How to design and deliver a successful paediatric placement for medical students

Paediatric placement is an invaluable opportunity for medical students to gain experience in the specialty. It is often their first tangible experience observing how children are looked after. An ideal placement would offer diverse and immersive clinical experiences while providing insight into a career in paediatrics. This article provides a template for a paediatric placement appealing to current medical students and future generations constructed on the strong foundations of evidence-based practices in medical education.