Minimize burnout and improve mental health among medical students
American Medical Association
This module of the American Medical Association’s STEPS Forward program focuses on minimizing burnout and improving mental health and well-being in medical students. The module teaches learners to understand the purpose and benefits of well-being initiatives, and also how to engage students and faculty in the development of a well-being framework.
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