Journal of Graduate Medical Education· 2018Q1
Is Medical Education Ready for Generation Z?
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Short summary
Generation Z, exemplified by a prospective student named Sig, faces significant hesitation towards medical careers due to concerns about immense debt, perceived irrelevance of coursework, and physician burnout.
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Key points
- Generation Z students are weighing the significant debt of medical school against potential job satisfaction.
- Concerns about physician burnout and dissatisfaction are influencing career decisions.
- The perceived length and relevance of medical education are major deterrents.
- Financial concerns and the desire for meaningful work create a conflict for these students.
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Abstract
Sig is a 21-year-old who is considering medical school. Accustomed to hard work, he has received all As in college, while majoring in computer engineering. Sig longs to do something meaningful—to make a difference in the lives of others. He feels paralyzed with self-doubt about incurring massive debt associated with medical school. He also dislikes the idea of taking courses that don't seem relevant. Four years of medical school seems like an eternity, and then there is residency. Sig has never faced such a hard decision. It is disrupting his sleep. On one hand, he could make a good living with his bachelor's degree, but will the job be satisfying? On the other hand, he can commit to 7 or more years of medical education, with more debt, but potentially more enjoyable work. Sig has also heard a lot about dissatisfaction and burnout among physicians. Sig talks with his parents, whose advice he values. He will take some time off to make the best decision. He is in no hurry.
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Field: Life-span and Life-course Studies
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