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  • 1David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Center for Educational Development & Research, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA. carlstevens@mednet.ucla.edu

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The final year of medical school underperforms educationally. Reimagining the senior-year curriculum with required coursework can better prepare physicians to lead healthcare redesign and improve patient outcomes.

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  • Medical Education Reform
  • Health Systems Science
  • Physician Workforce Development

Background:

  • A literature review highlights a consensus on the underperformance of the senior-year medical curriculum in U.S. schools.
  • Current senior-year curricula are often diluted by non-educational activities like auditions and electives of questionable value.
  • There is a lack of agreement on effective strategies to improve this critical educational period.

Discussion:

  • This commentary proposes a radical redesign of the fourth year of medical school, shifting time from electives to required coursework.
  • The proposed changes aim to equip graduates with the competencies needed to lead and practice within a transformed 21st-century health system.
  • The author argues that medical educators have a crucial role in shaping health system delivery and workforce, drawing parallels to historical reforms.

Key Insights:

  • Investing in required coursework during the senior year can better prepare physicians for 21st-century healthcare demands.
  • Competencies identified by the Institute of Medicine's Health Professions Education report are essential for future health professionals.
  • Educational reform is a powerful lever for driving systemic improvements in healthcare access, outcomes, and cost-efficiency.

Outlook:

  • Medical educators are called to action to prepare the next generation of physicians for radical healthcare redesign.
  • This proactive approach can address the current healthcare crisis by fostering leadership and innovation in medical practice.
  • The proposed curriculum changes align with the need for a health system that provides superior access and outcomes at sustainable costs.