The Readiness Gap: Why Medical Students Are Knowing More and Practicing Less

Medical students today have access to more information than any previous generation, yet many are getting less hands-on practice than ever before. As medical education shifts toward pass/fail testing, reduced clinical exposure, and digital-first learning, a new challenge is emerging: the readiness gap between knowing and doing. This article explores why competency-based simulation training is becoming essential for preparing future clinicians to perform under real-world pressure.