Faculty: Medicine The Medicine major focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and injuries. Students develop skills in medical sciences, clinical practice, patient care, and medical research. Graduates are prepared for careers as physicians, specialists, researchers, and healthcare administrators in hospitals, clinics, research institutions, and public health organizations. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of medical sciences and clinical practice. - Develop skills in anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and clinical medicine. - Learn techniques for diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries. - Explore principles of patient care, medical ethics, and public health. - Analyze and interpret medical data and research findings. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and clinical skills for effective medical practice. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Medicine** - Overview of key concepts, principles, and practices in medicine. - Fundamentals of medical sciences, clinical practice, and healthcare systems. 2. **Anatomy and Physiology** - Principles of anatomy and physiology, including the structure and function of the human body. - Techniques for understanding and applying anatomical and physiological knowledge in medical practice. 3. **Pathology** - Principles of pathology, including the study of diseases, their causes, and effects on the body. - Techniques for diagnosing and understanding disease processes. 4. **Pharmacology** - Principles of pharmacology, including the study of drugs, their actions, and therapeutic uses. - Techniques for prescribing and managing medications. 5. **Clinical Medicine** - Principles of clinical medicine, including patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. - Techniques for providing comprehensive medical care to patients. 6. **Medical Ethics and Professionalism** - Principles of medical ethics, including ethical decision-making, patient rights, and professional conduct. - Techniques for upholding ethical standards and professionalism in medical practice. 7. **Public Health** - Principles of public health, including disease prevention, health promotion, and community health. - Techniques for addressing public health issues and improving population health. 8. **Clinical Rotations/Internships** - Real-world experiences in medical settings, including clinical rotations, internships, and hands-on practice in hospitals or clinics. - Application of learned skills in practical medical scenarios. 9. **Research Methods in Medicine** - Principles of research methods in medicine, including study design, data collection, and analysis. - Techniques for conducting and evaluating medical research. 10. **Capstone Project in Medicine** - Comprehensive project applying skills in medical sciences, clinical practice, or medical research. - Delivery of a polished medical project, research paper, or presentation. **Assessment Methods:** - Anatomy and physiology studies, pathology reports, pharmacology projects, clinical medicine plans, medical ethics analyses, public health initiatives, clinical rotation/internship reports, research methodology papers, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Medicine" by various authors. - "Anatomy and Physiology" by various authors. - "Pathology" by various authors. - "Pharmacology" by various authors. - "Clinical Medicine" by various authors. - "Medical Ethics and Professionalism" by various authors. - "Public Health" by various authors. - "Research Methods in Medicine" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of biology, chemistry, and physics. Suitable for students interested in medical sciences, clinical practice, and healthcare. **Major Duration:** Typically 4-6 years for a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, including pre-clinical and clinical phases, followed by residency and specialty training. Additional advanced degrees or certifications may be required for specialized roles. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree and pursue further education, residency programs, and professional certifications, such as board certification in various medical specialties. **Target Audience:** Aspiring physicians, medical specialists, researchers, and healthcare administrators seeking careers in hospitals, clinics, research institutions, and public health organizations. This major equips students with the scientific, clinical, and patient care skills needed to excel in medicine, supporting careers in various medical and healthcare settings.