Along with clinicians, the COVID-19 pandemic has also taken a toll on medical education in India. With canceled lectures, delayed clinical postings, and missed practical sessions, studies and internships have been a roller coaster ride for students. Students have faced difficulty in understanding subjects like anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry due to missed dissections, practical classes, demonstrations, seminars, small group tutorials, and hospital visits. The practical sessions, along with clinic visits, are crucial for gaining expertise.
Given the lockdown, students have only remained restricted to virtual lectures. Self-study has been another challenge faced by students. Unable to cover the syllabus, several colleges have assigned major portions for self-study. Preparing for exams based on self-study amidst the mental stress of lockdown and lack of a conducive learning…
