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Research integration within clinical rotations remains limited in family medicine residency programs in Latin America. The Universidad Nacional de Concepción (UNC) implemented a pilot initiative aligning nephrology education with research exposure through a structured one-month rotation at the Regional Hospital of Concepción.
A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 11 third-year family medicine residents (100% response rate) completing the nephrology rotation in 2025. A structured questionnaire assessed satisfaction, learning environment, teaching quality, research integration, and motivation using a 5-point Likert scale (1 = strongly disagree to 5 = strongly agree). Descriptive statistics and qualitative thematic summaries were analyzed.
Overall satisfaction was high (mean 4.6 ± 0.4). All residents agreed that the rotation improved their understanding of chronic kidney disease management, dialysis principles, and interdisciplinary collaboration. In teaching quality, 91% rated supervision as excellent, and 82% felt stimulated to deepen their nephrological knowledge. Regarding research integration, 64% participated in data collection or patient case review, while 45% contributed to drafting abstracts. The lowest-rated domain (mean 4.1 ± 0.6) concerned limited time for formal discussion of research methodology. Qualitative feedback emphasized the value of hands-on patient care, friendly teaching atmosphere, and the need for more structured academic sessions.
Table 1. Summary of Key Indicators
A positive trend was observed between residents’ engagement in research activities and their motivation scores. Those who participated in data collection or abstract drafting (n = 7) reported higher motivation (mean 4.8 ± 0.2) compared to those who did not participate (n = 4; mean 4.2 ± 0.4), suggesting that involvement in academic tasks reinforces professional interest and perceived competence.
The UNC Model demonstrates that early exposure to nephrology, when coupled with guided research participation, enhances motivation and perceived clinical competence among family medicine residents. The program fosters academic engagement through small-scale, practice-based investigations, addressing regional challenges such as limited nephrology training and scarce local research capacity. These findings align with international initiatives promoting the integration of clinical education and scientific inquiry within residency programs.
Embedding research experiences into nephrology rotations can elevate educational outcomes, professional satisfaction, and long-term scholarly engagement. The UNC Model offers a scalable framework for integrating research and education in resource-limited medical schools.
