Narrativa crítico-reflexiva: minha história no curso de medicina da UFSCar

Abstract

This Undergraduate Final Project presents a critical-reflective narrative on the author’s personal and academic journey throughout the Medical Program at the Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar), from 2021 to 2026. The narrative initially addresses the personal experiences that influenced the decision to pursue Medicine and the path leading to university admission. It then reflects on the three stages of medical education—basic sciences, clinical training, and medical internship—highlighting learning experiences, practical activities, challenges, and relevant aspects of professional development. The work also describes complementary curricular and extracurricular activities undertaken during medical school, including clinical rotations in different medical specialties and participation in an undergraduate research project. Throughout this journey, the narrative highlights the progressive development of autonomy, clinical reasoning, and patient-care skills, emphasizing the importance of patient interaction, attentive listening, and human relationships in shaping professional identity. Finally, reflecting on these experiences provides an opportunity to recognize the personal and professional transformations that occurred throughout medical school and to understand medical education as a continuous process of learning, growth, and professional development.