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Master of Clinical Tropical Medicine Program (International Program) |
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Full name |
Master of Clinical Tropical Medicine |
Abbreviation |
M.C.T.M. |
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Department of Clinical Tropical Medicine, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University |
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Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University |
Philosophy and Objectives |
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Philosophy of the Program
The program emphasizes on producing medical graduates with an in-depth knowledge of tropical medicine to manage and provide consultation on common health problems and diseases in the tropics which is in accordance with the education developmental plan. |
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Objectives of the Program
By the end of this program, students should be able to |
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Gain knowledge in tropical and endemic diseases in the tropics including epidemiology, etiology, risk factors, prognostic factors, pathogenesis, pathology, and clinical manifestations. |
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Have competency to manage common health problems and diseases in the tropic including diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control. |
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Have competency to plan and conduct clinical research to expand clinical knowledge on tropical and endemic diseases. Afterwards, students will be able to conduct research efficiently and effectively, to improve the health status of people in their own countries. |
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Use information technology to acquire and update knowledge for continuing medical education related to tropical diseases. |
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Be consultants and transfer their knowledge of tropical diseases to other health personnel. |
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Possess responsibility, integrity, good morals and devotion to the community. |
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