CURRENT STATUS OF MANAGING MEDICAL ETHICS EDUCATION FOR MEDICAL STUDENTS AT VO TRUONG TOAN UNIVERSITY
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This paper presents the findings of a study on the current status of managing medical ethics education activities for medical students at Vo Truong Toan University, based on a survey of 62 administrators and lecturers. The study focuses on evaluating perceptions of the importance of management and the effectiveness of planning, organizing, directing, and monitoring medical ethics education activities, thereby clearly identifying strengths, limitations, and the causes of the current situation. The research results provide a scientific basis for proposing measures to enhance the quality and effectiveness of the management of medical ethics education activities for medical students at Vo Truong Toan University.
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Current management practices, medical ethics education, medical students, Vo Truong Toan University.
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