The teaching of ethical values in healthcare programs is fundamental, as they guide students' behavior and professional performance. The University of Chile has implemented a competency-based educational model that promotes comprehensive training. The objective of this study was to design and validate a questionnaire to determine the opinions of clinical instructors on the integration of the ethical dimension into the curricula of the Dentistry program.
Methods
A quantitative, cross-sectional, and exploratory study was conducted with 60 clinical instructors in the Dentistry program. A Likert-type opinion questionnaire with ethical dimensions was designed. The content was validated with expert judgment and the Individual Content Validity Index, the construct was validated with Exploratory Factor Analysis, and the instrument's reliability was assessed with Cronbach's Alpha coefficient.
Results
The questionnaire, consisting of five analytical axes and 25 items, was validated. The items were validated with an IVC value > 0.78, the construct with values > 0.5, and the overall reliability of the questionnaire with a value of 0.8185.
Conclusion
The questionnaire presents evidence of content, construct, and reliability validity, making it a useful tool for curriculum evaluation in ethics. Given the cross-curricular nature of ethics, it may also be relevant to other disciplines. Therefore, the instrument can be adapted to the educational realities of different institutions to assess the development of the ethical dimension in their curricula.
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Pub Date : 2025-11-01Epub Date: 2025-10-08DOI: 10.1016/j.edumed.2025.101095
Edgar Villarreal-Jiménez , Karla Dzul-Rosado , Fernando Puerto-Manzano , Juan J. Arias-Leon , Baldomero Sanchez-Barragan , Osvaldo Huchim-Mendez , Nina Mendez-Dominguez
Introduction
The approach of rickettsioses and other vector-borne diseases can pose challenges due to the clinical similarity these diseases share with other infectious conditions. The knowledge acquired in medical school is essential for properly addressing, with a good attitude and confidence, patients who may be suffering from these diseases.
Methodology
This study involved a cross-sectional survey of 144 medical students from endemic and non-endemic areas in Mexico. Descriptive statistics and comparisons of the groups were made based on their residence in endemic versus non-endemic regions. Logistic regression was performed to identify the association between knowledge, attitudes, and confidence based on place of residence using Stata 14.
Results
Among the students, 53.4% live in an endemic region, and they exhibited a higher level of knowledge about the vector, symptoms, and preventive measures compared to those from non-endemic areas.
Conclusion
Students from endemic regions exhibited more confidence and knowledge on rickettsiosis.
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Pub Date : 2025-11-01Epub Date: 2025-10-28DOI: 10.1016/j.edumed.2025.101110
Evelin Yudit Apaza-Vila, Betzy Emelyn Ordoñez-Roiro, Shirley Estefany Caceres-Chilingano, Jesely Haritz Torres-Ramirez, Cesar D. Rojas-Senador, Daniel Kevin Pérez-Alvarez
Introduction
The COVID-19 pandemic brought about a significant transformation in higher education, particularly in fields such as dentistry, where practical training is essential. This study aimed to compare dental students' satisfaction with virtual and face-to-face classes.
Material and methods
Considering variables such as age, sex, and academic year, a validated questionnaire was administered to 177 third-, fourth-, and fifth-year students from the School of Dentistry at Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia in 2024. Statistical analysis included T-tests, ANOVA, Spearman correlation, and hierarchical multiple linear regression.
Results
Results showed similar satisfaction levels across both modalities, with a general mean of 61.46 on a 0–100 scale. Face-to-face classes received a slightly higher average score (71.93) compared to virtual classes (66.86), with no statistically significant differences by age, sex, or academic year. A low positive correlation was found between both modalities (rho = 0.247; p < 0.001).
Conclusion
No significant associations were identified in the regression models. These findings highlight the importance of implementing integrated pedagogical strategies that enhance the educational experience and ensure the quality of learning in both in-person and virtual settings.
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Pub Date : 2025-11-01Epub Date: 2025-06-16DOI: 10.1016/j.edumed.2025.101061
Sophia Denizon Arranz, Emilio Cervera Barba, Patricia Chica Martínez, Alonso Mateos Rodríguez, Salvador Espinosa Ramírez, Diego Palacios Castañeda, Fernando Caballero Martínez
Clinical simulation is an essential methodology for the acquisition of skills by students in Health Sciences. This first part of the article describes the infrastructure of the clinical and surgical simulation centers at the Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, as well as the activities and methodologies of the clinical simulation curriculum within the Medicine degree. It details the different types of activities, their planning, development, and evaluation.
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Pub Date : 2025-11-01Epub Date: 2025-07-28DOI: 10.1016/j.edumed.2025.101088
Anastasiya Spaska
Introduction
This study systematically examines current approaches to implementing reflective practice in medical education, with the aim of optimising the professional training of future physicians.
Materials and methods
The research focuses on the transformative impact of digital technologies, particularly the integration of specialised platforms and artificial intelligence (AI), in creating a personalised and continuous learning environment. Emphasis is placed on the development of emotional intelligence and a conscious approach to learning, which underpin critical thinking and clinical decision-making. Empirical data were drawn from the use of reflective diaries, group discussions, and complex clinical case analyses. These methods were found to deepen students' understanding of medical practice. The study proposes the establishment of a unified digital ecosystem combining tools for group reflection, individual support, and AI-based analysis.
Results
AI integration into the interpretation of reflective records enables identification of individual developmental trajectories and supports tailored feedback for clinical reasoning improvement. Longitudinal reflective courses embedded in the core curriculum contribute to sustained professional growth by fostering intellectual humility, emotional intelligence, and professional empathy. Moreover, structured reflection enhances students' resilience in the face of clinical challenges and promotes mindfulness as a core professional skill. The combination of digital and interpersonal reflective practices thus supports the multidimensional development of future doctors, preparing them for emotionally demanding and ethically complex healthcare environments.
Conclusions
The most effective strategy combines traditional reflective learning with digital innovation. Electronic portfolios, automated reflection analysis, virtual case simulations, and interactive platforms supported by AI offer a multidimensional and adaptive educational environment that promotes personalised professional development.
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Pub Date : 2025-11-01Epub Date: 2025-08-28DOI: 10.1016/j.edumed.2025.101085
Lizbeth González-Herrera, Moisés De los Santos-Rodríguez, Rafael Hoyos-Pinzón, Lizbeth Paulina Padrón-Aké, Lucila Polanco-Reyes, Reyna Beatriz Rendón-Osorio
Introduction
Satisfaction is a category in the emotional sphere that encompasses psychological well-being and enjoyment during academic experiences, closely linked to academic success. The COVID-19 contingency generated abrupt changes in the teaching-learning dyad due to the transition to virtual learning, potentially impacting faculty satisfaction. This study evaluated the degree of satisfaction in the teaching process of Health Sciences faculty during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the diversity of clinical teaching practices due to the essential physical interaction in the healthcare setting.
Methods
A validated Likert-type content-based satisfaction measure was self-administered to 76 teachers using a Microsoft Forms® survey. Three relevant dimensions were analyzed: teaching-learning process, technological facilities and infrastructure, and technological competencies. Four response types were used: Dissatisfied (DS) - Slightly satisfied (SS) - Satisfied (S) - Very satisfied (VS). Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 20.0.
Results
The level of satisfaction was distributed as follows: 43.42%, 55.26%, and 1.32% for VS, S, and SS, respectively. No significant differences were found in the level of satisfaction between men and women (p = 0.508), nor between dimensions (p = 0.174). By job dependency, it was shown that nursing teachers reported a significantly higher level of satisfaction or “very satisfied” (p = 0.0185).
Conclusion
Health Sciences educators report being Satisfied or Very Satisfied with the virtual teaching-learning process, technological facilities and infrastructure, and digital skills in response to the health emergency.
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Pub Date : 2025-11-01Epub Date: 2025-10-24DOI: 10.1016/j.edumed.2025.101106
Fabiana Inés Reboiras , Rocio Deza , Julian Andres Mur , Carolina Roni , María Isabel Fernández Cedro , Ignacio López Leavy , Mauricio Fidel Mendoza González , Manuel Salvador Luzania Valerio , María de Lourdes Mota Morales , Francisco Domingo Vázquez Martínez
Introduction
International studies have reported high rates of mistreatment in medical residency programs. This article analyzes two studies conducted in Argentina and Mexico that examine working and training conditions in these programs, highlighting common issues of mistreatment and discrimination.
Methods
A descriptive-interpretative, cross-sectional design was used, based on instruments previously applied independently in each country. In Argentina, a semi-structured survey was conducted with 509 residents to assess mistreatment across five dimensions: educational, psycho-emotional, discrimination, physical violence, and sexual harassment. In Mexico, a Likert-scale questionnaire was applied to 517 residents to measure respect for labor and educational rights. Data were analyzed comparatively through frequency measures and binational discussion.
Results
The findings align with local, regional, and international literature, revealing mistreatment and discrimination in the training and working environments of medical residents. Both contexts show evidence of discrimination and mistreatment. In Mexico 58.4% of discrimination was reported and in Argentina 22%. Regarding treatment, 69.8% of residents in Mexico perceived a lack of respect from faculty, while in Argentina, 39.1% reported degrading comments or shouting.
Conclusions
Training conditions in medical residencies in both countries reflect common challenges that impact medical education quality. The creation of a standardized instrument to assess and compare residency training conditions across different Latin American contexts is suggested, contributing to the improvement of healthcare systems in the region.
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Pub Date : 2025-11-01Epub Date: 2025-10-07DOI: 10.1016/j.edumed.2025.101103
Manuel Yván Arnao Villegas
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Pub Date : 2025-09-01Epub Date: 2025-06-16DOI: 10.1016/j.edumed.2025.101070
Gilberto Guzmán-Valdivia Gómez , Jennie Brand-Barajas , Luis Clemente Jiménez-Botello , Luis Daniel Amezcua-Pérez
Introduction
In Mexico, medical education operates in a fragmented health system, with diverse institutions and care levels, making standardization and comprehensive evaluation difficult. Resistance to educational evaluation by organizations such as COMAEM, often wrongly perceived as a threat, further hinders continuous improvement.
Methodology
This study, which aimed to propose an innovative methodology for educational management based on a comparative analysis of the external evaluation (COMAEM) and the internal self-evaluation of a medical school, was carried out with a mixed methodological approach. Both evaluations were contrasted, and the perception of educational quality was analyzed from the perspective of university actors.
Results
The results revealed a more favorable perception by the faculty regarding compliance with the evaluated indicators (87.24%) than the COMAEM evaluation (66.76%). It was observed that the directors were more rigorous in their evaluation than the teachers and students. The latter gave higher ratings in various chapters, including that of professors (4.43/5), in contrast to the COMAEM evaluation (3.25/5). The interviews show a lack of knowledge in the evaluation process and a perception of a lack of efficient feedback.
Conclusions
This study reveals a significant discrepancy between self-evaluation and external evaluation, especially in the perception of compliance with indicators and the assessment of the teaching staff. By integrating various perspectives, the proposed methodology is presented as a valuable tool to promote critical self-evaluation and continuous improvement in accreditation.
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