Internship Preferences of Medical Students in Zagreb
Author Information
Author(s): Polasek Ozren, Kolcic Ivana, Dzakula Aleksandar, Bagat Mario
Primary Institution: University of Zagreb
Hypothesis
What factors influence the internship workplace preferences of final-year medical students at Zagreb University Medical School?
Conclusion
Final-year medical students at Zagreb University Medical School show a strong preference for internships in Zagreb, influenced by uncertainty about securing their desired specialty.
Supporting Evidence
- 68.6% of students preferred to work in Zagreb.
- Only 19.1% wanted internships outside Zagreb.
- Students uncertain about securing their desired specialty preferred Zagreb.
Takeaway
Most medical students in Zagreb want to work there for their internships because they think it will give them better job opportunities.
Methodology
A survey was conducted among final-year medical students to assess their internship preferences and the factors influencing these choices.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-reported data and the exclusion of surveys with insufficient information.
Limitations
The study only included students from Zagreb University Medical School, which may not represent the preferences of students from other medical schools.
Participant Demographics
Participants included final-year medical students, with 39.7% being Zagreb residents and 52.0% from other parts of Croatia.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.024
Confidence Interval
0.12–0.86
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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