Medical education program and objectives | John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering

General Competency

Knowledge for practice (KFP)

Graduates are able to demonstrate knowledge of established and evolving biomedical, clinical and social/behavioral sciences and apply knowledge to clinical care.

Medical education program objective

Describe the normal structure and function of the human body, at levels from molecules to cells to organs, to the entire organism
Demonstrate knowledge of the pathological processes of mental and physical illness
Describe the pathophysiologic manifestations of common diseases and the associated clinical, laboratory and radiographic findings
Demonstrate knowledge of health systems science, biomedical engineering and augmented intelligence
Demonstrate basic knowledge of the impact of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, patient and provider biases and other structural and cultural factors and social determinants on health and disease
Demonstrate basic knowledge of the common scientific methods used to study health and disease

General Competency

Patient care (PC)

Graduates are able to provide patient-centered care that is appropriate and effective for the treatment of health problems.

Medical education program objective

Obtain a thorough, relevant, culturally appropriate medical history
Demonstrate awareness of care that integrates patient values and preferences
Perform an accurate comprehensive or focused physical examination
Perform general clinical procedures
Demonstrate the ability to apply clinical reasoning skills, both verbally and in written form
Demonstrate ability in using advanced technology tools to deliver patient care
Interpret laboratory data, imaging studies and other tests required for clinical care
Create and prioritize differential diagnoses
Select hypothesis-driven diagnostic testing and interpret results
Formulate a basic therapeutic management plan for commonly encountered clinical conditions
Formulate a plan for health screening, prevention and maintenance
Recognize acute life-threatening medical problems and initiate stabilizing care

General Competency

Personal and professional development (PPD)

Graduates are able to sustain lifelong personal and professional balance and growth.

Medical education program objective

Understand an evidence-based approach to selecting, appraising and applying evidence from scientific studies related to clinical questions and patients’ health problems
Practice professional development skills that enhance individual career growth
Develop skills to become physician leaders

General Competency

Systems-based practice (SBP)

Graduates are able to demonstrate an awareness of and responsiveness to the larger context and system of health care, as well as the ability to call effectively on other resources in the system to provide optimal health care

Medical education program objective

Understand health care financing and public policies that affect access to and delivery of health care
Understand value, quality and cost as it applies to patients and populations
Advocate for community assets and resources designed to improve the health of patients and populations
Develop an understanding of quality improvement processes
Develop skills to identify and address common sources of medical errors
Develop strategies to mitigate barriers to health equity

General Competency

Professionalism (PR)

Graduates demonstrate a commitment to professional responsibilities and behavior as well as adherence to ethical principles.

Medical education program objective

Demonstrate compassion, sensitivity, trustworthiness and respect in all settings
Demonstrate accountability, personal responsibility and reliability for meeting the expectations of their role as appropriate to their stage of training
Incorporate ethical and legal principles in medical education, clinical practice and research
Work collaboratively and effectively in teams

General Competency

Interpersonal skills and communication (ISC)

Graduates demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in the effective exchange of information and collaboration with patients, their families and health professionals.

Medical education program objective

Utilize active listening and shared decision making to counsel patients and families
Share medical information in oral and written format to patients with closed loop communication skills
Communicate appropriately prioritized, organized and concise information in verbal, written and electronic format with other health professionals
Adapt communication to an individual’s unique needs, preferences and experiences

General Competency

Technology application and innovation (TAI)

Graduates demonstrate the intellectual curiosity necessary for scientific discovery, leveraging technology for clinical and scientific problem-solving, understanding health care technology interfaces and applying information technology in patient care.

Medical education program objective

Develop skills to address clinical and scientific problems using technology-based innovations that translate from bench to bedside to society
Understand of the interface between health care technology and the body
Understand the application of information technology, augmented intelligence and data science to the care of patients and populations
Apply the engineering design process to facilitate innovation and discovery