2022 Semester 2 Surgery (MED-707-0)

The goals of this course, with reference to the adult population, is summarised below:
1. To improve knowledge and develop an understanding of the promotion of health, the production of disease, and methods of prevention of disease.
2. To improve or acquire proficiency in basic clinical skills. In particular to develop an ability to:
• Obtain a full and accurate patient history
• Carry out a complete physical examination
• Undertake appropriate investigations
• Interpret the findings, make a provisional diagnosis, and institute appropriate management
• Monitor the progress of the patient's condition, and determine the prognosis
• Acquire competence in performing basic practical procedures.
3. To develop the ability to recognize common surgical emergencies and manage them appropriately in the initial and on-going phases.
4. To develop attitudes to achieve a high standard of surgical practice in relation to the care of patients and the population.
5. To develop attitudes, characteristics and attributes relevant for on-going professional development
6. To improve skills in accessing current medical knowledge or literature and search for the evidence for best practice.
7. To develop interpersonal and inter-professional communication skills including counselling skills.