MISSION OF THE KULLIYYAH OF MEDICINE
The acquisition and propagation of knowledge in the spirit of Tauhid (Faith) within the
Islamic worldview as embodied in the University mission, viz: Islamization, Integration,
Internationalization and Comprehensive Excellence.
GENERAL OBJECTIVES
In consonance with the mission of IIUM, the Kulliyyah aims to produce medical
graduates of outstanding quality who
1.
have acquired adequate medical knowledge with Islamic, moral and ethical
dimension.
2.
would be able to incorporate the Islamic dimension of good universal values into
their daily professional practice.
3.
have been provided with the foundation for knowledge acquisition and
be able to take the responsibility of continuous, lifelong education.
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME
At the end of the Medical Programme, the graduate should be able to
1.
illustrate understanding of the mechanisms of human bodily functions in health
and disease from the biological, behavioral, epidemiological and social aspects.
2.
comprehend interactions of individuals in the society and community.
3.
inculcate the habits of inquisitiveness, an inquiring mind and acquire the
methodology of information gathering, interpretation and making inferences and
logical conclusions.
4.
integrate knowledge from disciplines into a meaningful whole and transfer it from
one area to another.
5.
demonstrate skills in reasoning and deduction to solve medical and related
problems.
6.
perform history taking and physical examination in the most professional way.
7.
formulate a diagnosis and propose investigations to conform or negate the
diagnosis and competently draw up and implement its management plans.
8.
recognize a medical emergency and institute appropriate help and referral.
9.
diagnose common conditions and recognize uncommon ones that would
necessitate expert opinion.
10.
be a competent listener and communicator.
11.
communicate with patients’ relatives, various members of the medical team and
colleagues.
12.
demonstrate competency in current information technology relevant to medical
practice.
13.
incorporate Islamic values and perspectives into medical issues.
INTERNAL MEDICINE I (MED 3111)
Course Synopsis
The MED 3111 course in Internal Medicine introduces students to basic clinical
methods and enables them to acquire communication skills in history taking, physical
examination and making diagnosis. This is the first direct exposure for the students to
patients in real life clinical setting in the hospital wards. The course will be conducted in
the in-patient and out-patient hospital set ups and involves direct contact with patients
and other health care professionals, all working together in a multi-disciplinary team
approach in holistic patient care.
As one of the core disciplines during the clinical year, internal medicine shares with
other clinical disciplines the common responsibility of imparting knowledge, teaching
the skills and promoting good attitudes which are basic to the development of a
competent general physician.
The MED 3111 course introduces the student to a unique, complex and challenging field
of medicine. It emphasizes those aspects of internal medicine important for all medical
students and will provide a foundation for those students who elect to further their study
in any field of medicine.
Course Objectives
The objectives of the course are to:
1.
Provide basic core knowledge of clinical medicine.
2.
Develop competency in history taking and physical examination.
3.
Develop the ability to formulate provisional and differential diagnoses
4.
Introduce common procedures done in the medical wards.
5.
Provide basic knowledge of
electrocardiograph abnormalities.
6.
Provide basic knowledge in the principles of airway management, oxygen
therapy, fluid therapy, and vascular access as introduction to acute medicine.
7.
Provide basic knowledge regarding management and therapeutics.
8.
Inculcate professionalism.
9.
Incorporate Islamic values and ethics in the management patients.
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Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
1.
Describe basic core knowledge of clinical medicine.
2.
Elicit a complete patient-history and document the same.
3.
Perform a complete and accurate physical examination including general and
systematic examination and document the same.
4.
Present the case succinctly to the facilitator and colleagues.
5.
Explain the provisional and differential diagnoses, and provide a plan of
investigation and management.
6.
Recognize and identify common clinical problems.
7.
Observe and perform common procedures done in the medical wards.
8.
Interpret basic investigation results performed on medical patients.
9.
Recognize anatomical structures in common radiographs.
10.
Interpret common ECG abnormalities.
11.
Describe basic principles of airway management, oxygen therapy, fluid therapy,
and vascular access.
12.
Describe basic knowledge of patient management and therapeutics.
13.
Demonstrate professional conduct necessary for a successful clinical interaction.
INTERNAL MEDICINE II (MED 5408)
Course Synopsis
The MED 5408 course re-emphasizes the students to basic clinical methods and
communication skills in history taking, physical examination and making diagnosis.
This is the second direct exposure for students to patients in a hospital setting. The
course will be conducted in the in-patient and out-patient hospital set ups, the latter
includes an ambulatory care centre where common invasive medical procedures are
carried out. Students will develop further their skills in communication and acquire
deeper understanding of patient problems including the diseased states. They will also
be able to work up appropriate action plan for management. Students will also be
exposed to the concept of total patient care where he or she is expected to be directly
involved.
Course 5408 introduces the students to relevant knowledge of common diseases in
clinical practice thereby facilitating work as housemen and medical officers in the ward
setting. It also seeks to refine the technique of case taking and presentation. Students
will develop diagnostic skills and competence in overall patient management.
In order to achieve these objectives, the curriculum contents are implemented and applied
in each of the medical posting. It emphasizes active participation of lecturers and
students. The lecturer will both act as the resource person and facilitator. Attendance
and active participation in these activities are compulsory.
Course Objectives
The objectives of the course are to:
1.
Strengthen the basic core knowledge of clinical medicine.
2.
Further develop and refine history taking and physical examination techniques,
presentation and procedural skills.
3.
Develop the ability to formulate provisional and differential diagnoses, and
provide a plan of investigations and management.
4.
Discuss common clinical problems including interpretation of relevant
investigation results and the management and therapeutics aspects.
5.
Provide basic knowledge in the principles of airway management, oxygen
therapy, fluid therapy, and vascular access are as part of acute medicine.
6.
Inculcate professionalism.
7.
Incorporate Islamic values and ethics in the management patients.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, the student will be able to:
1.
Describe and discuss the basic core knowledge of clinical medicine.
2.
Elicit a complete patient-history and document the same.
3.
Perform a complete and accurate physical examination including general and
systematic examination and document the same.
4.
Present the case succinctly to the facilitator and colleagues.
5.
Discuss provisional diagnosis, differential diagnoses, and provide a plan of
investigation and management.
6.
Recognize and identify common clinical problems.
7.
Observe and perform common procedures done in the medical wards.
8.
Interpret basic investigation results performed on medical patients.
9.
Recognize anatomical structures in common radiographs.
10.
11.
Interpret common electrocardiography (ECG) abnormalities.
Explain the principles of airway management, oxygen therapy, fluid therapy, and
vascular access.
12.
Discuss the principles of patient management and therapeutics.
13.
Elaborate knowledge of common diseases in clinical practice thereby facilitating
work as housemen and medical officers in the ward setting.
14.
Demonstrate diagnostic skills and competence in overall patient management.
15.
Demonstrate professional conduct necessary for a successful clinical interaction.