Yes we have to be updated aa the tools are upgrading on regular basis. We can keep tract by following some journals too. That woukd be a great help.
The word self diagnosis is itself very satisfying and relieving that does not sound like a disease and itâs diagnosis is not complicate at all
I like the way how it is comparing our study pattern to diagnosing a patient. It is a practical way to improvise our learning. Helps to identify our weak areas, finding cause and using a right way to tackle it can really help in exams and real life.
This really resonates with me. During my training, Iâve noticed I tend to revise familiar topics more than weak areas. The self-diagnosis approach is a great reminder to work on actual gaps
This really makes sense. Iâve noticed the same thing we tend to ignore the moments where we hesitate. Seeing them as learning signals instead of weaknesses could actually change how we study. Going to try this approach and see how it works for me.
Teaching a case during rounds integrated with concept, sharpens my knowledge & skip the extra study hours.
For me, one small habit that really helps is questioning myself during the dayâlike âwhy is this the answer and not something else?â It doesnât take extra time but keeps things clear in my head.
Recently, I realized a weak spot when I could recognize a condition but couldnât explain the âwhyâ behind it. So instead of just reading again, I made a simple flow from cause to symptoms to treatment, and that fixed it much better.
Diagnosing learning gaps starts with honest self-assessment. Use practice questions to spot mistakes, analyze patterns, and identify weak areas. Seek feedback and focus on targeted revision to improve understanding and performance consistently.Healthcare doesnât always remain constant it changes, accordingly we must.
I really apppreciate your framework. Assessing ourselves is a tough task. Self-introspection is one of the best things which only a few people do. Finding loopholes in our thoughts and actions and correction of those things really need a strong mind.
Sometimes i feel Self-introspection and Self-doubt are closely related things, but they have a huge difference. I overcame self-doubt by doing practical application. Self-doubt can stop you from progress. But self-introspect gives you a chance to correct your actions. I find flaws or knowledge gaps once in a while. But what we do after finding is what truly matters in career growth.
The simplest way to diagnose our own shortcomings is to focus where and what needs improvements and consistently working on it.
Your ways are mentioned in a very simplified manner and will definitely be a good way to improve oneself.
This model is very enlightening and pertinent. I have frequently observed such gaps in the course of clinical discussions even though I studied it.
âReally liked the idea of âlearning red flags.â We often ignore them instead of working on them!â
âThis makes learning more structured and effective. Definitely going to try this approach.â
âThe comparison with clinical diagnosis makes it so relatable. Well explained!â
This is a brilliant way to treat learning like clinical practiceâidentify, diagnose, treat, and follow-up. Iâm definitely going to apply this in my studies!â
I believe many students focus on results by ignoring their actual gaps and where they lack.
This is a practical way to teach them and make their study time more focused and efficient .
Clinical knowledge is an evolving talk and itâs really hard to know it in a single go, so I believe small discussion sessions with teams or colleagues can keep track in sustaining and increasing our knowledge as well as connectivity.
Habit of reviewing case studies, review article journals can improve the clinical knowledge. Proper Case history taking will helps in proper diagnosis and treatment plan. Reviewing previous case discussions, case study discussion with friends also improve clinical knowledge and also visiting nearest hospital or small clinics in free time seeing different patients and cases in real life can improve the clinical knowledge.
as health care professionals, we need to open towards a lifetime of learning. Self diagnosis is the key as rightly quoted.
Thanks for this informative piece.
Being a doctor is definitely like being a learner until you die.
As well quoted by a senior doctors âThe day when doctor stops learning is the day when he is in the graveyardâ.
Well said, as a medical professionals we have to be updated on the current innovations in our field. And as you said we have to brush up our knowledge by going through research papers.
I often revise topics when i have frer time. I realised that knowledge along with practice makes you the best in learning.
This is actually best insight to make one know their self.
I think sometimes there is an unspoken pressure on medical professionals to know everything which makes it uncomfortable to acknowledge any knowledge gaps but the âself diagnosisâ method recommended here is a really practical and objective way to do that.