Medical and Surgical Specialties III

Objectives

Advanced knowledge in gastroenterology, nephrology, haematology, dermatology, endocrinology, oncology, ophthalmology, Intensive Care, including diagnosis and treatment, both in theory and practice; observation of transplant programmes.
Expertise for autonomous clinical interview and observation, diagnosis, and treatment options for prevalent diseases, particularly those with higher severity or requiring rapid intervention in the above mentioned clinical areas.
Identification of emergency situations requiring referral for intensive care or fast track reference: Coronary, Cerebro Vascular, Trauma, Sepsis

General characterization

Code

11212

Credits

Responsible teacher

Prof. Doutor Fernando Nolasco

Hours

Weekly - Available soon

Total - Available soon

Teaching language

Portuguese

Prerequisites

Bibliography

Harrison`s Principles of Internal Medicine 19th edition. 2015;
Oxford desk Reference. Critical Care. Cald Warderman, Neil Sony, Andrew Rhodes, eds. 3rd edition Oxford Desk Reference. (2015);
Surgical Intensiv Care Medicine. John M. ODonnell, Flávio Nacul, eds. Third edition; Greenspan´s Basic and Clinical Endocrinology, 9th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2011;
DJ Gawkroger - Dermatology an illustrated colour text. 4th edition (2008), Elsevier; J Bolognia Dermatology 3th edition (2012), Elsevier;
Sleisenger and Fordtrans Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease 10th edition 2015; Gastrenterologia Fundamental, Edições Lidel, 1º edição, 2013;
Manual de Terapêutica Médica, capítulo VII-Gastrenterologia, 2ª edição, 2010;
OFTALMOLOGIA CLINICA Jack J. Kanski edição DOYMA;
OFTALMOSCOPIA Luís Gonçalves;
OPHTHOBOOK.COM - (acesso on-line gratuito)

Teaching method

Total of 28 large group teaching classes, and about 30 small group classes; ward teaching including direct daily observation of in-patients, and attendance to the various clinical activities (meetings, discussions) in the Unit. Public presentation of clinical cases, and critical discussion.

Evaluation method

Formal practical assessment of the work and involvement in the daily ward duties and clinical presentations. Formal written exam (100 multiple choice questions). The practical assessment represents 60% of the final classification and written exam 40%. Minimal classification is mandatory in all areas and assessments.

Subject matter

Theory: Selected integrated themes, essential for building key concepts Practice:
1.Exposure to key clinical contents in gastroenterology, nephrology, haematology, dermatology, endocrinology, oncology, ophthalmology, Intensive Care, transplantation
2.Differential and treatment options in the above areas
3.Ward teaching, ICU and Emergency
4.Enhance communication skills
5.Enhance ability for exposition of complex clinical entities, and therapeutic options.
6.Ability to select appropriate clinical exams
7.Skills in end of life situations and family contact
8.Comprehensive and integrated understanding of being a Doctor

Programs

Programs where the course is taught:

Integrated Master Degree in Medicine