Medical Students' Views on Basic Sciences at King Saud University
Author Information
Author(s): Awatif Alam
Primary Institution: King Saud University
Hypothesis
How do medical students in their clinical years perceive basic sciences courses?
Conclusion
Medical students' attitudes towards basic science courses indicate a need for curriculum reform.
Supporting Evidence
- 76% of students felt anatomy was overloaded with content.
- 50% of students retained the most knowledge from physiology.
- 66% of students perceived physiology as the most applicable to clinical practice.
- Students became increasingly negative about basic science courses as they progressed through their education.
Takeaway
Medical students feel that their basic science courses are too overloaded and not very useful for their clinical practice.
Methodology
A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a questionnaire among medical students in their clinical years.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in self-reported data from students.
Limitations
The study is limited to one university and may not represent the views of all medical students.
Participant Demographics
69% male and 31% female medical students from third to fifth year.
Statistical Information
P-Value
P= .011 for anatomy, P= .025 for microbiology, P= .031 for physiology
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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