Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

Qualifying Learner Competencies

1. Problem-Solving Skills:

   • Apply a problem-solving model to assess patients and develop hypotheses.
   • Analyse information from various sources to arrive at a diagnosis.
   • Make appropriate management and treatment decisions based on evidence.
   • Demonstrate enterprise in problem-solving.

2. Medical Knowledge:

   • Use fundamental knowledge of natural sciences and human structure and function.
   • Understand disease processes and clinical disciplines.
   • Utilize knowledge of mental, physical, and social disease processes.
   • Stay updated with medical literature and new developments.
   • Apply basic clinical skills safely.

3. Patient Interaction:

   • Obtain patient history and reason for encounter.
   • Perform a complete physical examination.
   • Interpret findings to reach a provisional assessment and formulate patient plans.
   • Maintain a relationship with patients and record information effectively.

4. Population Health:

   • Collect health information systematically to identify and manage health problems.
   • Analyse disease burden and determinants within the community.
   • Apply disease surveillance and prevention principles for a healthy environment.
   • Play a role in healthcare organization and management.

5. Professionalism and Ethics:

   • Incorporate ethical and legal issues in practice.
   • Respect patients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
   • Demonstrate moral and ethical responsibilities in patient care.
   • Strive to improve patient care and reduce healthcare inequalities.

6. Effective Communication:

   • Communicate effectively with patients, families, healthcare teams, and the community.
   • Use appropriate structure, language, and style in communication.

7. Continuous Professional Development:

   • Use learning strategies for lifelong professional development.
   • Acknowledge responsibility for vocational training and continuing education.
   • Identify personal limitations and seek help when needed.

Integrated Assessment

• Clinical Skills Assessment: Undertaken in the clinical years.
• Final Year Assessment: Students assume clinical responsibility for patients under supervision.
• Expected Skills: Problem-solving, clinical reasoning, psychomotor skills, and sensitivity.
• Assessment Methods: Continuous ward assessments, written tests, and examinations.

By demonstrating these competencies and successfully completing the integrated assessments, the learner will be well-prepared for a career in medicine with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide excellent patient care and contribute positively to the healthcare system.