I'm currently writing a paper comparing medical students' impression of evolutionary biology prior to and after my country's adoption of a new K-12 curriculum that includes an explicit class discussing the foundational concepts of evolutionary biology. As a student who also plans to go into medicine, I would just like to know if mastering foundational evolutionary concepts is really important in studying classes like pathology?
Absolutely essential to study evolution. As Dobzhanski said years ago. Nothing in biology makes sense except in the light of evolution. Evolutionary medicine is a very large field.
I see. This makes me very excited to study how the concepts align once I go into medicine! Thank you Dr. Patrice Showers Corneli
many facts would be clear with evolutionary biology. very beneficial to connect this essential science with medicine. best wishes
Yes, if you want to do research in medicine then you must study thoroughly, for example in therapy to understand antibiotics you have to understand evolution. interestingly, I have met many foolish doctors, and microbiologists saying evolution is just theory and related to animals, not us. that was a shocking discovery for me and I turned to prophet Carl-Sagan :-D
Evolutionary biology is an important area of biology that studies the evolution of species over time. Although evolutionary biology itself is not a required topic for entry into medical school, understanding the principles of evolution and biology is fundamental for future doctors. Here are some reasons why evolutionary biology is relevant for medical students:
1-Understanding Anatomy and Physiology 2-Genetics and Heredity 3-Resistance to Diseases 4-Pharmacology 5-Holistic Approach
Although evolutionary biology is not a required topic for entry into medical school, it can be beneficial for students who wish to have a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of biology and how it relates to medical practice. Furthermore, the ability to think in an evolutionary way can help future doctors approach medical issues in a more informed and effective way.
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