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MBBS Program |
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MBBS is a five year program with curriculum conforming to the regulations and
recommendations of the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council as follows:
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First Professional(Part A & Part B)
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Second Professional |
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Anatomy |
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Biochemistry |
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Physiology |
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Islamiat & Pakistan Studies |
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General Pathology & Microbiology |
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Pharmacology |
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Forensic Medicine |
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Third Professional |
Final Professional |
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Pathology |
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Community Medicine |
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Ophthalmology |
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ENT |
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Medicine |
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Surgery |
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Pediatrics |
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Obstetrics & Gynecology |
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The practice of Medicine has always been part Art and part Science. This
universally accepted adage has evolved from the way medicine has been practiced
throughout history, from the days of shamans, witchcraft, faith healers; from
medieval to modern times. Medical education as a discipline began in India and
Pakistan during the Indus Valley Civilization. Every subsequent civilization
(Babylonian, Egyptian, Greek and Islamic) developed and enlarged the scope of
medical education from a pure Art form into a discipline of Art and Science. The
present system of medical education was developed during the Renaissance in
Italy and further evolved in Britain. Medical education in Pakistan is based on
the British model adapted in the subcontinent during the British Raj
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The World Health Organization evolved the concept of a Five Star Doctor as
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Manager |
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Communicator |
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Care Provider |
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Decision Maker |
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Leader |
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These attributes of a doctor are acceptable to most nations, but the problem
arose in writing a curriculum which could fulfill the requirement of all the
attributes. At Jinnah Medical and Dental College, we have adapted a strategy to
produce Five Star Doctor graduates. We believe that training of a Physician is
firstly to become a good citizen and person of learning; one who deals not with
a disease, but with a person, who is a part of a family and community. The
emphasis is on acquiring relevant knowledge, communication skills, working as a
team, understanding different views and developing compassion and empathy. This
vision has led us to develop a course including Anthropology, Psychology and
other Behavioral Sciences taught in the first two years, along with Pakistan
Studies and Current Affairs. |
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In order to develop communication skills, presentation skills and team work,
students are divided into smaller groups for tutorials which are held in every
subject once a week. The tutorials are conducted by the students with a faculty
supervisor based on tutorial objectives given at the beginning of each week.
Evidence Based Medicine is taught in First Year and Biostatistics and
Epidemiology in Second Year to prepare students for Journal Club presentations.
From Second Year onwards, groups of 3-4 students are required to make
presentations at weekly Journal Clubs relevant to the disciplines being taught
in that particular year of the curriculum. In Fourth and Final Year, students
conduct a weekly Clinico-Pathological Conference based on study of an admitted
patient which the students have examined. |
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Community Medicine is taught during the first four years, with emphasis on
practical experience in general OPD settings with weekly visits to industries,
specialized institutions, water and sewerage plants. Students are required to
conduct surveys and write a research paper on their topic in fourth year.
Emphasis is given to hazardous behaviors and unhealthy life habits and how to
change these behaviors in the community. |
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Clinical teaching in Medicine, Surgery and Pediatrics is conducted from Third
Year onwards at Jinnah Medical College Hospital. Clinical training in ENT and
Ophthalmology is done during the Fourth Year. In addition to JMCH, students go
to LRBT Eye Hospital. Obstetrics and Gynecology clinical teaching takes place in
Fourth and Final Year at both JMCH and Lady Dufferin Hospital. |
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ASSESSMENT AND PROMOTION |
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Students’ knowledge and skills are continuously assessed in practicals,
tutorials, Journal Club presentations and Clincico-Pathological Conferences to
prepare them for Internal and Professional examinations. There are two scheduled
Internal Examinations each year: a Midterm and a Pre Professional Examination.
Each exam consists of a theory paper, as well as a practical and oral exam.
Professional Examinations are conducted by the University of Karachi. |
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The University of Karachi conducts Professional Examinations for MBBS and BDS at
the end of each academic year. Each theory paper includes multiple choice
questions (One Best Choice type) and Short essay questions. Practical
examinations and viva voce for each subject are scheduled after the theory
papers. Students must score 50% in both theory and Viva/Practical to pass. |
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According to PMDC Regulations, "Continuous internal assessment consists of
appropriate evaluation at the end of each assignment, term, stage or course of
the curriculum. Proper records of internal evaluations should be maintained, and
the scores obtained in these tests should contribute 30% to the final total
score of the candidates.” Marks scored by students on Internal Assessment are
included in the Practical/Viva Voce marks of the University Professional
Examinations. |
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According to University of Karachi rules, no student with less then 75%
attendance may be allowed to sit for Professional Examinations. They must have
75% in lectures, tutorial, practicals and clinical assignments. There will be no
extra chances to make up this attendance, so students must attend the regularly
scheduled classes. If students are not present in class for any reason (illness,
trip abroad, family problems, etc.) they will be marked absent. Students must
also attend at least two internal tests, obtaining not less then 25% marks in
each test. Since each test consists of a theory paper and viva, students must
attend both theory and viva and must obtain a minimum of 25% in each part of the
test. Students not meeting these minimum requirements of the University of
Karachi will not be allowed to sit for Professional Examinations. |
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Attendance of clinical assignments for Third, Fourth and Final Years will be
calculated at the time of sending exam forms for the Final Professional
Examination. There will be no opportunity at that time to make up short
attendance in clinics. Short attendance will not be condoned for any reason.
After Midterm Examinations, a letter detailing the student’s marks and
attendance to date is sent to the Parents/Guardians via courier service. Any
parent wishing to discuss the progress or attendance of their student may
contact the Student Affairs Office to make an appointment at 4935009. |