Table 5 Action plan on professionalism: strategies for developing student professional identity
From: Wanted: role models - medical students’ perceptions of professionalism
1 | A “White Coat ceremony” early in the program, with reading of a declaration or professional code. |
2 | Formal introduction to the attributes of professionalism. |
3 | Case based sessions led by trained faculty. |
4 | Interprofessional interaction activities. |
5 | A Reaffirmation Ceremony prior to entry into clerkship. |
6 | Development and adoption of innovative methods for feedback and development of professional identity such as Multi-source feedback and a portfolio. |
7 | Faculty development focused on teaching, modeling and evaluating professionalism. |
8 | Professionalism Awards for faculty members and medical students. |
9 | A clear process of dealing with professionalism concerns (for students, residents and faculty), including clear consequences and remediation plans. |
10 | A conscious effort to address the learning environment/the hidden curriculum by all those involved in formation of the student identity. |