Spanish Medical Student Calls for Curriculum Reform to Alleviate Burnout

A medical student in Spain has sparked a discussion among his peers regarding the extensive six-year duration of the medical degree program. The student, currently in his fifth year, voiced his frustration, describing the current examination period as overwhelming. He highlighted a widespread sentiment of exhaustion among students, questioning the rationale behind the curriculum's length. In a public appeal, he proposed a collaborative initiative where medical students would collectively identify and vote to remove redundant or less essential subjects from their coursework. His aim is to streamline the curriculum, potentially reducing the overall study period by a full academic year, thereby alleviating the significant academic pressure and burnout experienced by many aspiring doctors.

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