ArticlePloS one2026
Intention to emigrate after graduation among medical students from two universities in Lima, Peru.
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Abstract
objectiveTo determine the prevalence of the intention to emigrate among third- to seventh-year medical students from two private universities in Lima, Peru. MATERIALS AND
methodsCross-sectional study in third- to seventh-year medical students. To assess associated factors, we calculated adjusted prevalence ratios (aPR) using Poisson regression models.
resultsAmong 508 medical students, 92.1% reported an intention to emigrate. A rising trend was observed within one of the universities evaluated. When analyzing factors associated with the intention not to emigrate, a lower frequency was found among students aged 23-25 compared to those aged 18-22 (aPR: 0.35; 95% CI: 0.13-0.91). Additionally, the intention not to emigrate was more common among those who had completed an external rotation in primary care (aPR: 2.10; 95% CI: 1.18-4.10), and less common among those who preferred a surgical specialty after graduation (aPR: 0.40; 95% CI: 0.20-0.82).
conclusionsOur study reveals a high prevalence of the intention to emigrate among third- to seventh-year medical students. It is essential to consider implementing policies that improve training conditions and labor opportunities in order to retain medical talent and strengthen the national health system.
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