Innovative methods for assessing the competence of students of medical faculties of European universities: experience and adaptation for dermatovenereology

Abstract

The high prevalence of skin diseases and sexually transmitted infections remains a major global healthcare challenge, highlighting the need to improve the training of future physicians. The current state of medicine demands new approaches to medical education, particularly in dermatology and venereology, where diagnostic accuracy and treatment effectiveness directly depend on the physician's qualifications. This article analyzes the latest educational methods actively implemented in European countries. Special attention is given to interactive learning methods, such as simulation technologies, which allow students to develop diagnostic and treatment skills in practice under conditions close to real-life scenarios. Additionally, the study examines the competency-based approach, which focuses not only on theoretical knowledge but also on the practical skills necessary for physicians to work in an environment of rapid advancements in medical technologies and practices. The key trends in adapting European standards to national medical education systems are identified, enabling the integration of modern requirements into specialist training. The research findings demonstrate that modernizing of educational programs and the use of innovative teaching methods significantly enhance the professional competence of physicians, ultimately improving the quality of medical services, reducing the risk of complications, and positively impacting public health.