Doctors need to understand patients' lived experiences to treat them well — but medical schools may stop requiring that training

The board that accredits medical schools is poised to take away requirements that doctors learn about factors, such as income, neighborhood, and culture, that can affect medical treatment approaches. These requirements are necessary to ensure the highest quality of care.

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