Revolutionizing Medical Education Through Pedagogy of Connection (EP:40)

Revolutionizing Medical Education Through Pedagogy of Connection (EP:40)
With Marco Antonio de Carvalho Filho, MD, PHD

How can we create environments and opportunities where connections between educators, students, and meaning not only exists but thrives? Join host Stacy Craft, and guest Professor Dr. Carvalho Filho, as we uncover the power of authentic connections in revolutionizing both education and healthcare, through the transformative concept of the “pedagogy of connection” and its profound impact on medical education and patient care. We explore the critical importance of student-centered education for achieving patient-centered care and the vital role of emotional intelligence in building meaningful relationships with patients. Inspired by Paulo Freire’s educational philosophy, we also explore the need for education to develop critical consciousness and the ability to enact change.

Questions? Feedback? Ideas? Contact us at edufi@mayo.edu

Audio Editing: Celina Bertoncini

Additional Resources:

• • Cayres Ribeiro, L. M., & de Carvalho Filho, M. A. (2025). Exploring Untested Feasibilities: Critical Pedagogy’s Approach to Addressing Abuse and Oppression in Medical Education. Teaching and Learning in Medicine, 1–10. https://doi.org/10.1080/10401334.2025.2453809
  • de Carvalho Filho MA, Hafferty FW. Adopting a pedagogy of connection for medical education. Med Educ. 2025; 59(1): 37–45. doi:10.1111/medu.15486 
  • Cavaleiro I, de Carvalho Filho MA. Harnessing student feedback to transform teachers: Role of emotions and relationships. Med Educ. 2024; 58(6): 750–760. doi:10.1111/medu.15264
  • Concepts Used by Paulo Freirehttps://doi.org/10.4300/JGME-D-21-00767.1