Essential things for being an "ideal physician" in medical education / 医学教育

ABSTRACT

1)For 3 years, we have asked fifth–year medical students what they consider an ideal physician to be and what they think is required to become one.<br>2)They considered an ideal physician to be holistic, honest, mindful, and caring. Some students also wanted to themselves be role models for other physicians and students.<br>3)To be an ideal physician, many students wanted to learn from role models.However, some students wanted to avoid being influenced by "bad physicians," suggesting the impact of a hidden curriculum. On the whole, students sought experiences for personal growth and for improving practical skills in communication and interviewing. Such knowledge may help in medical education.