The Schweitzer effect: The fundamental relationship between experience and medical students' opinions on professional behaviours.
Paul McGurganKatrina CalvertAntonio CelenzaElizabeth A NathanChristine JormPublished in: Medical teacher (2023)
Our results demonstrate the relationship between experience and medical students' opinions on professional behaviour- the 'Schweitzer effect'. When students encounter poor examples of professional behaviour, especially concerning trust breaches, it significantly influences their perception of the behaviour. These results highlight the importance of placing students in healthcare settings with positive professional role modelling/work cultures.