Medical School Curricular Changes and Their Impact on Mental Health during the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic

This study examines how rapid curricular changes in medical education during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic affected medical students’ mental health and well-being. The authors analyze student experiences with remote learning, altered clinical training, and educational disruption, identifying associations between curricular adaptations and stress, anxiety, and emotional health outcomes. The findings highlight the importance of institutional support, communication, and flexible educational strategies in promoting student well-being during periods of crisis and educational transition.