An Integrative Approach to Addressing Medical Student Mistreatment and Promoting Student Well-Being
Rory Merritt1, Kelly Holder2, Roxanne Vrees3
1Assistant Professor of Medical Sciences and Emergency Medicine, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, Learning Environment at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI.
Abstract:
This article reviews the overlapping issues of medical student mistreatment and associated student mental health issues. The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University (AMS) has taken proactive steps to mitigate these challenges, focusing on improving the learning environment through mistreatment prevention and response along with efforts to reduce threats to student wellness. By engaging clinical departments and key stakeholders, AMS has launched an integrative approach designed to promote student success.
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