Brasília – The Ministries of Health and Education have officially approved new National Curriculum Guidelines (DCNs) for Medicine in Brazil, updating the framework for medical education to better align with the country’s health priorities and the needs of the Unified Health System (SUS).

The updated guidelines emphasize primary care, interprofessional training, and integration with SUS services, requiring that at least 30% of medical internship hours take place in public health facilities. They also introduce digital health tools and new assessment mechanisms, including a national exam for medical students every two years, which could become a prerequisite for medical residency programs.

According to the ministries, the reform seeks to train physicians with a stronger focus on comprehensive care and health equity, strengthening collaboration between universities and the public system. The implementation of the new guidelines will be gradual, allowing institutions to adapt their curricula and teaching structures.

Source: Agência Gov

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