title: Once upon a time in Alicante.
abstract: Every year in September, in Alicante (Spain), young European doctors-in-training get together to take part in a 1-week course dedicated to general matters in internal medicine. The European School of Internal Medicine (ESIM) developed this course under the auspices of the European Federation of Internal Medicine (EFIM). The entire week is filled with lectures, seminars, and clinical-pathological cases. Delegates from different countries are also invited to present case reports. A social program is also included that is designed to give residents the opportunity to get to know each other and to share some aspects related to the Mediterranean culture. During this period, residents talk about their medical education. Professional issues and questions related to internal medicine in Europe often arise. Is there one "European Medicine" or should we talk about different "Internal Medicines?" Let the residents debate em leader
authors: Department of Internal Medicine (II), Serviço de Medicina II, Hospital de Egas Moniz, Rua da Junqueira, 126, 1349-019, Lisbon, Portugal
authors: Paulo Reis
authors: PR
authors: Pina