Teaching Physiology in integrated basic medical sciences– sharing experiences from Nepal
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Physiology is the basis of the medical profession. Clear understanding of the mechanisms of the body functions always requires a high level of integration, apart from a descriptive approach. I worked as Professor in the Manipal College of Medical Sciences (MCOMS), Pokhara in the year 2009 -2010. Although my stay in Nepal was relatively short period, but the medical education system in Nepal influenced me. In Nepal, a traditional way of teaching pattern which is lecture-based, teacher-centered, discipline-based, examination-driven, and hospital-oriented is followed. Basic sciences and clinical sciences are the two main part of the medical curriculum in Nepal. The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree is a four and half year’s program, which is followed by one year internship. A large number of new medical colleges are coming up under Nepal Medical Council guidelines. There is a growing demand of Physicians in Nepal.
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