When you initially researched medical schools, you probably noticed that each school emphasizes different styles of teaching – and that some schools offer more than one approach. Here are some of the different curriculum styles you might find:
⚕️Traditional based
In this style of teaching, you learn about healthy normal anatomy and physiology the first year, then pathology and disease processes the second year.
⚕️Systems based
In a systems-based method, you learn about each organ system (e.g., neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular) and study both the normal and abnormal aspects at the same time. Then you move on to the next organ system.
⚕️Problem based
In this integrated approach, students are given patient cases, through which they learn about a variety of systems in the context of a single patient. For one patient, there might be both cardiovascular and renal systems involved, so you will study the effects they have on one another. Some educators feel this is a more relevant and practical way to learn, while others feel there is a risk of becoming overwhelmed or missing vital information.
The good news is that many schools use a blend of all these methods, and almost all schools expose students to problem-based learning at some point during their four years. Whichever style your school emphasizes, it will often monitor your ability to retain and use the knowledge in a practical (e.g., case-based) situation.
For more information on what to expect during medical school, read the full article by Accepted med school expert Cydney Foote.
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