Future-Proofing Malaysian Doctors: Integrating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Planetary Health in Undergraduate Medical Education

Wong, RSY; Pusparajah, P; Hing, GB

Future-Proofing Malaysian Doctors: Integrating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Planetary Health in Undergraduate Medical Education

Wong, RSY Pusparajah, P Hing, GB

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Publisher:: Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia
Publication Type:: Journal Article
Citation:: Education in Medicine Journal, 2025, 17, (3), pp. 171-178
Issue Date:: 2025-01-01

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dc.contributor.author	Wong, RSY
dc.contributor.author	Pusparajah, P
dc.contributor.author	Hing, GB
dc.date.accessioned	2026-06-10T01:01:56Z
dc.date.available	2026-06-10T01:01:56Z
dc.date.issued	2025-01-01
dc.identifier.citation	Education in Medicine Journal, 2025, 17, (3), pp. 171-178
dc.identifier.issn	2180-1932
dc.identifier.issn	2180-1932
dc.identifier.uri	http://hdl.handle.net/10453/195285
dc.description.abstract	The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) encompass 17 interconnected objectives aiming to eliminate hunger and end poverty by 2030. In contrast, planetary health examines the interplay between human-caused environmental disruptions and their impact on human health. Doctors, at the forefront of healthcare, play a crucial role in promoting well-being and advocating sustainable health. It is therefore essential to ensure the next generation of doctors is taught about SDGs and planetary health. However, research has shown a gap in the incorporation of these vital concepts into Malaysian undergraduate medical curricula due to various challenges faced by medical schools. We propose a multifaceted approach to address these issues. Through the implementation of these recommendations, medical schools will be equipped to bridge the knowledge gap and prepare future-proof doctors for a healthier and more sustainable world.
dc.language	en
dc.publisher	Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia
dc.relation.ispartof	Education in Medicine Journal
dc.relation.isbasedon	10.21315/eimj2025.17.3.14
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dc.title	Future-Proofing Malaysian Doctors: Integrating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Planetary Health in Undergraduate Medical Education
dc.type	Journal Article
utslib.citation.volume	17
pubs.organisational-group	University of Technology Sydney
pubs.organisational-group	University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Health
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Abstract:

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) encompass 17 interconnected objectives aiming to eliminate hunger and end poverty by 2030. In contrast, planetary health examines the interplay between human-caused environmental disruptions and their impact on human health. Doctors, at the forefront of healthcare, play a crucial role in promoting well-being and advocating sustainable health. It is therefore essential to ensure the next generation of doctors is taught about SDGs and planetary health. However, research has shown a gap in the incorporation of these vital concepts into Malaysian undergraduate medical curricula due to various challenges faced by medical schools. We propose a multifaceted approach to address these issues. Through the implementation of these recommendations, medical schools will be equipped to bridge the knowledge gap and prepare future-proof doctors for a healthier and more sustainable world.

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