Comparative evaluation of methodological approaches in assessing the readiness of medical graduates to independent activity

• Bulatov Sergey A.
• Heidi Lane

Abstract

In the presented material the problem of evaluation of practical skills of graduates as the main criterion of readiness for independent activity is considered. The comparative characteristic of two similar examinations held in medical universities of the Russian Federation (Kazan State Medical University) and the USA (Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine) is carried out. It is proposed to use the examination methodology "standardized patient" to improve the objectivity of the exam results of primary accreditation of specialists.

Keywords:accreditation exam, objective structured clinical examination, methodology "standardized patient"

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