Year 2

Introduction to clinical skills element

In year two students have four clinical weeks spread through the academic year.  Each week focuses on a body system: cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal and neurological/whole person care.

University based primary care teaching is integrated with hospital medicine. General practice based primary care teaching takes place over four half days (Thursdays), spread through the year, each focusing on different body systems.

Aim

To develop students' clinical skills and knowledge in history taking, physical examination and communication.

Objectives

By the end of the GP attachment students will have:

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