Despite the Internet, doctors still have to memorize. Here’s why.
There is an assumption that is creeping into discussions about medical education, just like primary education: that memorization is outdated and doesn’t matter in the Internet era. That’s a mistake. The goal of education is to create an expert thinker. Memorization is at the core of that endeavor.
Practicing medicine requires constant problem solving. Every patient is different and requires a bit …
