Homework: Changes in Medical Education
Write a 3 to 5 pages paper that analyzes the changes that have occurred in medical education from the 1800s to today. Compare and contrast the apprenticeship and academic models of medical education and provide examples.
Introduction
Much has changed in American medicine since the establishment of the first medical school in 1765 at the College of Philadelphia. At that time, physicians had very little professional training, and much of their training was unregulated-as was the treatment they provided to patients. As the medical profession became more established and education became more formal, the rules governing who could practice medicine also became more formal and restricted.
With the formation of the American Medical Association (AMA) in 1876, more medical schools required a four-year degree in order to qualify for medical practice, and the attempt to focus on quality became stronger. However, since many physicians were already from the "old school," it was difficult to make the necessary changes that might restrict or diminish those educated earlier. Not until outside organizations began to exert pressure to enforce standards in education did improvements in training begin to be seen.
Demonstration of Proficiency
By successfully completing this homework, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the course competencies through the following homework scoring guide criteria:
I. Competency I: Analyze the development of medical education in the United States.
• Analyze the scope of change in medical education from the 1800s to today.
• Compare and contrast the apprenticeship model and the academic model of medical education.
• Analyze why it is important to understand the history of medicine in order to improve medical education.
II. Competency II: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and respectful of the diversity, dignity, and integrity of others.
• Produce writing that conveys understanding of the topic, its context, and its relevance.
Instructions
For this homework, you will analyze the changes that have occurred in medical education from the 1800s to today.
Write a 3 to 5 pages paper that addresses the following points:
1. Analyze the scope of change in medical education from the 1800s to today.
2. Compare and contrast the apprenticeship and academic models of medical education.
• How have the two evolved over time?
3. Evaluate the importance of understanding the history in order to help improve medical education in the future.
4. Provide examples that illustrate your points.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
• The answer must be using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, typed, with one-inch margins on all sides.
• The response also includes a cover page containing the student's name, the title of the homework, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
• Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.