Curriculum for MBBS (MD) Program– Second Year
Davao Medical School Foundation (DMSF) is a well-established institution known for its excellence in medical education. Located in Davao City, Philippines, DMSF offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines theoretical knowledge with practical training, preparing students for a successful career in medicine. The school boasts a dedicated faculty comprised of experienced professors and healthcare professionals who provide high-quality education and mentorship to students. DMSF also offers state-of-the-art facilities, including well-equipped laboratories and libraries. DMSF is also associated with top hospitals, where students gain valuable clinical experience. With its commitment to producing competent and compassionate medical professionals, DMSF has earned a reputation as a reputable institution in the field of medical education in the Philippines. In the previous article, we discussed the curriculum for the first year of the MBBS (MD) program. Now, let's delve into the details of the second-year curriculum.
Second Year Curriculum
The course contents are designed to provide students with an understanding of the normal and altered structure and function of the human body, including the role of genetic, developmental, metabolic, toxic, infectious, immunologic, neoplastic, degenerative, and traumatic factors that may contribute to the body’s disorder or illness (pathogenesis). The principles and concepts of therapeutics are also taught. The ability to obtain an accurate medical history, perform a complete physical examination, and develop interpersonal and communication skills are also taught with patient exposures initiated in the second semester. Similarly, students are provided with protected time for self-directed learning to enhance their skills in medical informatics and lifelong learning.
| Subjects | Original MD Program (Curriculum Hours) |
Expanded MD Program (Curriculum Hours) |
Remarks | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Practical | Lecture | Practical | ||
| General Pathology | 162 | 144 | 162 | 144 | -same- |
| Pharmacoloogy | 108 | 72 | 108 | 72 | -same- |
| Clinical Pathology | 72 | - | 72 | - | -same- |
| Art & Science of Med 2 | 72 | 72 | 72 | 72 | -same- |
| Neuroscience 2 | |||||
| Neurology | 54 | - | 54 | - | -same- |
| Psychiatry | 54 | - | 54 | - | -same- |
| surgery 2 | 54 | - | 54 | - | -same- |
| Microbiology & Para | 162 | 108 | 162 | 108 | -same- |
| Research 2 | 36 | - | 36 | - | -same- |
| Pediatrics 2 | 36 | - | 36 | - | -same- |
| Obstetrics 2 | 36 | - | 36 | - | -same- |
| Sub-Total | 846 | 396 | 846 | 396 | -same- |