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ArticleBMC psychology2026

Exploring institutional factors of resilience in undergraduate medical training: a thematic inquiry into experiences of medical students.

Syeda Rubaba Azim, Nurhanis Syazni Roslan, Muhamad Saiful Bahri Yusoff, Syed Muhammad Azfar, Munizha Nisar, Nooreen Adnan

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Syeda Rubaba AzimDow Institute of Health Professional Education, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan. rubaba.azim@duhs.edu.pk.
Nurhanis Syazni RoslanDepartment of Medical Education, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian 16150, Kelantan, Malaysia. nurhanis_syazni@usm.my.
Muhamad Saiful Bahri YusoffDepartment of Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Selangor, Serdang, 43400, Malaysia.
Syed Muhammad AzfarLiaquat College of Medicine and Dentistry, Karachi, Pakistan.
Munizha NisarDow Institute of Health Professional Education, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan.
Nooreen AdnanDow Institute of Health Professional Education, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan.

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Abstract

backgroundResilience is an essential attribute for medical students to manage academic demands and sustain well-being during training. While resilience has traditionally been studied at the individual level, less attention has been given to institutional factors that shape its development.

objectiveThis study explored the institutional factors contributing to resilience among undergraduate medical students.

methodsA qualitative descriptive study was conducted with 55 participants, including 45 medical students and 10 faculty and administrative staff. Data were collected through four focus group discussions and individual interviews, transcribed verbatim, and analysed using reflexive thematic analysis.

resultsSix themes were identified: learning environment, support systems, extracurricular activities, academics, financial barriers, and faculty role. Findings indicated that supportive institutional environments enhanced resilience, while academic pressure and financial constraints undermined students' well-being.

conclusionsInstitutional factors play a central role in shaping medical students' resilience. Strengthening supportive learning environments and institutional support systems may enhance student well-being and academic success.

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Education, Medical, UndergraduateResilience, PsychologicalStudents, MedicalAcademiaAdultFemaleFocus GroupsHumansMaleQualitative ResearchSocial SupportYoung AdultInstitutional FactorsLearning EnvironmentMedical StudentsQualitative StudyResilienceSupport systems

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PMID42786524
PMCPMC13613657

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