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The article discusses the importance of developing universal competencies for future doctors. The emphasis is on an adequate level of empathy. The results of testing of 814 students enrolled in the first year of medical school are presented. 82% of the respondents demonstrated a normal level of empathy, which is observed in most of all people. However, it is insufficient to be successful in the medical profession. The degree of expression of empathy among students at various faculties is analyzed.
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