Doctoral Education: The Need for Radical Reform

J Adv Nurs. 2026 May;82(5):4084-4087. doi: 10.1111/jan.70568. Epub 2026 Mar 6.

Abstract

In this final editorial of our group of four, we take up the challenge of thinking about radical reform of doctoral education. We contend that without decisive action, nursing risks losing its capacity to shape the future of healthcare. Therefore we suggest there is a need for radical reform of doctoral education, focusing on three key areas.

Publication types

  • Editorial

MeSH terms

  • Education, Nursing, Graduate* / organization & administration
  • Education, Nursing, Graduate* / trends
  • Health Care Reform*
  • Humans