This article explores innovative technologies for training medical students in clinical thinking through the study of infectious diseases. The proposed approach integrates simulation-based learning, case-based methods, digital tools, and the VAK (Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic) model to develop diagnostic reasoning, decision-making, and professional competence.

clinical thinking, infectious diseases, medical education, simulation technologies, diagnostic competence, VAK model, case-based learning, cross-disciplinary approach.

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