Philosophy of medical education

Introduction: education is defined as an art with scientific principle. it isdescribed as a form of learning by which knowledge, skills and attitudes of anage group are transferred from one generation to the next through teaching,training, research and practice.method: this is a historical review about the philosophy of medical educationand its changes during the time.results: it is unfortunate that many developing countries follow the us systemrather than those with public financing pattern. indeed, these systems are “diseasecare” and not “healthcare” and are mainly motivated by profit.conclusion: the educational planners in medical schools must design acurricula for students and residents to acquire a crucial set of professional valuesand qualities, by which the willingness to put the needs of the patient and societyfirst.