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Alden Landry1, Natasha Johnson2, Nhi-Ha Trinh3
1Office for Diversity Inclusion and Community Partnership, Harvard Medical School, 164 Longwood Ave 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02115 USA.
Abstract:
Academic advising in medical schools is crucial for student success, offering support in academic, professional, and personal development. This paper examines the advisor's role, highlighting challenges such as blurred boundaries, increased expectations, and the impact of digital communication. Despite high student satisfaction, advisors face time constraints and insufficient compensation. The paper calls for a better understanding of the advisor role and strategies to support them effectively.
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