Developing a well-received pre-matriculation program: the evolution of MedFIT.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The transition to medical school marks a very stressful time for matriculating students. Despite this challenging transition period, intellectually rigorous pre-matriculation programs are not a common component of the curriculum at many medical schools across the country. Students are often not given the opportunity to learn about the high expectations of medical school before being thrown into classes. Thus, more time and attention should be devoted to curricular interventions that target this critical window in medical education.

Methods

MedFIT is a robust, 1.5-week orientation program that introduces matriculating students to the rigors of medical school in a low-stakes environment. This program provides students with a preview of the University of Nevada, Reno

SUBMITTER: Allen A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9476409 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature