Professionalism beyond compliance: Resistance, moral agency, and social accountability in medical education

Mona Hmoud AlSheikh; Rania Zaini; Afaf Alblooshi; Farida Almarzooqi

doi:10.1080/0142159x.2026.2684676

July 16, 2026Medical Teacher

Professionalism beyond compliance: Resistance, moral agency, and social accountability in medical education

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The paper aims to discuss the importance of professionalism and moral agency in medical education.
Position paper addressing current challenges in medical education.
Exploration of key themes like advocacy and resistance.
Analysis of the role of responsibility and accountability.
Emphasizes the need for ethical responsibility in medical practice.
Discusses potential for resistance to traditional norms as a form of advocacy.
Highlights the importance of moral agency in promoting social accountability.

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Position paper explores advocacy and moral agency in medical education, suggesting enhanced accountability.

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The position paper by Ellaway and Wyatt [1] offers timely input in discussions of advocacy, resistance, and professionalism in medical education. Their emphasis on responsibility, proportionality, ...

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