Exploring stories of learning and professional development: interactions between GP personal tutors and medical students.

Ruth AbramsA SriranjanS ParkW CoppolaM Ferris

Published in: Education for primary care : an official publication of the Association of Course Organisers, National Association of GP Tutors, World Organisation of Family Doctors (2020)

GP tutors can help reframe student narratives of perfectionism and professionalism by expressing their vulnerabilities and working collaboratively. With clear guidance, there is potential for personal tutors working as GPs, to benefit students in the long run both academically and professionally. However, this should go hand in hand with a transformation of medical school culture to prevent sole focus on building student resilience.

Keyphrases

medical students
high school
social media
medical education
social support
risk assessment