Related Experiment Video
Updated: May 12, 2026

E-Patient Counseling Trial E-PACO: Computer Based Education versus Nurse Counseling for Patients to Prepare for Colonoscopy
Published on: August 1, 2019
Competency-based Medical Education: Perspectives from Students' Lens: A Cross-sectional Study among Undergraduate
Sayali Bhagat1, Samarthya Dongre, Yamini Pusdekar
1Department of Community Medicine, NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.
Introduction:
This study assesses the perception and challenges faced by medical students in adapting to India's competency-based medical education (CBME) curriculum. The curriculum is gradually being accepted nationwide. Students and faculty are continuously trying to implement all components of CBME in their practical and theory classes.
Objective:
The research aims to provide insights into students' perceptions and challenges for the newly implemented CBME curriculum.
Methodology:
A cross-sectional study was conducted among MBBS students at our medical college from 2019 batch onward. A questionnaire was sent using Google Forms and 293 responses were recorded. Data analysis was done using MS Excel.
Results:
The distribution of students across batches showed that 2019 and 2020 batches were the largest cohorts, comprising 39% and 37% respectively, followed by 2022 (14%) and 2021 (10%). The majority recognized the importance and achievement of the foundation course (73.4% and 75.5%, respectively). Attitude, Ethics, and Communication (AETCOM) was deemed necessary (79.8%) and contributed to doctor-patient relationships (43%). Early clinical exposure (ECE) was valued for interest and learning (87.3%), and practical technique like Objective Structured Clinical Examination was favored (83.9%). Challenges included time constraints for theory papers, finishing logbooks, limited self-study time, mental burnout, and coping with numerous competencies. ECE and integrated teaching were seen as pivotal for academic success, whereas AETCOM was acknowledged for its academic contribution.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Case Studies
Surveys
Cross-Sectional Research
Observational Studies
There are three types of observational studies – Prospective, retrospective, and cross-sectional.
Prospective Study
Prospective studies, also known as longitudinal or cohort studies, are carried out by collecting future data from groups sharing similar characteristics. One example of...
Methods of Documentation V: CBE
In CBE, healthcare professionals establish predefined standards of practice that define what constitutes...
Bioavailability Study Design: Healthy Subjects Versus Patients

