[A new attempt of integrated practice of basic medicine in Tokushima University]

The Japan Accreditation Council for Medical Education has strengthened the promotion of horizontal and vertical integration of medical education, assuring the quality of medical education in Japan from an international perspective. Pharmacology plays an important role as a central hub that connects basic medical education with clinical medical education. As part of promoting horizontal integration of medical education, Tokushima University has started a joint practice with three basic medical subjects such as Biochemistry, Physiology, and Pharmacology for 2nd grade medical students in 2019. Each subject is in charge of two or four items of practice, and a total 8 of items are performed for 10 days in integrated practice every year. This joint practice has become an official subject in 2022. We introduce our experiences of unique practices based on their advantages and limitations.