Internal medicine journal
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Internal medicine journal · Aug 2023
Key aspects of teaching that affect perceived preparedness of medical students for transition to work: insights from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The self-perceived preparedness of medical students to transition into practising junior doctors has implications for patient safety, graduate well-being and development of professional identity. ⋯ The current study highlights key aspects of clinical placements and formal teaching programs that contribute to perceptions of preparedness for transition to clinical practice. Relevant experiential learning in the clinical setting, opportunities for deliberate practice of necessary skills (in simulation and the clinical setting) and reflective opportunities from formal teaching programs contribute to perceived preparedness and are important elements to be included in the final phase of any medical program.