Brazilian medical school student impressions of the graduate training in adolescent medicine.

Unlabelled: The aim of this study was to identify expectations, difficulties, skills, and attitudes of students during graduate training in adolescent medicine.

Methods: We obtained data by means of questionnaires completed by medical students, in their first and last day of practical training in an adolescent outpatient clinic.

Results: Among 103 students, we identified the following feelings: inappropriate/insufficient previous knowledge; difficulties in providing care assistance; good expectancy and intention to work with adolescents; and physician/patient relation as crucial to learning.

Conclusion: The students reported positive experiences, as well as personal and professional enrichment during their training in the adolescent health care service.

Practical Implications: Practical training in adolescent medicine must be encouraged during the graduation course.