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This study aims to understand medical students' perceptions of integrated curricula and their impact on professional growth in critical care.

May 20, 2026American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine

C56-13 Integrated Curriculum in Critical Care Clerkship for Medical Students: Impact on Professional Growth

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DGD GowdaHouston Methodist DGD B GoturHouston Methodist

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Qualitative study explores students’ perceptions of integrated curriculum effectiveness in critical care education, suggesting benefits for professional growth.

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This study aims to understand medical students' perceptions of integrated curricula and their impact on professional growth in critical care.
Qualitative study using a phenomenological hermeneutic approach.
Eight medical students with critical care elective experience participated.
Data collected through interviews, field notes, and artifacts; analyzed using Moustakas’ approach.
Seven themes and seventeen subthemes emerged related to the integrated curriculum experience.
Major themes included faculty engagement, student expectations, and variability in curricular delivery.
Students reported enhanced perceptions of medical knowledge and patient care skills linked to the integrated approach.

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Gowda et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a0d4fbff03e14405aa9b2a1 https://doi.org/10.1093/ajrccm/aamag162.1053

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Qualitative study explores students’ perceptions of integrated curriculum effectiveness in critical care education, suggesting benefits for professional growth.

C56-13 Integrated Curriculum in Critical Care Clerkship for Medical Students: Impact on Professional Growth

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C56-13 Integrated Curriculum in Critical Care Clerkship for Medical Students: Impact on Professional Growth

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