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Medical students must understand structural barriers to healthcare, as these factors significantly influence patient outcomes and adherence to treatment.
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The LCME's removal of explicit encouragement to teach about social determinants of health risks deprioritizing essential content in medical education.
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Effective medical care requires recognizing and addressing the systemic issues affecting patients, such as transportation, housing, and food insecurity.
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Medical education should focus on holistic patient care, incorporating case-based learning to help students understand the realities affecting health.
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Ignoring social determinants of health leads to ineffective care, increased hospital visits, and worsening health outcomes for patients.
