Scientific Foundation of Medicine

The graduate must possess the knowledge required for the solidscientific foundation of medicine and be able to apply this knowledge to solve medical problems. The graduate must understand the principles underlying medical decisions and actions, and be able to adapt to change with time and the context of his/her practice. In order to achieve these outcomes, the graduate must demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of:

• the normal structure and function of the body as a complex of adaptive biological system;
  
  
• abnormalities in body structure and function which occur in diseases;
  
  
• the normal and abnormal human behavior;
  
  
• important determinants and risk factors of health and illnesses and of interaction between man and his physical and social environment;
  
  
• the molecular, cellular, biochemical and physiological mechanisms that maintain the body's homeostasis;
  
  
• the human life cycle and effects of growth, development and aging upon the individual, family and community;
  
  
• the etiology and natural history of acute illnesses and chronic diseases;
  
  
• epidemiology, health economics and health management;
  
  
• the principles of drug action and it use, and efficacy of varies therapies;
  
  
• relevant biochemical, pharmacological, surgical, psychological, social and other interventions in acute and chronic illness, in rehabilitation, and end-of-life care.