The purpose of the development of medical education methods in the college of Medicine is predominantly to graduate excellent physicians in order to help and service in hospital and community services. For this purpose, it is useful to observe and analyze how medical education system is carried out in the college of medicine at the University of Zakho. Integrated health system is therefore one of the important key for medical education because basic medical sciences learning within the context of clinical and professional practice and is thought by students to be more meaningful and applicable.
Objectives:
1. Developing mechanisms to encourage academic staff of the college to contribute fully to develop integrated curriculum and up-to-date with all that is new in medicine.
2. Changing the idea of classical teaching method into a comprehensive learning process.
3. Developing students’ independent study skills for life-long learning processes.
4. Providing very early clinical experience and community training.
5. Preparing medical students to study and practice the medical for the duration of their lives very professionally.
6. Regularly checking the learning and teaching process, taking feedback from student and then modify accordingly.
7. Improving the student assessment system towards clinical problem solving and questions that motivate the critical thinking of students.
8. Changing the way of learning from teacher centered to student centered learning by allowing students to share idea with other students in the small group session.
Vision:
The Doctor as a Practitioner Conduct thorough patient consultations, including history-taking, physical examination, and mental health assessments. 6 Diagnose and manage clinical presentations through evidence-based decision-making and collaborative care. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues across diverse settings and circumstances. Provide immediate and appropriate care in medical emergencies, including basic life support and acute intervention. Safely prescribe medications, perform practical procedures, and utilize medical information systems.
Mission:
Our graduates emerge with a deep understanding of medical science and practical skills necessary for compassionate patient care. We also equip them for postgraduate medical education, including higher diplomas, medical board examinations, and advanced degrees such as Master of Science (MSc) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs. We are committed to life-long learning, ensuring our graduates remain responsive to changes in medical practice and advancements in healthcare technology. Through ongoing professional development, including continuing medical education (CME) and other recognized initiatives, our graduates provide high-quality care throughout their careers. In addition to academic and clinical proficiency, we prioritize medical research to advance healthcare. We promote research initiatives among students and faculty, contributing to medical knowledge and innovative solutions
Address
University of Zakho
College of Medicine
Department of Medical Education Development
Zakho International Road, Duhok, Kurdistan Region-Iraq, P. O. Box 12
Phone1: +964 xxx xxxxxxx
Fax:
E-Mail: medical.dept@uoz.edu.krd
Website:
| Name | Department | Title | Position | |
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| Hanan Abdulqader Abdullah | Department of Medical Education Development | Lecturer | ||
| Lina Yousif Mohammed | Department of Medical Education Development | Lecturer | ||
| Ahmad Hamdy Ibrahim | Department of Medical Education Development | Lecturer | ||
| Fawzi Adil Issa | Department of Medical Education Development | Lecturer |
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College of Medicine
Duhok, Kurdistan Region
Zakho International Road, Iraq
