Medical education has long centered on the sacred trust between doctor and patient. But what if the same ethical commitments that guide patient care were applied to the relationships between educators and their trainees? This two-part series, led by Elizabeth G. Armstrong, PhD and Subha Ramani, MBBS, PhD, invites medical educators to reflect on how the Hippocratic Oath can serve as a framework for mentoring. Together, we will explore strategies for cultivating trust, fostering growth, and creating a culture of integrity in medical training.
Session 1: Laying the Foundation – Mentoring and the Early Career Journey
This session explores the essential elements of building strong mentor–mentee relationships during the formative stages of medical training. Participants will discuss the ethical principles that can guide mentorship, strategies for supporting early career development, and approaches to nurturing confidence, professionalism, and resilience in trainees.
Learning Goals:
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Reframe the Hippocratic Oath as a guide for mentoring in medical education.
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Strengthen skills in supporting trainees’ professional identity formation.
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Explore innovative models of mentorship across the career continuum.
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Commit to fostering an ethical, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.