Meritocracy over-rated in medical school entry lottery

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Meritocracy over-rated in medical school entry lottery

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Grades take centre stage in the selection of medical students but are no guarantee of future success as a doctor [Image: Artisteer on iStock]

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This article was first published online on 6 August 2024.

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