DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN MEDICAL EDUCATION: A CASE STUDY OF CAN THO UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE AND PHARMACY

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Background: Digital transformation (DT) is shifting medical education worldwide through technologies such as Machine learning, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and others. However, in developing countries, DT adoption faces several challenges, including limited infrastructure, resource constraints, and insufficient digital competence among educators.

Aim: This study aimed to identify the key drivers and barriers influencing DT implementation at Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy (CTUMP) and to explore how demographic and professional variables shape educators' perceptions.

Methods: Data were collected from 122 lecturers and staff from 8 faculties and other departments via an online survey. Descriptive statistics, independent-sample t-tests, and one-way ANOVA analyses were performed to examine differences in DT perceptions by gender, age, years of experience, educational qualifications, and faculties/departments.

Results: Overall, participants showed a generally positive attitude toward DT’s ability to enhance teaching quality and effectiveness. Gender-based differences were observed in confidence and perceived AI risks among male respondents, while years of experience and educational background influenced views on ethical implications and digital training needs. The findings highlight the institutional and human factors that shape DT readiness, offering novel implications for strategic DT in medical education.