The Effects of COVID 19 in Medical Education in Nepal
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COVID-19, Medical Education, NepalAbstract
The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has caused an unparalleled disruption in all forms of the scientific learning processes including medical education. The disease has caused deaths and serious comorbidities and presents challenges for all scientists, educators and students. This viewpoint discusses the current status of medical education in Nepal, describes how COVID-19 have affected medical education, theory and practical classes and internship learning environments, and explores potential implications of COVID-19 for the future of medical education.
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