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The authors convey their concerns about the use of qualitative research in changing clinical practice and helping doctors make better decisions. Topics covered include distinction between paradigmatic and narrative knowledge, the whole mess of humanity as a legitimate topic of education inquiry, and world problems such as war, terrorism, and mass migration that result from an unequal distribution of power, privilege, and opportunity.

The author reflects on the progress made by the periodical "Medical Education" in promoting quality medical education as its editor for over 10 years. He and his staff revised its guidelines in accepting articles to make medical education organizations more accountable and transparent. It is also one of the early adopters of technology when it accepted electronic submissions in 1999. He cites its efforts to reach out to non-English speaking members.

The Editor‐in‐chief bids a fond farewell to the stalwarts who have run the journal for more than a decade. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The author reflects on his experience as editor of the periodical as well as the state of health professional education (HPE). He comments on the growth and diversification of HPE, noting the continued professionalisation of the field due to formal training programs. He goes on to suggest that individuals pursuing a career in in the field remain sceptical and accept uncertainty.

The article announces the selection of Karen Hauer as Deputy Editor of the journal.

The authors reflect on the importance of health professions education in producing professionals who will provide the best health care to the population. Also cited are the need to create regulations and positive attitudes benefiting international travel, global meetings, and global health, as well as the need for elected officials to ensure that international health educational activities and collaborations should be freely allowed.

The author discusses the phases of the journal marked by the tenure of Professor Henry Walton (for Volumes 10-31) as part of the celebration of its 50-volume history and discusses the Editor Emeritus title awarded to Walton.

The author reflects on the tenure of John Ellis, who served as editor-in-chief of the periodical "Medical Education" for its first nine volumes. The article covers Ellis' editorials and how they commented on the state of medical education during the late 1960s and early 1970s. It goes on to note prominent topics from the journal's early issues such as clinical education, assessment, and comparative education.

An introduction is presented in which the editor reflects on the journal's 50th anniversary and discusses various reports within the issue on topics including health professional education, well-being, and student selection.

The article announces the appointment of Dr. Ara Tekian as Chair of the International Editorial Board (IEB) of the "Medical Education" journal.

The article introduces Esther Helmich as deputy editor of the editorial team of the journal "Medical Education."

In this article several interns who were involved in editing a section of the journal titled "Really Good Stuff", including Muhamad Saiful Bahri Yusoff, Terese Stenfors-Hayes and M. Brownell Anderson, offer their thoughts on their role in editing the section of the journal.The article's authors also offer their opinions on several comments offered by the interns.

The article announces that Karen Mann as been appointed chair of the periodical's International Editorial Board.

The article profiles Sue Kilminster and Tim Wilkinson, who in 2013 were appointed as deputy editors of the journal "Medical Education".

The author presents a biography of Henry Walton which describes his contribution to medical education and his powerful vision which transformed the British Journal of Medical Education into International Journal of Medical Education. He describes his interest in clinical research and his achievements as secretary and president of the Association for the Study of Medical Education (ASME). He also discusses his enduring passion in art collection.

The article announces the appointment of Dr. Elizabeth Molloy as the newest deputy editor and Dr. John Norcini as the first senior deputy editor at "Medical Education" journal.