President Vladimir Putin has signed legislation requiring medical students in state-funded residency programs to complete work placements at public hospitals and clinics for up to three years. The new law, which is expected to take effect in the coming months, mandates that all students enrolled in state-funded residency programs must undergo this mandatory work placement. The requirement is designed to ensure that young doctors gain hands-on experience before entering the medical profession.
Under the new law, medical students will be required to spend up to three years working at public hospitals and clinics. This work placement is intended to provide them with valuable practical experience and to ensure that they are well-prepared for the challenges of the medical profession. The government has stated that the law is aimed at improving the quality of medical care in Russia and ensuring that all medical professionals are well-trained.
State-funded residency programs have been a key part of Russia’s medical education system for many years. These programs provide students with the opportunity to study medicine at public universities, with the government covering the cost of their education. The new law is expected to have a significant impact on the lives of medical students in Russia, as they will now be required to spend up to three years working in the healthcare system before they can complete their training and enter the medical profession.