Cross-cultural medicine in the Middle East at the start of the 21st century: where East and West meet.

摘要: The “global village” has resulted in the need to tackle cross-cultural issues medical school curriculum. southern region of Israel (the Negev) provides a unique opportunity study interaction between medicine and culture. Negev population is multicultural society, with Bedouin Arabs comprising almost fifth its population. This imposes tremendous challenges establishment serves as “cross-cultural laboratory” for educating students global health issues. Both traditional Israeli track, well newly established Medical School International Medicine, incorporate studies various forms different degrees. Studies suggest that exposure international experiences increases their sensitivity knowledge. We feel characterized by such ethnic diversity, all schools should adopt an integral part