Program Outcomes At the end of the program, graduates will be able to... PO1: Demonstrate knowledge of normal and abnormal human structure, function from a molecular, cellular, biologic, clinical, behavioural and social perspective. PO2 :Elicit and record a history, perform a physical examination and choose appropriate diagnostic tests relevant to disease identification, disease prevention and health promotion. PO3: Demonstrate ability to interpret available clinical and laboratory data and effective clinical problem solving, in order to generate differential diagnoses and develop individualized management plans. PO4: Prescribe and safely administer appropriate therapies based on the principles of rational drug therapy, scientific validity, evidence and cost effectiveness. PO5: Identify and refer patients who may require specialized or advanced tertiary care. PO6: Demonstrate knowledge of global and national health needs, health care policies, regulatory frameworks, economics and systems that influence health and well being. PO7: Function effectively as a health care team leader or member in primary and secondary health care settings. PO8: Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, care-givers, colleagues and the public in a manner that will improve health care outcomes and patient satisfaction. PO9: Demonstrate ability to continue refining existing knowledge / skills, acquire new knowledge / skills and to select and pursue an appropriate career pathway that is professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling. PO10: Recognize and manage medico-legal, ethical and professional issues in medical practice. PO11: Demonstrate and practice integrity, responsibility, respect and selflessness. Note: For program outcomes 1 to 5, the focus of learning will be on the following disorders and risk factors listed below A. Conditions contributing significantly to mortality and morbidity in India and in the region 1. Ischemic heart disease 2. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease 3. Diarrhoeal diseases 4. Lower respiratory infections 5. Cerebrovascular disease 6. Iron deficiency anemia 7. Neoplasms 8. Preterm birth 9. Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS 10. Diabetes mellitus 11. Sense organ diseases 12. Injuries 13. Depression and self harm 14. Conditions of regional importance including malaria, dengue and leptospirosis
B. Risk factors contributing significantly to disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) in India 1. Child and maternal malnutrition 2. Air pollution 3. Dietary risks 4. High systolic blood pressure 5. High fasting plasma glucose 6. Tobacco 7. Unsafe water, sanitation, hand washing 8. High total cholesterol 9. High body-mass index 10. Alcohol and drug use Based on data from the Global Disease Burden Study. Reference: Dandona L, Dandona R, Kumar GA, Shukla DK, Paul VK, Balakrishnan K, et al. Nations within a nation: variations in epidemiological transition across the states of India, 1990–2016 in the Global Burden of Disease Study. The Lancet. 2017 Dec 2;390(10111):2437–60. Course Outcomes |
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