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Patient Care

Residents must be able to provide patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health. Residents are expected to:

[as furtther specified by the RC]

 
Key Components
  • Gather accurate and relevant information using the following skills:
    • medical interviewing
    • physical examination
    • appropriate diagnostic work-up
    • access and use of information technology
  • Synthesize and apply information in the clinical setting by:
    • making informed recommendations about preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic options
      • and interventions that are based on clinical judgment, scientific evidence and patient preferences
    • prescribing, performing, and interpreting medical procedures relevant to the practice of the specialty
  • Partner in a way with patients that fosters:
    • assessment and provision of continuum of care needs
    • counseling and education of patients and families
    • prevention of health problems and health maintenance

      [as further specified by the RC]

 
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