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Training for certainty.

P Atkinson

    Social Science & Medicine (1982)
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This study critiques the overemphasis on "training for uncertainty" in medical education, proposing "training for certainty" as a balance. It argues that both certainty and uncertainty are simultaneous attitudes in medical practice.

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    Area of Science:

    • Sociology of Medicine
    • Medical Education
    • Phenomenology

    Background:

    • The concept of 'uncertainty' is prevalent in the sociology of medicine, particularly in studies of medical education.
    • Renée Fox's work is a key reference point for discussions on uncertainty in this field.
    • Previous literature has overemphasized the idea of 'training for uncertainty' among medical professionals.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To critique the dominant notion of 'uncertainty' in the sociology of medicine and medical education.
    • To propose 'training for certainty' as a corrective to the overemphasis on uncertainty.
    • To develop a more nuanced understanding of medical knowledge, education, and practice.

    Main Methods:

    • Critical analysis of existing literature, particularly the work of Renée Fox.

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  • Theoretical argumentation to propose a new perspective.
  • Phenomenological approach to understanding medical knowledge and practice.

    • Main Results:

    • The concept of 'training for uncertainty' in medical education has been overemphasized.
    • A corrective approach, 'training for certainty', is proposed.
    • Medical knowledge, education, and practice involve simultaneous co-existence of 'certainty' and 'uncertainty' attitudes.

    Conclusions:

    • An adequate understanding of medical practice requires acknowledging both certainty and uncertainty as distinct but co-existing attitudes.
    • These attitudes reflect different practical and theoretical interests within medicine.
    • Re-evaluating the emphasis on uncertainty in medical education is necessary for a comprehensive approach.