Introduction: Medical education is a multidimensional discipline encompassing knowledge, clinical skills, attitudes, and effective communication, which are pivotal in shaping competent healthcare professionals.This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Sensitization-Immersion-Reflection framework as an innovative method to enhance learning and assessment of AETCOM competencies.Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of the S I R framework in Enhancing Phase-2 MBBS students' understanding and application of AETCOM competencies.Materials and Methods: This was a quasi-experimental, mixed-methods study design to evaluate the effectiveness of the Sensitization Immersion Reflection framework in enhancing understanding and application of AETCOM competencies. The interventional study was conducted over a period of 3 months and included a sensitization session on ethical concepts through interactive large group teaching followed by an Immersion Phase which featured role plays, case discussions, and cinemeducation to deepen understanding. The understanding and analysis of the students were further assessed in the Reflection Phase through guided reflective writing. Results: 105 students were part of the study, The observations were recorded in terms of knowledge, attitude and communication. Significant improvements were observed in their Knowledge on ethical concepts, post-intervention students demonstrated a significant increase in their ability to identify key ethical principles, as reflected in their reflective writing and discussions. Attitudes: 43% strongly agreed on discussing ethics during clinical rounds, and 38.7% supported respecting patients wishes. 98.9% of students revealed increased awareness of the complexities of ethical dilemmas encountered during role plays.Conclusion: The S-I-R approach effectively enhanced bioethics knowledge shifted attitudes toward ethical practice, and provided valuable feedback.
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