Table 4.

Recommended features for mentorship programs

The mentorship program should be longitudinal throughout the medical education

Mentorship activities should be designed to align with the overall curriculum

The program should be mandatory

Mentors should be (experienced) physicians, either alone or in pairs, and may be accompanied by a student mentor

A small financial reward or promotion for mentors may reduce “wear and tear”

Mentors should be empowered by introductory courses, frequent mentor gatherings or workshops and faculty support