While research shows that applicants’ GPA is associated with academic success, particularly in more technical and knowledge-based courses, it does not tell the whole story. Predicting success on the job, especially in people-centered professions, is much more complex and requires the consideration of non-cognitive competencies. We definitely see how important these competencies are in health care, a field that is currently experiencing a massive compassion crisis. However, finding and training more compassionate physicians can help...
