ENHANCING PHYSICIAN PREPAREDNESS: CURRICULUM REFORM THROUGH PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

Introduction: While professional skills are crucial for medical practice, they often receive insufficient attention in medical education. This study advocates for a curriculum design centered on professional competencies in internal medicine and clinical pediatrics, aiming to better equip medical students for their future careers. Development: In this review the inadequacies of current curriculum structures are discussed, emphasizing the need for reforms to align with students' career aspirations through skills-based training. The benefits of on-the-job training in clinical pharmaceuticals and internal medicine are explored in depth, illustrating their pivotal role in refining clinical acumen. Furthermore, the endorsement of skills-based training by reputable global organizations underscores its significance in enhancing the quality of medical education. Conclusions: By prioritizing professional skills in curriculum design, medical students can achieve superior academic outcomes and graduate with heightened readiness, competence, and societal engagement. This approach prepares future physicians to navigate the complexities of healthcare delivery and enables them to effectively fulfill their social mandate within the healthcare system.