quality of decisions and less decisional conflict, its use is controversial due to weaknesses such as lack of practical guidelines for its use, lack of training for the parties involved, lack of time and applicability due to the patient's characteristics. Shared decision support tools provide information about the options and potentially expected outcomes for a person's health status, and are different from traditional educational materials. Conclusions: shared decision making emerges as a method of patient-physician communication centered on the participation of the patient in his or her medical therapy and is credited with reducing decisional uncertainty. The scientific evidence is insufficient to recommend its use over traditional methods, although its application has gained acceptance among the international community in recent years Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 12 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202212 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:12:id:12 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Jose Ignacio Robaina Castillo Title: Cultural competence in medical and health education: an approach to the topic Abstract: Cultural competence is essential to ensure safe, high-quality healthcare; and adequate preparation is necessary to provide culturally congruent care. A literature review was conducted to examine the theoretical foundations of cultural competence and its application to medical and health education. The search for information in databases was carried out using the terms “cultural competence”, “health education”, “medical education”, “cultural sensitivity” and “cultural humility”. Cultural competence is the ability of a student or healthcare professional to provide culturally appropriate and specifically tailored care to patient populations with diverse values, beliefs, and behaviors. The development of cultural competency in medical education has occurred surprisingly rapidly in response to gaps in student training and skills identified by educators, clinicians, and care provider and accrediting bodies. The acquisition of cultural competencies by health professionals’ addresses: the interest in learning about other cultures, learning about another culture, interactions with people from different cultures and the set of capabilities to respond to people's health needs. from another culture. Competition consistently directs attention to political and social circumstances as well as individual considerations that can alleviate suffering and promote health and well-being Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 13 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202213 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:13:id:13 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Nicole Noemi Villanueva Amaro Author-Name: Segundo Waldemar Rios Rios Author-Name: Brian Andree Meneses Claudio Title: Influencing factors and student desertion at a private university in northern Lima Abstract: The objective of this research study was to show the influential factors that determine student desertion in a private university in northern Lima. The methodology used is descriptive in scope with a quantitative approach, with a non-experimental cross-sectional design. The population is made up of students belonging to the Business Administration career who dropped out in the period 2019 and 2020. The sample was obtained probabilistically resulting in 134 students, to then collect data concerning the behavior of the research variables with respect to the elements of the socioeconomic, sociological and institutional factors that influence academic retention; also the Likert evaluation scale consisting of 20 questions was used. In addition, the results were analyzed in an orderly manner based on the information obtained for the statistical development of graphs and tables; and thus corroborate the objectives and the hypothesis raised in the research. The reliability valuation obtained according to the statistical use of Cronbach's alpha was 0,716, which means that the instrument has an acceptable reliability valuation Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 14 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202214 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:14:id:14 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Nicole Noemi Villanueva Amaro Author-Name: Segundo Waldemar Rios Rios Author-Name: Brian Andree Meneses Claudio Title: Exploration of theoretical conceptualizations of the causes of college dropout Abstract: This paper addresses the crucial issue of student dropout at the university level, exploring various theories that explain the reasons behind this phenomenon. It highlights key factors such as socioeconomic, personal and academic problems that contribute to dropout. Previous research findings indicate that economic problems, such as lack of financial resources and the high cost of higher education, are a significant cause of dropout. In addition, personal challenges, such as low self-esteem and psychological problems, also influence the decision to drop out. In the academic field, low performance and lack of guidance are determining factors in student dropout. Educational institutions play an important role in providing financial support, academic guidance and retention programs to address these problems. Three types of dropout are identified: early, temporary and permanent, each with its own characteristics. In addition, the concept of procrastination is addressed, which refers to the procrastination of academic tasks, which can lead to underachievement and, ultimately, dropout. It is suggested that procrastination can be addressed through motivational and metacognitive strategies, as well as through the promotion of routines and habits that improve academic self-control. Overall, understanding the multiple causes of student dropout is essential to develop effective strategies to promote student retention and academic success at the university level, both nationally and internationally Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 15 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202215 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:15:id:15 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: María Carla Hernández Martínez Title: Whipple: more than a surname, an eponym, a history Abstract: Rarely does it happen that two men coincide in time, have the same surname, are friends and achieve great celebrity in medicine and an example of this are: George Hoyt Whipple and Allen Oldfather Whipple. Having as motivation the importance of knowing the history of men as great as these, the present investigation was carried out, for which a bibliographic search was made with the objective of describing the historical aspects related to George Hoyt Whipple and Allen Oldfather Whipple, allowing to reach the main conclusion that the eponym (Whipple) of the disease and the technique are not due to the same person and that, although there is no kinship between them, George Hoyt Whipple and Allen Oldfather Whipple were twinned by time and history Journal: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education Pages: 16 Volume: 1 Issue: Year: 2022 Subtitle : DOI: 10.56294/mw202216 Handle: RePEc:dbk:medicw:v:1:y:2022:i::p:16:id:16