Systematic review identifies socioeconomic factors impacting medical school access, suggesting policy changes are needed.
Socioeconomic disadvantage exerts a pervasive influence across the medical education continuum. Addressing these inequities requires sustained financial, academic, and psychosocial support both before and during their studies. Students' economic circumstances should therefore be considered in medical school selection policy and curriculum development to further enhance equity within medical schools and the profession.
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