Table 1.

Essential Reforms Needed to Improve the Current Libyan Medical Education System

Assessment of the ongoing medical education system in terms of facility teaching, quality and manpower. Reform the leadership appointment method, have search committees with transparent agenda make the selection and recommendations (Curriculum vitae, Interview, Recommendation). Increase departmental autonomy and accountability to give them chance to be creative and fully engaged in at the education system. Rehabilitation and updating the administration system and introducing modern technology. Introduction of independent education center to implement continuing medical education, Continuing professional development, soft skills and personal confidence courses and guide the education curricula. Develop guidelines for medical education to be implemented by different hospitals and health education institutions including private sector. Creation of an accreditation body to evaluate medical, dental and health related schools and colleges and giving authority to implement recommendations and sanctions. Have a transparent timeline to implement medical education reforms.