From ‘imposter’ to insight: Reframing imposter phenomenon in health professions education

Medical Education 2026 Open access

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Authors: Michael Gottlieb, Dayle Davenport
DOI: 10.1111/medu.70193
Cited by: 1
References: 17

Abstract

How should we conceptualize and operationalize imposter phenomenon in practice? Instead of obsessing over measuring and “fixing” people, we should examine the environments, expectations, and inequities that create these experiences in the first place. #MedEd

Fields of Study & Subjects

Perfectionism Procrastination Anxiety Studies Healthcare professionals’ stress and burnout Problem Solving Skills Development

Publication details

Journal / source
Medical Education
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
60
Issue
6
Pages
590–592
Publication date
18 February 2026
Language
EN