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[Professional behaviour during medical training].

Walther N K A van Mook¹, Scheltus J van Luijk, Cees P M van der Vleuten

¹Maastricht Universitair Medisch Centrum, Maastricht, The Netherlands. w.van.mook@mumc.nl

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde

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Professional behaviour (PB) assessment in medical training aims to foster appropriate conduct through early, frequent evaluations and feedback. Unsuccessful remediation may lead to a recommendation to leave the program, with future legislation enabling mandatory study cessation.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Professionalism Studies
Healthcare Training Assessment

Context:

Growing emphasis on assessing professional behaviour (PB) in medical education.
Need for structured evaluation to guide student conduct.
Current legislative framework and upcoming changes in Dutch higher education.

Purpose:

To outline the importance and methodology of assessing professional behaviour in medical training.
To detail the process from early assessment to potential program exit.
To inform about the legal implications regarding student progression and cessation of studies.

Summary:

Professional behaviour (PB) assessment is crucial in medical training for early intervention and development of appropriate conduct.
Frequent, multi-faceted assessments with clear documentation and feedback are recommended.
A consilium abeundi may be necessary if remediation fails, with future legislation poised to mandate study cessation.

Impact:

Aims to improve the professional conduct of future medical practitioners.
Provides a framework for consistent and effective assessment of professional behaviour.
Highlights the evolving legal landscape impacting medical education and student accountability.