Cloak of compassion, or evidence of elitism? An empirical analysis of white coat ceremonies.

Context White coat ceremonies (WCCs) are widely prevalent as a celebration of matriculation in medical schools. Critics have questioned whether these ceremonies can successfully combine the themes of professionalism and humanism, as well as whether the white coat is an appropriate symbol. Objectives...

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Published in:Medical Education Vol. 47; no. 1; pp. 97 - 109
Main Authors: Karnieli-Miller, Orit, Frankel, Richard M, Inui, Thomas S
Format: research tables/charts Journal Article
Published: Wiley-Blackwell Jan2013
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