DEPARTMENT OF Neurology
DEGREE: Doctorate (MD) in Neurology
Programme Specification
2012/2015
Date: 3/12
A-Basic Information
1- Programme Title: Doctorate (MD) in Neurology (NUMD).
2- Final Award: □ MD degree in Neurology.
3- Programme type: Single Double Multiple
4-Responsible Departments:
1-Neurology department.
2- Physiology department.
3- Pathology department.
4- Public health department.
5- programme duration: 3 academic years
6- Number Programme courses: 6 courses
{Pre-requisite courses in:1-statistics methodology for MD students (NUMD0 1), 2-Computer and internet application in medicine (NUMD0 2), Physiology (NUMD0 3), Pathology (NUMD0 4) and Neurology (NUMD0 5) & (NUMD06)}
7-Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Sawsan Abdel Aziz
8-External evaluators: Prof .Dr/ Ahmed Osama, Suez Canal University.
9-Last date of programme specifications approval: 30/4/2012 مجلس قسم رقم (261) فى
10- Programme management team:
Prof. Dr. Abdella El-Mamoun Sarhan
Prof. Dr. Sawsan Abdel Aziz
Prof. Dr. Alaa Abdel Ghani
B-Professional Information:
1-Programme aims:
The aim of this programme is to build the competencies of the candidate to make neurologist quantified as a specialist in the field of neurology to make a proper diagnosis of different neurological conditions on the basis of adequate history taking, physical examination and interpretation of relevant supportive investigations, deal with acute medical neurological emergencies safely and efficiently, and perceive and integrate progress in neurological knowledge and technology. In addition, the candidate will have a wide vision about development of new methods and tools to analyze and criticize any research scientifically , and to use different technological methods which add to his/her Professional applications.2- Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs):
By the end of the MD programme in Neurology the candidate will be able to:
A- Knowledge and Understanding
KU1. Outline the anatomy of central nervous system, including brain and spinal cord, as well peripheral nervous system including muscle and nerve.
KU2. Explain physiology and functions of central and peripheral nervous system.
KU3. Discuss the pathology of diseases of central and peripheral nervous stem and define the immunological basis of these diseases.
KU4. Clarify proper etiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnosis, complications and treatments of common and life-threatening neurological illnesses.
KU5. Demonstrate the systemic diseases and general medicine and their impaction on the nervous system.
KU6. Discuss indications, contraindications, risks and significance of different tools of investigations, either invasive or non-invasive.
KU7. Identify rehabilitation of neurological and musculoskeletal disorders, as well as spasticity, and disability.
KU8. Apply ethics and legal implication for the professional practices in Neurology.
KU9. Apply the basics and ethics of scientific research.
KU10. Realize the effects of his professional practices on the environment and ways of the development and maintenance of the environment
B: Intellectual Skills
IS1. Analyze and evaluate the knowledge in neurology to solve medical problems.
IS2. Develop the clinical skills of eliciting abnormal physical signs and recognize the data obtained from the patients to manage such cases appropriately.
IS3. Integrate the patient's history and abnormal physical signs and investigation into a comprehensive differential diagnosis and apply the proper therapy.
IS4. Correlate between clinical manifestations and pathological changes at macroscopic and microscopic levels in terms of disease processes.
IS5. Perform scientific research/ thesis about a scientific problem.
IS6. Write scientific papers.
IS7. Identify adequate logistics of further patient assessment and management for follow up and secondary prevention.
IS8. Retrieve, analyze, and evaluate relevant and current data from literature, using information technologies and library resources, in order to help solve a clinical problem based on evidence (EBM).
C- Professional/practical skills
PS1. Obtain accurate history from the patient, and perform general and local examination appropriately.
PS2. Observe and notice patients to obtain a diagnosis at glance before examination.
PS3 Write & evaluate professional reports of different tools of investigations; such as; EEG, EMG, X-ray, CT and MRI.
PS4. Apply the understanding of and the ability to access and utilize the resources, providers, and systems necessary to provide optimal care.
PS5. Collaborate with other members of the health care team to deal effectively with complex systems and to improve systematic process of care of patients.
PS6. Use technology to serve the professional practices.
PS7. Share in scientific activities in the department: seminars-group discussion-journal club- and conferences.
PS8. Honor and respect patients and their relatives, superiors, colleagues and any other member of the health profession.
PS9. Manage the family and psychosocial issues that accompany the long-term care of patients with debilitating neurologic conditions.
D- General &Transferable skills
GS1. Develop & make database search in the library & internet.
GS2. Engage in progress in medical knowledge and technology, post-graduate, researches studies and lifelong learning.
GS3. Use information and communication technology effectively.
GS4. Solve problems related to work management and among colleagues.
GS5. Evaluate him/herself and assess the personal educational needs.
GS6. Communicate effectively with individuals regardless of their social, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, or their disabilities.
GS7. Work in a team and lead teams in different professional situation.
GS8. Learn by self and in a continuous manner.
GS9. Use different resources to gain knowledge and information.
GS10. Manage seminars in addition to the effective time management.
GS11. Learn and evaluate others.
3. Academic standards:
3a. Generic standards of postgraduate programmes prepared by National Authority of Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE).
المعاييرالقياسية العامة لبرامج الدراسات العليا التي أعدتها الهيئة القومية لضمان جودة التعليم والاعتماد (2009) فبراير
3b. External reference (Benchmark) (attached): Doctoate (MD) degree in Neurology Programme of University of Maryland school of Medicine.
3c. Matrices:
1- Comparison between the intended learning outcomes (ILOs) of the Faculty of Medicine Zagazig university MD in Neurology programme and that of the Generic Academic standards of postgraduate programme prepared by National Authority of Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education.
Generic Academic standards of MD programmeالمعايير العامة لبرامج الدراسات العليا(برامج الدكتوراة) / Comparable ILOs in the MD in Medical Physiology programme / Remarks
-1 المعرفة و الفهم
أ- النظريات و الأساسيات والحديث من المعارف فى مجال التخصص وكذا في المجالات ذات العلاقة
ب- المبادئ الأخلاقية و القانونية للممارسة المهنية في مجال التخصص.
ت- مبادئ و أساسيات الجودة في الممارسات المهنية في مجال التخصص.
ث- أساسيات و أخلاقيات البحث العلمي وأدواته المختلفة
ج- المعارف المتعلقة بآثار ممارسته المهنية على البيئة وطرق تنمية البيئة وصيانتها / KU1 to KU10 / 100 % is fulfilled
المهارات الذهنية
أ- تحليل و تقييم المعلومات في مجال التخصص والقياس عليها والإسباط منها.
ب- حل المشاكل المتخصصة استنادا على المعطيات المتاحة
ت- الربط بين المعارف المختلفة لحل المشاكل المهنية.
ث- اجراء دراسة بحثية تضف إلى المعارف.
ج- تقييم المخاطر في الممارسات المهنية في مجال التخصص.
ح- التخطيط لتطوير الأداء في مجال التخصص.
خ- أتخاذ القرارات المهنية في سياقات مهنية متنوعة.
د- صياغة أوراق علمية
ذ- الإبتكار والإبداع.
ر- الحوار والنقاش المبنى على البراهين والأدلة. / IS1- IS8 / 100% is fulfilled
المهارات المهنية
أ- اتقان المهارات المهنية الأساسية و الحديثة في مجال التخصص.
ب- كتابة و تقييم التقارير المهنية.
ت- تقييم وتطوير الطرق والأدوات القائمة في مجال التخصص
ج-إستخدام الوسائل التكنولوجية بما يخدم الممارسة المهنية.
ح- التخطيط لتطور الممارسة المهنية وتنمية آداء الآخرين. / PS1 to PS9 / 100% is fulfilled
المهارات العامة و المتنقلة
أ- التواصل الفعال بأنواعه المختلفة
ب- استخدام تكنولوجيا المعلومات بما يخدم الممارسة المهنية.
ت- التقييم الذاتي والمستمر
ث- استخدام المصادر المختلفة للحصول علي المعلومات والمعارف.
ج- تعلييم الآخرين وتقييم آداءهم.
ح- العمل في فريق و قيادة فرق في سياقات مهنية مختلفة.
خ- إدارة اللقاءات العلمية والوقت بكفاءة.
د- التعلم الذاتي و المستمر. / GS1 to GS11 / 100% is fulfilled
2- Comparison between the ILOs of the MD programme in Neurology, Faculty of medicine-Zagazig university and ILOs of Neurology MD Programme of University of Maryland school of Medicine.
ILOs in MD of Neurology Programme of University of Maryland school of Medicine. / ILOs in MD of Neurology programme Faculty of Medicine Zagazig University / Approximate achievable ILOsI-Intellectual, Conceptual, Integrative and Quantitative Abilities
1- A student must be able to identify significant findings from history, physical examination and laboratory data, to provide a reasoned explanation for likely diagnoses, and prescribe appropriate medications and therapy. 2- The ability to incorporate new information from peers, teachers, and the medical literature in formulating diagnoses and plans is essential. 3- Good judgment in patient assessment and in diagnostic and therapeutic planning is essential; and retains and recalls information in an efficient and timely manner. 4- Problem solving, the critical skill demanded of physicians, requires all of the intellectual abilities (measurement, calculation, reasoning, analysis and synthesis) and often must be performed quickly, especially in emergency situations. 5- A student must be able to identify and communicate their knowledge to others when appropriate. / KU4, KU5, KU6, IS1, IS2, IS3, IS4, PS1 / 100% is fulfilledII- Communication
1 1- A student must be able to speak intelligibly, to hear adequately, and to observe closely patients in order to elicit and transmit information. 2- A student must be able to communicate; not only speech, but also reading and writing; effectively and sensitively with patients. 3- The student must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in oral and written English with all members of the health care team. 4- A student must possess reading skills at a level sufficient to accomplish curricular requirements and provide clinical care for patients. 5- The student must be capable of completing appropriate medical records and documents and plans according to protocol. / GS2, GS3, GS6, / 80% is fulfilledIII- Behavioral and Social Attributes
1- The student must possess the emotional health required for full use of their intellectual abilities, the exercise of good judgement and the prompt completion of all responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis and care of patients. 2- The student must exhibit the development of mature, sensitive and effective relationships with patients, colleagues, clinical and administrative staff, and all others with whom the student interacts in the professional or academic setting, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age or other attributes or affiliations that may differ from those of the student. 3- The student must be able to adapt to changing environments, to display flexibility and to learn to function in the face of uncertainties inherent in the clinical problems of many patients. 4- A student is expected to accept appropriate suggestions and criticism and, if necessary, respond by modification of behavior. Empathy, integrity, concern for others, interpersonal skills, interest and motivation are all personal qualities that will be assessed during the admission and educational processes. / KU8, PS8, PS9, GS6 / 80% is fulfilledIV- Observation
1 1- The student must be able to observe demonstrations and participate in those experiments in the basic and clinical sciences determined essential by the respective faculties. 2- A student must be able to observe a patient accurately at a distance and at close hand, noting non-verbal as well as verbal signals. Observation necessitates the functional use of the sense of vision and other sensory modalities. / PS2 / 60% is fulfilledV- Sensory and Motor Coordination and Function
1- A student must have sufficient sensory and motor function to elicit information from patients by palpation, auscultation, percussion and other diagnostic maneuvers. 2- A student must be able to execute motor movements (coordination of both gross and fine muscular movements, equilibrium and functional use of the senses of touch and vision) reasonably required to provide general care and emergency treatment to patients 3- A student must have sufficient exteroceptive sense (touch, pain and temperature), sufficient proprioceptive sense (position, pressure, movement, stereognosis and vibratory) and sufficient motor function to permit them to carry out the activities described above. / GS5 / 70% is fulfilled3- Programme structure:
Course / units / Teaching hours / Weeks / Academic yearCA / 11 / 48 / 24 / 1st academic year
MS / 9 / 24 / 12 / 1st academic year
NUMD 0 1 / 7 / 24 / 12 / 1st academic year
NUMD02 / 7 / 24 / 12 / 1st academic year
NUMDO3 / 33 / 120 / 42 / 2nd academic year
MDTH / Thesis / 200(supervision) / 40 / 3rd academic year
Total / 460 / 142
4. Programme courses
No of weeks / No of hours / Title / Units / Code No.total / Practical / Theoretical
& seminars
2 / 4 / 1 / 3 / How to locate the proper source for health and medical information / 1 / CA
2 / 3 / 1 / 2 / How to decode URLs and identify file types / 2
2 / 5 / 2 / 3 / How to formulate an effective search statements / 3
2 / 5 / 2 / 3 / How to evaluate the internet information / 4
2 / 5 / 2 / 3 / Citing internet documents and avoiding plagiarism / 5
2 / 5 / 2 / 3 / Web 2.0 and social / collaborative internet tools / 6
4 / 5 / 2 / 3 / Using of Internet tools in Evidence-Based Medicine / 7
2 / 2 / 2 / Health on the net code of ethics / 8
2 / 4 / 2 / 2 / Using of Free online Journal Databases / 9
2 / 5 / 2 / 3 / Scope , uses, application of Pub-Med Medline database / 10
2 / 5 / 2 / 3 / Medical Wiki, Blogs, groups, multimedia, and Health 2.0 tools / 11
2 / 1 / 1 / 2 / Introduction to medical statistics / 1 / MS
2 / 2 / 2 / 4 / Types of research methodology / 2
1 / 1 / 1 / 2 / Population sampling / 3
1 / 2 / 2 / 4 / Types of data, presentation / 4
1 / 2 / 2 / 4 / Summarization of data / 5
1 / 1 / 1 / Normal distribution curve / 6
2 / 2 / 2 / 4 / Tests of significance / 7
1 / 1 / 1 / Types of errors, bias / 8
1 / 1 / 1 / 2 / Correlation, regression / 9
36 / 83 / 29 / 54 / Total
No of weeks / No of hours / Title / Units / Code No.
total / Practical / Theoretical
& seminars
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Cerebral cortex / 1 / NUMD0 1
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Cerebellum / 2
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Spinal cord & reflexes / 3
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Motor function / 4
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Sensation / 5
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Cerebral circulation / 6
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Basal Ganglia & limbic system / 7
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Receptors / 8
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Nerve excitability / 9
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Homeostasis / 10
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Factor regulating blood pressure / 11
1 / 2 / - / 2 / Acid-base disturbance / 12
12 / 24 / - / 24 / Total
No of weeks / No of hours / Title / Units / Code No.
total / Practical / Theoretical
& seminars
2 / 4 / - / 4 / Intracranial tumors / 1 / NUMD0 2