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Professionalism: evolution of the concept.

Walther N K A van Mook¹, Willem S de Grave, Valerie Wass

¹Departments of Intensive Care and Internal Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands. w.van.mook@mumc.nl

European Journal of Internal Medicine

|June 16, 2009

Summary

Professionalism has evolved significantly, especially in the last century. Modern medical education now integrates professionalism into training and assessment, shifting towards a competence-based approach.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Professionalism Studies

Background:

The concept of professionalism has evolved significantly throughout history.
Recent decades have seen specific, accelerated changes in its definition and application.

Observation:

This article provides a historical overview of professionalism's evolution.
It traces the concept's transformation over millennia, with a focus on the last century.

Findings:

Contemporary medical training is increasingly competence-based.
Professionalism is now a core component of resident training and assessment.

Implications:

Medical school curricula require adaptation to evolving professionalism standards.
Specialist training programs must integrate and assess professionalism effectively.