Understanding uncertainty and ambiguity in medicine and medical education: a narrative review with implications for training

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Narrative review highlights challenges faced by medical students in managing uncertainty, suggesting methods to enhance training.

Medical students often struggle with uncertainty, impacting their education and future careers, due to emotional and idealistic challenges.
Key factors contributing to uncertainty include knowledge gaps, ambiguous scenarios, and emotional challenges that lead to psychological distress.
Medical education needs to foster traits like empathy and curiosity through methods such as simulation-based learning and mentorship.
Cultivating resilience in future doctors requires attention to the hidden curriculum and continuous professional development.

Sarkis et al. (2025) studied this question.

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