Several medical students from various faculties have shared their experiences of inappropriate behavior from instructors, psychological issues stemming from their studies, and the time-consuming nature of their education with Deník N. Recent research from the Kultimed project highlighted that while most students are satisfied with their studies, encountering sexism, gender discrimination, and ridicule is not uncommon. Interviews reveal that these issues are pervasive among students in medical education.

Eliška, a former student from Masaryk University’s Medical Faculty in Brno, recounts a particularly distressing experience during an exam when a teacher made a sexist remark after she was unable to recall specific information. She recalls having to endure comments that demeaned her presence in the field of medicine, suggesting that women do not belong in this profession and should instead be at home cooking. Such discriminatory attitudes contribute to the already challenging environment faced by medical students, particularly women.

Similarly, Karolína, another student, shared her own experiences of mockery from one of her instructors during a presentation. The cumulative effects of such negative interactions contribute to increasing anxiety and can hinder students' educational progress and mental health. These accounts shed light on a broader issue within medical education in Czechia, calling for urgent attention and reform to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all students, regardless of gender.