Flexner Report

The Flexner Report, published in 1910 by Abraham Flexner, evaluated medical education in the United States and Canada. It revealed widespread deficiencies in medical schools, highlighting issues such as inadequate training and poor educational standards. The report advocated for higher admission standards, more rigorous curricula, and a scientific approach to medical education. Its recommendations led to significant reforms, resulting in the closure of substandard schools and the establishment of better-trained physicians. The Flexner Report is considered a turning point that reshaped medical education and practice, improving the quality of healthcare in North America.