Clinical skills represent the competencies essential for the execution of specific medical procedures, grounded in clinical knowledge and expertise. The mastery of surgical clinical skills is inherently intertwined with a profound understanding of medical science. The acquisition and refinement of these skills necessitate the application of medical knowledge and accumulated experience to direct and inform precise surgical actions.
During the development of surgical clinical skills, it is recognized that various techniques interplay and influence one another. As such, learners are expected to engage in the synthesis of knowledge, discern connections between different skills, and cultivate analytical thinking. It is imperative that they possess not only the technical proficiency to perform surgical clinical skills but also a comprehensive understanding of the underlying principles that dictate these practices. This holistic approach is designed to enhance their capacity for critical analysis, problem-solving, and to foster a proactive and efficacious learning methodology in the domain of surgical clinical skills.
The 'Clinical Skills 2' course is a specialized curriculum dedicated to the instruction of fundamental surgical competencies, traditionally encompassed within the general theory of surgery. This intensive program spans 15 instructional sessions and is structured to impart a robust foundation in essential surgical techniques. Students enrolled in this course will systematically acquire proficiency in the identification of basic surgical instruments, knot-tying techniques, and a range of foundational surgical skills including incision, hemostasis, suturing, and suture removal. Additionally, the curriculum encompasses aseptic surgical techniques such as hand washing, gowning, glove wearing, disinfection, and draping, as well as practical procedures like dressing changes and suture removal, extending to more complex surgical interventions such as appendectomy.
The overarching objective of the 'Clinical Skills 2' course is to instill and reinforce the principles of asepsis, nurture a rigorous scientific mindset, and cultivate a pragmatic medical approach among MBBS international students. It aims to bolster their problem-solving capabilities and lay a robust foundation for the study of clinical surgical skills, thereby equipping them with the necessary competencies to evolve into proficient surgeons.
