The modern teaching physician--responsibilities and challenges: an APDIM white paper.

摘要

The practice of medicine is a complex endeavor involving the application of a broad array of knowledge, skills, and attitudes to the promotion of health and well-being and the diagnosis and treatment of patients with acute and chronic illness. Undergraduate medical education (medical school) is only the first step in training physicians capable of providing independent patient care. Graduate medical education (GME) is essential for the development of critical skills, knowledge, and professionalism required for competent, safe, and independent patient care.