Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
The following Program Learning Outcomes define the competencies for the degree program.
A. Patient Care
- A1 Integrate medical knowledge and clinical skills in the provision of health care
- A2 Conduct a clear and complete medical history and complete physical examination
- A3 Identify and accurately record normal and abnormal patterns and patient problems (physical, intellectual and social)
- A4 Demonstrate the ability of extracting pertinent information from medical records
- A5 Assess and interpret data incorporating clinical data, laboratory results and radiological findings
- A6 Generate and prioritize a differential diagnosis list
- A7 Identify required investigations to reach a provisional diagnosis
- A8 Analyze underlying etiology and understand pathophysiological mechanisms of disease
- A9 Formulate management plans for common conditions
- A10 Demonstrate competence in triage in urgent and primary care settings and deal with emergent scenarios
- A11 Demonstrate competence in selected basic clinical procedures
B. Communication
- B1 Develop interviewing skills and recognize communication barriers
- B2 Communicate compassionately with patients and families including disclosure of sensitive information
- B3 Practice patient counseling and education
- B4 Build rapport and trust with patients and families
- B5 Communicate medical information effectively with health care teams in verbal and written English
- B6 Collaborate effectively with colleagues and health care teams
- B7 Communicate collaboratively in leadership roles and practice peer evaluation
C. Ethics
- C1 Adhere to ethical principles and moral reasoning in professional interactions
- C2 Exemplify compassion, integrity, social responsibility and respect
- C3 Commit to the highest standards of professional responsibility and accountability
- C4 Demonstrate responsible physician behaviors including confidentiality and prioritizing patient needs
- C5 Maintain and promote personal wellness
- C6 Apply principles of patient autonomy and confidentiality
D. Knowledge
- D1 Demonstrate adequate knowledge in basic and clinical sciences
- D2 Demonstrate broad clinical knowledge of diseases and diagnostic profiles
- D3 Demonstrate knowledge of diagnostic facilities and treatment methods including non-pharmacological approaches
- D4 Understand risk management, safety and medical errors
- D5 Apply basic science principles to clinical practice
- D6 Understand pathophysiological mechanisms and therapeutic interventions
E. Critical Thinking
- E1 Evaluate and apply new knowledge using case-based learning
- E2 Think critically and creatively to solve problems
- E3 Learn independently for continuous personal growth
- E4 Develop lifelong learning study habits
- E5 Identify gaps in knowledge and skills for professional development
- E6 Apply evidence-based practice and critically appraise medical literature
- E7 Apply public health and epidemiology principles including disease prevention and health promotion
- E8 Engage in research activities to advance medical knowledge