Outcomes of the Canadian Orthopaedic Surgery Medical Education Course (COSMEC): a virtual curriculum to enhance medical student learning.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Studies have highlighted inadequate exposure to musculoskeletal education and orthopedic surgery in mandatory medical school curricula; thus, the Canadian Orthopaedic Surgery Medical Education Course (COSMEC) was designed to enhance medical education around orthopedic surgery and common musculoskeletal presentations encountered in primary care. We sought to explore the effectiveness of COSMEC in preparing medical students for clinical training and future practice.

Methods

Canadian and international medical students were invited to participate in COSMEC, a 12-week virtual course led by orthopedic faculty and senior residents. Teaching objectives were guided by the musculoskeletal objectives of the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination and expert opinion.

SUBMITTER: Daud A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11818783 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature