Year: 2016
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: ConclusionFrom the statistical analysis we were able to suggest “service to humanity” is the major reason why students endure the strenuous progression of medical school. Being compassionate becomes a primary incentive, making other motivators secondary ambitions. Also, the initiation of determination in the pursuit of medicine is majorly conceived in the minds and hearts of the students personally. Although, family and friends inspire, it is majorly by self-motivation.The objective of the study was directed at determining the incentives encouraging medical students in the pursuit of a medical career. Motivational entities that propel medical students through years of learning followed by a lifetime of practice are of importance to avoid quitting. The amount of stress involved is tremendous. Recent studies have suggested that personal motives, mentors and socio-economic influence play a role in inspiration, amongst other factors.Method and materialThe study was conducted in All Saints University, Dominica. Commenced in the Jan- April semester of the year 2016. A cross sectional analysis was conducted on a survey sample size of 201 students, using a questionnaire formulated by the researchers. Analysis of the raw data from the questionnaire was computed using STATA IC 14 application.ResultAnalysis revealed 59.5% of sample population claimed, “Service to humanity” as a primary purpose for enrollment in medical school. “Respect and honor” ranking second with 12% of population. “Knowledge” and “family expectation” yielded percentages of 8% each. “Others” were selected by 6.5% and 6% selected “financial gain”. “Personal interest” was the most motivational motivator with 71% of sample population. “Family” was chosen by 23% of population, being the second most motivational factor.
Institution: All Saints University School of Medicine
Language: English
Subfield: Gender Studies
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W2399980283