Undergraduate Research: A Crucial Step for Tomorrow's Clinicians

"The future of medicine lies in the curious minds of today’s students." This statement underlines the importance of nurturing research skills early in medical education. The National Medical Council has outlined five key roles for the Indian Medical Graduate (IMG): Clinician, Communicator, Leader/Member of the Healthcare Team, Lifelong Learner, and Professional. A fundamental aspect of being a Lifelong Learner is inquiry-based learning, which can be effectively cultivated through research activities during formative years.