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Realistic Medicine

University of Dundee: A case study in embedding Realistic Medicine and Value Based Health & Care in undergraduate medical education

The University of Dundee’s clinically embedded medical programme integrates improvement science and Realistic Medicine through experiential, team-based projects. Students develop leadership, communication, systems thinking, and person-centred care skills while working with NHS and community partners. Evaluation shows strong gains in confidence, empathy, and improvement capability, demonstrating the value of holistic, practice-based learning for future clinicians.

Publisher: NHS Education for Scotland (NES)

Type: Document

Audience: General audience