The Principles and Practice of Medical Education: Shaping the Future of Healthcare - Softcover

Khan MBBS MD, Sameer Mohommed

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0443441979 ISBN 13: 9780443441974

Publisher: Academic Press, 2026

Synopsis

The Principles and Practice of Medical Education: Shaping the Future of Healthcare presents a comprehensive and methodical approach to the many dimensions of medical education, offering healthcare professionals a clear and practical introduction to core principles and applications. The book begins with an introduction that is followed by a focus on curriculum development and instructional methodologies that enhance learning. Sections on assessment and feedback, as well as quality in medical education, address the importance of evaluation and continuous improvement. The final section explores research in medical education, encouraging evidence-based practices and innovation.

Together, these sections provide a clear and practical guide for improving teaching and learning in healthcare. Designed to bridge the existing gap in accessible and structured resources, the book explores the multifaceted nature of teaching, learning, assessment, and quality improvement, serving as both an introduction and a tool for advancing educational practices that ultimately support better healthcare outcomes for those working or studying in the field.

• Introduces the fundamentals of medical education
• Coverage includes curriculum, instruction, assessment, and more
• Assists the reader in developing new healthcare improvement opportunities

About this title

About the Author

Dr. Sameer Khan is an esteemed Assistant Professor within the Department of Physiology at the College of Medicine, University of Bisha, in Saudi Arabia. With a distinguished career spanning over 12 years, Dr. Khan has been dedicated to enriching the minds of both undergraduate and postgraduate students through his expertise in human physiology and medical education, where he specializes in interprofessional education with vast experience in both traditional and outcome-based curriculum. He has been a part of various college committees, actively involved in curriculum planning, designing, and mapping. Recognized for his academic excellence, Dr. Khan was honored as the most outgoing postgraduate and bestowed with a silver medal for his exceptional performance by the Department of Physiology, KMC Mangalore. Dr. Khan's commitment to advancing medical knowledge extends beyond the classroom with publications of “Practical Physiology: A New Approach” (Jaypee) and “Fundamentals of AI for Medical Education, Research and Practice” (Elsevier).

From the Back Cover

The Principles and Practice of Medical Education: Shaping the Future of Healthcare presents a comprehensive and methodical approach to the many dimensions of medical education, offering healthcare professionals a clear and practical introduction to its core principles and applications. Designed to bridge the existing gap in accessible and structured resources, it explores the multifaceted nature of teaching, learning, assessment, and quality improvement within the medical field. The book is organized into six key sections, each covering a vital aspect of medical education. It begins with an introduction to the field, followed by a focus on curriculum development and instructional methodologies that enhance learning. The sections on assessment and feedback, as well as quality in medical education, address the importance of evaluation and continuous improvement. The final section explores research in medical education, encouraging evidence-based practices and innovation. Together, these sections provide a clear and practical guide for improving teaching and learning in healthcare. With over 14 years of experience in medical education, the author shares deep insight and practical expertise with the reader.

The Principles and Practice of Medical Education: Shaping the Future of Healthcare serves as both an introduction and a tool for advancing educational practices that ultimately support better healthcare outcomes for those working or studying in the field.

Edition details

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0443441979
• ISBN 13: 9780443441974
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 770