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The University of Wisconsin Medical School

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Faculty Development

Background:

  • The University of Wisconsin Medical School initiated a class mentor program in 1985.
  • The program involves senior physician faculty members mentoring entering medical school classes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To leverage senior faculty experience to connect medical concepts to practice.
  • To enhance students' understanding of clinical decision-making.
  • To provide curriculum feedback and advocate for modern educational approaches.

Main Methods:

  • Five senior physician faculty members, aged 60s, have served as mentors.
  • Mentors dedicate at least half their time to attending courses with their assigned class over four years.
  • Mentors operate without a preset agenda, utilizing individual styles and interests.

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Main Results:

  • Student reactions to mentor encounters have been highly enthusiastic.
  • Mentors reported a renewed sense of purpose and engagement.
  • The medical school administration has sustained the program, aligning with GPEP recommendations.

Conclusions:

  • The class mentor program has been favorably received by students, mentors, and administration.
  • The program effectively integrates experienced faculty into medical education.
  • It serves as a model for demonstrating institutional commitment to education.