# Looking back over 40 years in medical education – the continuing challenge of developing professional artistry and personal educational philosophy

## TL;DR

This paper discusses the need for medical educators to focus more on their teaching artistry and philosophy rather than just research.

## Contribution

Highlights the ongoing challenge of balancing research with educational development in medical education.

## Key findings

- Experienced educators may prioritize research over teaching development.
- This imbalance could hinder improvements in teaching and learning.
- Professional artistry and personal philosophy are underemphasized in medical education.

## Abstract

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Experienced medical educators appear to focus more on their research than developing their professional artistry and personal educational philosophy. This situation has potential major implications for the continuing improvement of teaching and student learning.