IAP Journal of Medical Education and Research

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) study on AETCOM Modules Among Medical Students

Aishwarya T — 2026-05-01

Background: The Attitude, Ethics, and Communication (AETCOM) modules are integral components of medical education. These modules emphasize ethical practice, effective communication, and compassionate patient care. Understanding the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of medical students concerning these modules is crucial for assessing their effectiveness and identifying areas for improvement.

Impact of Simulation Module on Parenteral Route of Vaccine Administration in Paediatric Post Graduate Training

Ajitha — 2026-05-01

Background: Simulation based teaching has evolved as a novel modality in post graduate curriculum. Safe immunization practices form one of the core competencies of paediatric post graduate education. The standard vaccination guidelines have been established by IAP-ACVIP and CDC-ACIP. By assessing the impact of simulation module on parenteral route of vaccine administration, we hope to improve the quality of immunization practice among future paediatricians ultimately leading to better healthcare.
Aim: To study the impact of Immunization simulation using Infant mannequins in paediatric post graduate training
Objective: Comparison of the knowledge and confidence in administration of vaccines by parenteral routes after the simulation based training module with baseline

A Study on Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) of Antibiotic Stewardship among Medical Students: A Cross-sectional Study at tertiary care hospital in South India

Shreyas — 2026-05-01

Background: The prevalence of communicable diseases remains a significant burden for developing countries like India, with antimicrobial agents playing a crucial role in treatment. However, irrational and excessive use of these agents has led to a rise in antimicrobial resistance (AMR), prompting the need for effective interventions.
Aim: The study aimed to assess the Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) of undergraduate medical students concerning Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) principles and implementation.

Occupational Therapy Student’s Perception of the Educational Learning Environment During their Paediatric Posting

Ayesha Nabeela — 2026-05-02

Background: Occupational therapy is a health care profession focused on helping individuals achieve independence and enhance their quality of life through meaningful activities or occupations. The students are exposed to paediatric posting from their first year till their final year of study.
Their role seeks to improve child development , to assist the children in activities of daily living and to develop social skills, communication and emotional regulation. Hence a study on their perception of training in paediatrics exposure is of prime importance.

Comparing the Efficacy of Multimedia Tools with High Fidelity Simulators in Teaching Cardiac Auscultatory Skills in Undergraduate Medical Students: A Comparative Study

Bharathi Elangovan — 2026-05-02

Background: Cardiac auscultation and echocardiography are essential methods for diagnosing congenital heart diseases (CHD) in children. Training undergraduate (UG) students on cardiac auscultation is essential to strengthen the psychomotor abilities on cardiac examination for identifying CHD. Faculty at medical schools offers these abilities to students using a variety of instructional strategies using simulators.
Aim: To compare the efficacy of multimedia tools with high-fidelity simulators in teaching cardiac auscultation skills among UG medical students.

A Meta-Analysis of e-Content’s Impact on Competency-Based Medical Education in India

R.Bhuvanamha Devi — 2026-05-02

Background: In India, competency-based medical education (CBME), a learner-centred approach that prioritizes the acquisition of specific knowledge and skills, has gained significant prominence. The integration of digital educational resources (e-content) into CBME has the potential to revolutionize medical training. This study aims to synthesize existing research on the effectiveness, efficiency, and utility of e-content in facilitating competency development, providing valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and medical students.
Aim and Objectives: This systematic review seeks to consolidate a repository of evidence addressing the impact of e-content on CBME in India.

A Meta-analysis on Artificial Intelligence in the Field of Nephrology

Sangeetha G — 2026-05-02

Background:The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the medical field has been groundbreaking and has provided novel strategies for accurate diagnosis enabling more personalised treatment for patients in various domains of nephrology. This meta-analysis aims to ascertain the methodology of studies on patients with acute kidney injury (AKI) and chronic kidney disease (CKD), and to quantify the research output in the application of AI to kidney diseases.

Exploring the perception of competency based Medical Education Curriculum among Medical students and Faculty and Challenges in its Implementation: An Evaluation

P Selvakumar M D — 2026-05-02

Background: India is transitioning from traditional teacher-centered medical education to competency-based medical education (CBME). This study aimed to analyze faculty and student perceptions of CBME and anticipated implementation challenges.
Materials and Methods:A mixed-methods approach was used. Faculty and CRMI (2019 batch) at Thanjavur Medical College completed a validated structured questionnaire via Google Forms. Scores compared using the Mann Whitney U test. Focus group discussions were conducted and thematic analysis was applied to the data.

Implementing and Evaluating Team-Based Learning in Undergraduate Medical Education: An Action Research Approach

Priyanka Gupta — 2026-05-02

Background: Traditional teaching methods are often perceived as monotonous by students, limiting engagement, opportunities for clarification, and assessment of understanding. The NMC curriculum also mandates that two-thirds of theory teaching hours be through small group teaching (SGT). However, large batch sizes and inadequate faculty make SGT challenging. Thus, there is a need to innovate methods, like Team-Based Learning (TBL), for large group settings to promote active student engagement.

Effectiveness of E-learning module to supplement paediatric internship training

Balaji Chinnasami — 2026-05-02

Background: Structured Elearning module for paediatric clerkship exists in many western countries eg COMSEP CLIPP cases and their effectiveness have been well established.
In India such modules are not widely available nor assessed.
Aims And Objectives :
Creation and implementation of elearning module in pediatrics for interns.
Assess the effectiveness of the elearning module and collect feedback from students.

Effectiveness of various learning modalities and their value in education and training of residents in neonatology

Saishree Pradhan — 2026-05-02

Background: Indian medical education system has undergone a paradigm shift in the learning methodology from time-based, knowledge-centric curriculum to competency-based, outcome and context-oriented system.1,2 The efficacy, students-perspective and teachers-perspective of this is not studied, which will help in fine-tuning the education system, more learner-centric in Indian context.
Aims & objectives: To determine the effectiveness of various learning modalities conducted in our department and their value in education and training of residents in neonatology as perceived by students

Development and implementation of Childhood Obesity module for medical undergraduate using ADDIE model: A mixed methods design

Sarthak Das — 2026-05-02

Background:Childhood obesity among children has surged to epidemic levels, with a significant portion of India’s population affected by morbid obesity in the 21st century. A concise module for primary care physicians to manage a case of childhood obesity in the Indian scenario as a physician of first contact at the community level is unavailable. The use of the ADDIE model for creating modules in medical education is not widespread in India and is relatively uncommon globally. Using the ADDIE model to develop a module in the pediatrics curriculum is relatively uncommon.
Aim:Impact of modular teaching among 3rd prof part II students in Pediatrics

A study on doctor learner method among faculty and students in a medical center in south India

Sivaram R — 2026-05-02

Introduction: Many ‘medical students’ are expected to learn through clinical experience by staying in the wards or outpatient unit with the treating team and interacting with patients on a continuous basis. This doctor-learner method of clinical training’ provides an opportunity to the students to be a part of the treating team. It also improves their clinical, communication, and professional skills. The student is a part of the treating team and stays in the ward, and is assigned patients to evaluate, examine, and communicate regarding the diagnostic and therapeutic plan. All this happens under the supervision of a faculty preceptor. This provides the student with a real-world experience of their future career. A feedback study was conducted among 20 faculty members and 73 medical students in a medical college in south India.

Research interest among undergraduate students - An observational study

Sangeetha G — 2026-05-02

Background: Medicine and research go hand-in-hand. Research plays a crucial role in the development and advancement of evidence-based medicine. It is considered as one of the important aspects of medical training, as the involvement of budding physicians in health research represents a valuable contribution in successfully linking basic scientific research with clinical practice. The modern undergraduate curriculum recommends early exposure to health research. Through this study, we intend to assess the knowledge, attitude, practice, and barriers to research among the undergraduate students belonging to all disciplines of healthcare domain.

Perception of a Intern on paediatric training methods

Umaserma Bharathi — 2026-05-02

Background- Interns train under the department of general paediatrics for a period of two weeks. They are expected to get trained in managing common OPD cases, identification and management of a sick child, develop skills to secure IV access, and also develop their clinical knowledge during this period. The paediatric internship programme focuses in training the interns to be capable of managing common paediatric illnesses independently. Here, we have studied the strengths and lacunas in the current training methods as perceived by the intern.

Perception &Challenges of Pediatric Postgraduates in their District Residency Programme training (DRP)-a Trifaceted Cross sectional Analysis

Rachana — 2026-05-02

Introduction: DRP-District Residency Program has been recently introduced by the NMC (National Medical Commission) for medical postgraduates (PGs), both in clinical and non clinical fields admitted in government and private medical colleges including deemed universities.This program is mandatory for all the students admitted in 2021 batch onwards.It also aimed at enhancing district health care system. There is paucity of data on the perception of DRP amongst postgraduates and faculties and studies are seldom in India. Hence ,it is imperative to assess the perception and challenges in DRP training amongst postgraduates and faculties.