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While most patients allow student involvement in their care, some may express discomfort. Thus, obtaining explicit consent is essential to respect patients\u2019 right of autonomy. This study mainly aims to assess the practical application of informed consent by medical students and teachers regarding students\u2019 presence and participation in patients\u2019 care. An observational cross-sectional study was performed, and an online questionnaire was given to students and teachers at a single medical school, via institutional email. The study included 289 participants, namely 232 students and 57 teachers. While 81% of teachers reported always asking the patient\u2019s consent for students\u2019 presence, only 28% of students claimed this to be the case. Despite challenges like overcrowding and limited time, involving students in healthcare benefits both students and patients. Moreover, medical ethics education is crucial to foster compassionate care and promote ethical reasoning. The disparities found between teachers\u2019 practices and students\u2019 perspectives highlight the need to intervene and provide them with an adequate education on ethical values in clinical practice. 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