3 ECTS credits
85 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 6014512FNR for all students in the 1st and 2nd semester at a (F) Master - specialised level.
Critical analysis of scientific studies and publications with special attention to the specific situation of elderly patients with pathology and polymedication.
Analysis of the added value and limitations of classic EBM (Evidence-Based Medicine).
Specific attention for structured data collection and use of large (observational) databases.
WORKING FORMS
Active presentation during the seminars: (at least 1 x / year) organized at the geriatrics department.
Active presentation at a conference: (at least 1 x / 3 years) in collaboration with staff members of geriatrics and / or department of gerontology.
Active participation in clinical studies with learning of study protocols, recruitment of study patients, informed consent procedure, strict follow-up of specific parameters, detection and reporting of possible side effects of study medication, communication with clinical research organizations (CROs). Regular training for good clinical practice (GCP).
Publication of case report, systematic review or own study results in collaboration with the gerontology department.
Elaborate own research protocol with CME application with a view of master's thesis.
OLR 7: Is able to critically interpret, analyze and correctly and clearly report the offered scientific knowledge (W)
OLR 3: Has further developed the problem-solving capacity and applies it in practice (M, W)
OLR 9: Can participate in clinical scientific research (W)
OLR 12: Maintains a critical, scientific attitude (W)
OLR 17: Continuously develops and improves own skills (M)
OLR 10: Based on scientific knowledge obtained through clinical scientific research (W)
OLR 1: Has acquired in-depth medical knowledge and insight in the specialism (M, W)
OLR 19: Meets the general and specific final objectives, specific to the specialism, concerning diagnostics and syndromes / disorders (M, W)
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Other Exam determines 100% of the final mark.
Within the Other Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
“Scientific presentation” form in MedBook (at least 1 x / year)
• portfolio with performance interviews and evaluation interview at the end of the expert plus level (100%)
PASS / FAIL
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Master of Specialist Medicine: Geriatrics (only offered in Dutch)