Professionalism And Learner Assessment In Medicine - Kartheek Balapala - Bog

Professionals declare to each other and the public the shared competency standards and ethical values they promise to uphold in their work and what the public and individual patients can and should expect from medical professionals. In fact, Medical professionalism is a belief system.They need to be punctual on time, objectivity in dealing with medical affairs, share the spotlight with politeness and nothing to get personal.Reflective writings are designed to help doctors with the thought process for reflection, which is critical for their professional development and appraisals. These personal stories from doctors and nurses show how reflective practice has helped them with their development.It is a way of studying our own experiences to improve the way we work. It is very handy tool for health professionals to carry on self evaluation and self analysis throughout their lives. The act of reflection is a great way to increase confidence and become a more proactive and qualified professional. It allows to recognize our own strengths and weakness. If the focus of reflection is improvement in patient care, this assists to expand and develop clinical knowledge and skills.