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September 10, 2025Journal of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa

Beyond the textbook: Unveiling medical students’ voices on public health education

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TLTladi D. LedibaneMVMarietjie de Villiers

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Implication

Mixed-methods study reveals gaps in public health education for medical students, suggesting curriculum improvements.

Key Points

  • Most medical students appreciate public health education but express concerns about exposure timing and teaching methods.
  • A survey yielded a 34% response rate from 248 students, highlighting the need for revisions in public health training.
  • Qualitative data from focus groups indicated that engaging pedagogy and research opportunities are critical for effective learning.
  • Early exposure to public health is essential for enhancing students’ readiness for healthcare roles and research involvement.

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Ledibane et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23d3ab210217d6478c3b2https://doi.org/10.4102/jcmsa.v3i1.180
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