• Vital Signs Ep 2 | Is medical education tailored to fill the shortage of specialists in rural India?

  • Aug 18 2023
  • Length: 41 mins
  • Podcast

Vital Signs Ep 2 | Is medical education tailored to fill the shortage of specialists in rural India?

  • Summary

  • Doctors and MBBS students from diverse specializations, age groups, and geographies believe the notion that “rural students will naturally serve in rural areas” is flawed. Most argue that compelling students to work in rural areas might not be effective. Instead, integrating rural healthcare exposure into the MBBS curriculum and showcasing role models who work in remote areas could be more effective in bridging the rural gap. In this episode of “Vital Signs,” The Hindu Data Team consults various stakeholders in the medical field to understand the challenges preventing doctors from serving in rural settings and potential solutions.
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