Development of student clinics in Indigenous contexts.

Previous research has indicated that interprofessional student clinics provide culturally responsive access to health care for Indigenous Australians. The aim of this study was to determine the factors and approaches which support student learning in Indigenous contexts and facilitate positive outcomes for clients. Students (n = 36) and their clinical educators (n = 4) in two clinical contexts were participants. All students completed a survey about their placement experience and all clinical educators and students in one context participated in semi-structured interviews. Survey data revealed that 94% of students in context 1 and 78.5% of students in context 2 felt they were more skilled in working with Indigenous people following their placement. Interview data was analysed qualitatively and four main themes emerged: 1) structures and processes supporting placements; 2) the importance of relationships; 3) client-centred practice; and 4) interprofessional leadership. These factors should be considered in development of student clinics in Indigenous contexts in order to maximise outcomes for clients and students. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]