Medical Specialties 3
Objectives
Advanced knowledge in, hematology, ophthalmology, nephrology, including diagnosis and
treatment, both in theory and practice; observation of transplant programs.
Expertise for autonomous clinical interview and observation, diagnosis, and treatment options
for most 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.
Expertise on selection and use of Personal Protect Equipment.
General characterization
Code
107047
Credits
9
Responsible teacher
MANUEL ANIBAL ANTUNES FERREIRA,SONIA MARISA DE LIMA SOUTO AMADO,SUSANA ISABEL MATEUS SANTOS,ANA FILIPA PINHO RIBEIRO
Hours
Weekly - Available soon
Total - 252
Teaching language
PT
Prerequisites
Available soon
Bibliography
Available soon
Teaching method
Total of 15 large group teaching classes, and about 12 small group classes; ward teaching
including direct daily observation of in-patients, and attendance to the various clinical activities
(meetings, discussions) in the Unit. If needed (due to epidemiological reasons) classes will be
prepared for direct or online presentation., with public or online presentation of clinical cases,
and critical discussion. Formal practical assessment of the work and involvement in the daily
ward duties and clinical presentations. Formal written exam (60 multiple choice questions).
Evaluation method
Assessment will take place in physical presence. The theoretical assessment represents 60% of
the final classification. Practical assessment represents 40% of the final classification (10% each
specialty: Nephrology, Ophthalmology, Hematology and Transplantation).
Subject matter
Theory: Selected integrated themes, essential for building key concepts
Practice:
1. Exposure to key clinical contents in hematology, ophthalmology, nephrology, and
transplantation (bone marrow, kidney, pancreas, liver, lungs, and heart;
2. Differential diagnosis and treatment options in the above areas;
3. Ward teaching, ICU and Emergency;
4. Enhanced communication skills;
5. Enhance ability for exposition of complex clinical entities, and therapeutic options;
6. Ability to select appropriate clinical data and auxiliary laboratory and complementary tests;
7. Skills in end-of-life support and family contact;
8. Comprehensive and integrated understanding of ¿being a doctor¿.