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Tracking the evolution of medical students' clinical documentation skills: a pilot study leveraging a simulated electronic record and a longitudinal panel data analysis

  • By

  • Zakia Dimassi

  • Mohammed Abuzitoon

  • Albert Wijeweera

  • Chandana Wijeweera

  • Masood Ahmad

  • David Murray

  • Salman Yousuf Guraya

  • May 29, 2026

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    Clinical documentation skills (CDS) are essential for effective medical practice and continuity of care.

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    The study evaluated the progression of CDS in third-year medical students using simulation-based assessments.

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    Students showed significant improvement in CDS scores over seven months, particularly in assessment and planning.

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    Clerkship-specific variations influenced the degree of improvement in CDS among students.

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    The study highlights the need for targeted feedback strategies to enhance CDS development in medical education.

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Tracking the evolution of medical students' clinical documentation skills: a pilot study leveraging a simulated electronic record and a longitudinal panel data analysis

  • by Zakia Dimassi, Mohammed Abuzitoon, Albert Wijeweera, Chandana Wijeweera, Masood Ahmad, David Murray, Salman Yousuf Guraya

  • May 29, 2026

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