scholarly journals Evaluation of the knowledge of intern doctors on transfusion medicine in Turkey

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Funda Tayfun Kupesiz ◽  
Suheyla Ocak ◽  
Begum Sirin Koc ◽  
Melike Sezgin Evim ◽  
Ozlem Tufekci ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Practical Knowledge ◽  
Basic Knowledge ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Transfusion Medicine ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Incorrect Information ◽  
Transfusion Complications ◽  
Medicine Education

Abstract Background: Proper clinical use of blood products requires competent theoretical and practical knowledge of transfusion medicine. In this study, we aimed to evaluate levels of transfusion medicine knowledge and attainment of educational targets and identify factors affecting the education of transfusion medicine. Methods: A multicentric survey study was performed among final-year medical students. The questions were prepared based on learning objectives for transfusion medicine curriculum. The questionnaire focused on the safety of blood transfusion administration. Results: The survey included 727 (24%) of 3009 students enrolled in 13 medical schools. In the competence self-assessment, 65% of the students reported that transfusion medicine education was insufficient. Only 14% felt competent in recognizing transfusion complications and applying first-line treatment. For initiating and monitoring transfusions, 41% stated they could manage under supervision and 7% stated they had sufficient practice, while the remaining 52% considered themselves completely insufficient in this area. The 10 questions assessing basic knowledge and attainment of educational targets had 53 choices. This indicates that intern doctors were not able to recognize 50% of the correct and 30% of the incorrect information. Conclusion: A large proportion of medical students did not have adequate theoretical knowledge or self-assessed practical competency in transfusion medicine.

scholarly journals The Perception of Rural Medical Students Regarding the Future of General Medicine: A Thematic Analysis

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (10) ◽  
pp. 1256
Author(s):  
Kasumi Nishikawa ◽  
Ryuichi Ohta ◽  
Chiaki Sano
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
General Medicine ◽  
Present Situation ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Positive Impression ◽  
Further Development ◽  
Medicine Education

Although the demand for general physicians has increased in Japan because of its aging population, medical universities primarily provide organ-based education; thus, medical students do not receive sufficient general medical education. The number of residents focusing on general medicine remains low; therefore, to understand the present situation regarding general medicine education, we attempted to clarify the views of medical students and the factors influencing them. In this qualitative study, semi-structured interviews were conducted in 12 medical students at Shimane University, and the results were analyzed through thematic analysis. The results indicated the emergence of three themes and 14 concepts. The three overarching themes were as follows: hopes for the field of general medicine, gaps between ideal and reality of general medicine, and factors affecting students’ motivation for specialization in general medicine. Medical students had a positive impression of general medicine and believed that it has potential for further development; however, they felt a gap between their ideals and reality (i.e., unclear expertise). Factors creating this gap included poorly developed education and medical policies. We need to restructure general medicine education based on the participants’ perceptions by establishing collaborative curricula between universities and community hospitals and by increasing students’ exposure to general medicine.

scholarly journals Challenges for learning neuroradiology in undergraduate medical school: analysis from the students’ point of view

2021 ◽  
Vol 45 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Esther de Alencar Araripe Falcão Feitosa ◽  
Luiz Henrique Costa Neto ◽  
Carina de Oliveira Gregório ◽  
Letícia Nobre Limas ◽  
Paulo Goberlânio de Barros Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Medical School ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Mobile Application ◽  
Practical Knowledge ◽  
Good Alternative ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Basic Knowledge ◽  
Clinical Neurology ◽  
Didactic Material

Abstract: Introduction: The teaching of neuroradiology in undergraduate medical school must be seen as an integration tool for the interdisciplinary study of radiology, anatomy and neurology. In practice, there is a limitation on the part of students in acquiring such knowledge, either due to “neurophobia”, or due to the lack of previous anatomical-radiological knowledge and also due to the lack of integrated didactic materials aimed at undergraduate school. However, there are few studies reporting the difficulties encountered by students in learning neuroradiology. Objective: To assess the perception of medical students about learning difficulties in neuroradiology. Method: Quantitative study, carried out with medical students enrolled in the second and seventh semesters of a university in Fortaleza. Data were obtained through a structured questionnaire with 12 yes or no answer questions. The questions addressed the possible difficulties encountered in acquiring neuroradiological knowledge, among them: the lack of targeted didactic material, the lack of integration with neurology, the need for basic radiological and anatomical knowledge, the large volume of content to study, and the limitations of active and traditional methodologies. Results: 181 questionnaires were analyzed. Most students report as difficulties: the need for basic knowledge of radiology (80.1%); neuroanatomy (77.5%); and to correlate radiology and neuroanatomy (70.9%). When comparing the 2nd semester and 7th semester groups, there was a greater tendency to point out the lack of practical knowledge of neurology by 2nd-semester students as a factor of greater difficulty in learning neuroradiology (82.6% versus 67.4 %, with p <0.0018). When asked about the usefulness of creating an e-book aimed at undergraduate students for learning neuroradiology, 85.6% of the students answered affirmatively; in the case of a mobile application, 92.3% agreed. As for the correlation between neuroradiology and medical practice, 98.3% answered that it is useful and necessary knowledge. Conclusion: In the students’ opinion, previous knowledge of neuroanatomy and clinical neurology is important for learning neuroradiology. The development of material such as an e-book or mobile application focused on integrating the teaching of these disciplines is considered a good alternative to facilitate the understanding of neuroradiology.

Reprioritising transfusion medicine education for graduating medical students

2017 ◽  
Vol 51 (11) ◽  
pp. 1163-1164 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexis R Peedin ◽  
Yara A Park ◽  
Jay S Raval
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Transfusion Medicine ◽  
Medicine Education

scholarly journals Evaluation of the achievement of hematologists to transfusion medicine education with self-assessment questionnaire in Turkey

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Funda TAYFUN KÜPESİZ ◽  
Neslihan ANDIC ◽  
Melike SEZGİN EVİM ◽  
İbrahim EKER ◽  
Fergun AYDİN ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Transfusion Medicine ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Medicine Education ◽  
Assessment Questionnaire

scholarly journals Desafios para o aprendizado de neurorradiologia na graduação médica: análise do ponto de vista discente

2021 ◽  
Vol 45 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Esther de Alencar Araripe Falcão Feitosa ◽  
Luiz Henrique Costa Neto ◽  
Carina de Oliveira Gregório ◽  
Letícia Nobre Limas ◽  
Paulo Goberlânio de Barros Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Mobile Application ◽  
Practical Knowledge ◽  
Good Alternative ◽  
Basic Knowledge ◽  
Clinical Neurology ◽  
Didactic Material ◽  
Interdisciplinary Study ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Abstract: Introduction: The teaching of neuroradiology in undergraduate medical school must be seen as an integration tool for the interdisciplinary study of radiology, anatomy and neurology. In practice, there is a limitation on the part of students in acquiring such knowledge, either due to “neurophobia”, or due to the lack of previous anatomical-radiological knowledge and also due to the lack of integrated didactic materials aimed at undergraduate school. However, there are few studies reporting the difficulties encountered by students in learning neuroradiology. Objective: To assess the perception of medical students about learning difficulties in neuroradiology. Method: Quantitative study, carried out with medical students enrolled in the second and seventh semesters of a university in Fortaleza. Data were obtained through a structured questionnaire with 12 yes or no answer questions. The questions addressed the possible difficulties encountered in acquiring neuroradiological knowledge, among them: the lack of targeted didactic material, the lack of integration with neurology, the need for basic radiological and anatomical knowledge, the large volume of content to study, and the limitations of active and traditional methodologies. Results: 181 questionnaires were analyzed. Most students report as difficulties: the need for basic knowledge of radiology (80.1%); neuroanatomy (77.5%); and to correlate radiology and neuroanatomy (70.9%). When comparing the 2nd semester and 7th semester groups, there was a greater tendency to point out the lack of practical knowledge of neurology by 2nd-semester students as a factor of greater difficulty in learning neuroradiology (82.6% versus 67.4 %, with p <0.0018). When asked about the usefulness of creating an e-book aimed at undergraduate students for learning neuroradiology, 85.6% of the students answered affirmatively; in the case of a mobile application, 92.3% agreed. As for the correlation between neuroradiology and medical practice, 98.3% answered that it is useful and necessary knowledge. Conclusion: In the students’ opinion, previous knowledge of neuroanatomy and clinical neurology is important for learning neuroradiology. The development of material such as an e-book or mobile application focused on integrating the teaching of these disciplines is considered a good alternative to facilitate the understanding of neuroradiology.

scholarly journals Why do Polish medical students resign from pursuing surgical careers? A survey study

2020 ◽  
Vol 92 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Urszula Skorus ◽  
Izabela Karpińska ◽  
Anna Kominko ◽  
Michał Romaniszyn
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Gender Discrimination ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Surgical Specialty ◽  
Surgical Subspecialty ◽  
The Face ◽  
Training Quality ◽  
Surgical Career ◽  
Independent Risk Factors

Background: In recent years the interest of Polish medical students in choosing a career in surgical subspecialties has been declining. In the face of growing demand for surgical procedures it seems essential to find the reasons responsible for that situation. The aim of the study was to evaluate the level of interest in pursuing surgical careers among Polish medical students and to identify factors that may influence their decision. Material and methods: The anonymous questionnaire was distributed electronically among students from 11 different Polish medical universities. Results: We surveyed 595 individuals (190 male and 405 female). 48% of them declared the interest in choosing surgical subspecialty as a career. The percentage of students who considered it before medical school was higher and reached almost 65%. Slight or no interest in surgery as a field of study (OR=20.6), self-assessment of surgical predispositions as unsatisfactory (OR=14.3), feeling unable to enter and accomplish surgical specialty (OR=5.2), being discouraged by partner (OR=3.4), negative past experience with surgical environment (OR=3.2), not having a surgeon as a mentor (OR=2.6), no authorship of journal articles or congress presentations (OR=1.9) and first contact with operating theatre >2nd year of study (OR=1.9) were found to be the independent risk factors of giving up on surgical career. Conclusions: Most medical students are interested in pursuing surgical specialty at some time during their education. However, being discouraged by lifestyle issues, surgical training quality or experiencing gender discrimination they often resign from such career path.

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