A Multidisciplinary Approach to Learning Anatomy

Abstract

This chapter highlights the other teaching methodologies for teaching gross anatomy. Anatomy has been a cornerstone of medical education for hundreds of years. But lately, over the last few years, Anatomy in undergraduate education has been undergoing a lot changes. Methods of teaching, methods of assessment, methods of cadaver procurement, embalming methods etc. all have undergone metamorphosis.  Since anatomy is the foundation of medical science in India, first-year undergraduate health science students are taught it practically in every subject. It is a well-known truth that learning the fundamentals of anatomy is a need for learning any other area of medicine. All medical professionals must have a basic knowledge of Anatomy so as to ensure safe medical practice. Traditionally Anatomy teaching consists of didactic lectures as well as dissections or prosections as per the requirement of the course.In an effort to include new content into their curricula without sacrificing core anatomy knowledge, medical colleges are evaluating alternative approaches to teaching gross anatomy in order to make the subject more engaging and inspiring for students.