Introduction

Obstetrics and Gynaecology Module 2015/2016

Dr. Abdelrahim Awadelkarim

Introduction Objectives of the lecture:

Definitions.

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF THE COURSE.

Teaching strategies during this course.

Course Learning Outcomes.

ASSESSMENT.

The Course References.

Welcome to the “new obstetrics and

gynaecology” module.

This is a relatively new comprehensive

module.

Definition• obstetrics is the specialty of medicine’s

contact with pregnant woman. Obstetrics (from the Latin obstare, "to stand by") is the surgical specialty dealing with the care of women and their children preconception , during pregnancy (prenatal period), childbirth and the postnatal period. It demands set of fundamental principles and definitive professional responsibilities.

Definition

• Gynecology is the medical practice

dealing with the health of the female

reproductive system (uterus, vagina,

and ovaries as well as related pelvic

structures). Literally, outside medicine,

it means "the science of women".

• Obstetrics and gynaecology responsibilities

are in commitment to lifelong learning and

professional competence, honesty,

maintaining confidentiality, appropriate

relationships with patients and colleagues.

• Over this period, students will be equipped to

expand their clinical skills through the

acquisition of knowledge.

THE OBSTETRIC AND GYNAECOLOGY COURSE OVERALL OBJECTIVE

1. Knowledge Graduate should have sufficient knowledge and

understanding of: a. The relevant anatomy, function and development of

the female genital tract and the interaction between genital system and other body systems.

b. The normal physiology of, puberty, onset of menstruation, and menopause.

c. The normal pregnancy and childbirth, the principles of antenatal and postnatal care.

d. The normal physiology of the fetus and placenta

1.Knowledge (cont.)

e. The aetiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, natural history and prognosis of common pregnancy related complications affecting women, particular those which pose acute danger to function, life or the community.

f. Common diagnostic tests and procedures, used in obstetrics and gynaecology its application, limitations and costs.

g. The management of common medical and surgical conditions in pregnancy.

Con.h. The management of common medical and

surgical conditions affecting non-pregnant women.

i. The principles of health education and disease prevention in the care of women at different stages of their lives.

j. The principles and ethics related to woman health care and the responsibilities of the obstetrician and gynaecologist

Con.2. Skills Graduate should acquire the skills of :a. Take a tactful, accurate and organized medical

history .b. Perform a gentle and accurate physical examination. c. Integrate history and physical examination to reach a

provisional diagnosis or appropriate differential diagnosis.

d. Select the most appropriate and cost effective diagnostic procedures.

e. Formulate a management plan.

Skills (Cont.)f. Counsel patients and families clearly regarding

diagnostic and therapeutic procedures before eliciting consent.

g. Perform common life-saving procedures .h. Know how to perform office procedures .i. Use information resources to obtain further

knowledge and interpret medical evidence critically and scientifically .

j. Communicate clearly and considerately with other health professionals .

Con.3. Attitudes Graduate should have the attitude of a. Respect for every woman being and abide by

ethical principles. b. Cultivate a desire to ease pain and suffering

including psychological pain. c. Willingness to work in a team with other health

professionals. d. Responsibility to develop and maintain life-long

learning attitude. e. Cultivate a professional and ethical attitude in

patient management.

Course Learning Outcomes Knowledge: :

Discuss etiology, mechanisms, morphology and effects of diseases

and their clinical significance.

Explain principles of various basic medical and surgical modalities

and measures in the management of diseases and patient care.

Recognize the life cycle and effects of growth, development, and

aging upon the individual, family and community. 

Course Learning Outcomes

Cognitive Skills :

Comprehend and evaluate new information, concepts, and

evidence.

 Establish diagnoses and therapies using sound clinical

judgments.

Interpersonal Skills & Responsibility:

Take care of individual patient care keeping the cultures and

customs of the community.

Course Learning Outcomes

Communication, Information Technology and

Numerical skills:

Provide patients with appropriate information about their

medicines that improve safety and effectiveness .

 

 Use of log books and portfolios.

  

 

 

 

Course Learning Outcomes

Psychomotor skills : Apply sensory cues in motor activities .

  Show skillful performance of motor activities .

   Perform high levels of motor skills .

  Practice general and system based physical

examination of patient and record observations .

Teaching stratigies during this course

1) Theoretical (lectures,tutorial,PBL)

2) Skill lab.

3) Bedside teaching.

4) Afternoon hospital activities.

The Course References• Ten Teachers Obstetrics 19th ed.• Ten Teachers Gynecology 19th ed.• Hacker/ Moore: Essentials of Obstetrics and

Gynecology 5th ed.• William’s Obstetrics F. Cunninghm, Kenneth Leveno,

Steven Bloom, John Hauth, Larry Glistrap and Katharine Wenstorm 23d ed.

• William’s gynaecology F. Cunninghm, Kenneth Leveno, Steven Bloom, John Hauth, Larry Glistrap and Katharine Wenstorm

The course references (cont.)• To use the resources of the medical library

faculty of medicine UoH and recognized web sites

• www.emedicine.com• www.studentconsult.com• www.uptodate.com• www.scog.com• www.rcog.org.com

ASSESSMENT • In this Course your performance will be assessed according

to the following:• Midterm written (45 MCQS) 15 Marks• Midterm OSCE (20 station) 10 Marks• Final written (60 MCQS) 20 Marks• Final OSCE (20 station) 15 Marks• Clinical examination 30 Marks• Attendance & Log book 10 Marks

Total = 100 Marks

INSTRUCTIONS1. Confine to the hospital and departments

rules.2. Refrain from performing any

unsupervised/unauthorized procedures.3. Record the results of all interactions with

patients in a manner laid down by the supervisor.

4. Report immediately to the supervisor any change in patient demeanor or health that occurs while the supervisor is not in the room.

INSTRUCTIONS (Cont.) 5. Refrain from any clinical contact when she

could potentially be impaired by drugs or disease

6. Refrain from any contact with a patient in the absence of a third person

7. Abide by the standard of ethical behavior.8. Student is expected to conform to the dress

code and dress in a professional manner. At all times student should wear his/her UNIVERSITY CARD and WHITE COAT