DMSF’s Excellence in Instruction
DMSF's Excellence in Instruction is upheld by a dedicated team of faculty members who possess competence, commitment, and compassion towards the educational mission. Each faculty member is responsible for delivering instruction and engaging in continuous scholarly activities, research, and community services. Through their involvement in students' learning processes, they serve as exemplary practitioners.
Teaching strategies
Given the diverse group of learners, various teaching strategies are employed to ensure effective instruction. The Section of Anatomy, for instance, utilises a range of learning tools such as Body Map, Cadaveric Dissection, Anatomage, and Plastinated Cadavers. These resources enhance students' understanding of basic and clinical anatomy, optimising their laboratory time.
Classrooms
To promote face-to-face interaction between students and teachers, the classrooms have been transformed into team-based learning centres. This facilitates different teaching methods, including lecture-based formats, team-based learning, problem-based learning, and small group discussions. These approaches encourage student participation, leading to improved comprehension and enriched learning experiences.
Simulation Centre
The Simulation Centre at DMSF serves as a safe environment for students to develop their clinical, technical, and interpersonal skills. By engaging in hands-on encounters with simulated patients, students can gain practical experience without putting real patients at risk.
Mobile clinics
Mobile clinics are integrated into the medical curriculum, providing students with opportunities to apply their classroom learning to real-life clinical operations. This approach enhances their clinical and community skills while fostering ongoing partnerships between the academic institution and the community, with the shared goal of promoting healthy Filipino communities and quality lives.
Laboratory
During the preclinical years, clinical training establishes standards for patient history and physical examination. The Arts and Sciences of Medicine and Skills Laboratory Sessions serve as platforms for introducing essential skills and improving patient-physician communication. Evaluation of student learning is a collaborative effort between students and faculty, employing various strategies to assess progress and achievement.
Paperless examinations
By incorporating paperless examinations at the cognitive level, the examination cycle is shortened, and the safety and security of questions are improved. Virtual patients serve as valuable learning tools, complementing clinical training by evaluating students' clinical reasoning and decision-making abilities.
In conclusion, DMSF's Excellence in Instruction is driven by a dedicated team of faculty members who strive to provide a rich and diverse learning experience for students. Through the integration of innovative teaching methods and state-of-the-art facilities, DMSF offers a comprehensive medical education that prepares students for the challenges of the healthcare profession. If you are passionate about receiving quality medical education, we invite you to join us at DMSF and embark on a rewarding journey towards becoming a skilled and compassionate healthcare professional.