Last updated on 27 April 2024, 09.40 am

EMERGENCY MEDICINE

General Introduction: The Department of Emergency Medicine at the undergraduate level is a dynamic and essential component of medical education, focusing on the immediate and comprehensive care of patients in acute medical situations. Grounded in the principles of emergency medical care, the department plays a pivotal role in shaping students' understanding of rapid assessment, critical decision-making, and timely interventions in emergency situations.

Department Vision:
To be a center of excellence in undergraduate emergency medicine education, producing healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices in emergency care. The department envisions its graduates as skilled emergency practitioners capable of providing efficient and compassionate care in high-stakes situations.
Department Mission:

  1. Educational Excellence:
    • Deliver a robust curriculum covering the breadth of emergency medicine, including trauma care, resuscitation, critical care, and procedures.
  2. Simulation Training:
    • Provide realistic simulation training to enhance students' skills in managing various emergency scenarios, ensuring hands-on experience in a controlled environment.
  3. Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
    • Emphasize the importance of collaboration with other healthcare professionals, recognizing the team-based approach in emergency care.

Department Core Values:

  1. Patient-Centered Care:
    • Instill a commitment to patient-centered care, emphasizing empathy, communication skills, and cultural sensitivity in the evaluation and management of emergency cases.
  2. Efficiency:
    • Uphold the highest standards of efficiency and timeliness in emergency care, recognizing the critical importance of rapid assessment and intervention.
  3. Ethical Practice:
    • Foster ethical conduct in emergency situations, ensuring that students make decisions guided by the principles of beneficence and non-maleficence.
  4. Continuous Learning:
    • Encourage a culture of continuous learning, ensuring that students stay updated with advancements in emergency medicine and evidence-based practices.