The relevance of health education through a national exchange in family and community medicine

Abstract

Objective: To report the experience of a medical student in a national exchange program in Family Community Medicine (FCM). Experience report: The National Exchange, carried out by the student, took place in two instances, the first being an experience in the Family and Community Strategy Health Unit and the other in the setting of the local University, enabled theoretical-practical learning using active methodology. The experience faced consolidated themes previously seen by the student, in addition to learning a new universe in relation to public health, local culture and interpersonal growth. In view of this, the National Exchange focused on FCM education is a tool that boosts scientific and social knowledge. Final considerations: Through the exchange, it was possible to broaden the worldview on Public Health, experiencing a new reality that was not expected, based on this, the exchange is consolidated as a key piece for creating skills that can be essential for future professionals.