TO BE OR NOT TO BE A NEPHROLOGIST – STUDY OF MEDICAL STUDENTS' INTEREST IN NEPHROLOGY

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TO BE OR NOT TO BE A NEPHROLOGIST – STUDY OF MEDICAL STUDENTS' INTEREST IN NEPHROLOGY

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Yajjat Garg dryajjatgarg@gmail.com University of Niš Faculty of Medicine Nephrology Niš Serbia -

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Prishita Banerji banerji.prishita@gmail.com University of Niš Faculty of Medicine Nephrology Niš Serbia *

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Introduction

Nephrology, a subspecialty of internal medicine, focuses on the study of kidney structure, function, and diseases, along with their diagnosis and management. Despite its critical role in healthcare, nephrology often remains an underchosen specialty among medical graduates.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 152 medical students across different years of study. Participants completed a 15-item multiple-choice questionnaire assessing their knowledge, perception, and interest in nephrology. Collected data were analyzed and presented using tables and graphs.

Results

Of the 152 respondents, 77 (50.7%) were male and 75 (49.3%) were female, predominantly from the fifth (51.3%) and sixth (47.4%) years of study. A total of 55 students strongly agreed that they had good knowledge of nephrology, while 36 strongly agreed they understood its pathophysiology and etiology. Financial compensation was identified as the most influential factor by 74 students (48.7%). Only 9 students selected nephrology as their first career choice, and 11 as their second. The results were statistically significant (p < 0.05).

Conclusion

Nephrology remains a less preferred career choice among medical students despite the growing need for nephrologists due to increasing renal disorders. Enhanced exposure, improved teaching strategies, and mentorship programs in medical schools may help raise awareness and interest in the field.

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