Curricularization of extension in Human Anatomy with medical students

an experience report

Abstract

Introduction: The educational process for university academic training encompasses the curricularization of extension, providing opportunities for broad professional training and the dissemination of knowledge to the community. Objective: to present and discuss an extension curricularization action carried out in the Anatomy laboratory of a state university in Paraná. Experience Report: The action was aimed at the community in general in the form of a guided visit to the laboratory. The experience report of medical students, based on questionnaire responses, was used. These students were responsible for all stages of organization, implementation, and evaluation of the extension initiative. Most of the university students highlighted positive aspects of the training, such as the improvement of communication and teaching skills. They also demonstrated an awareness of the importance of interaction with the community. Final Considerations: Information and dissemination in the area of health, with an emphasis on the human body, is relevant in contributing to the self-knowledge of all people, and events such as this constitute an opportunity to exercise citizenship and promote disease prevention.