Phase 3 - Integrations and Transitions

MSEC8000 Transition to Phase 3 Module

Phase 3/1 Week/Credits: 1

This week-long course is designed to prepare medical students for Phase 3, where they will focus on residency preparation by pursuing their individual passions and readiness through a more personalized educational experience. The Transition to Phase 3 module systematically develops students' abilities in advanced clinical skills, professional development, and scholarly activities. Through interactive workshops, advanced clinical rotations (acting internships), and reflective practice, students will cultivate the core competencies required for residency and beyond. The module emphasizes the importance of professionalism, patient-centered communication, and scholarly excellence, ensuring students are well-prepared for the demands of residency training.

MSEC8001 Chronic Care Clerkship

Phase 3/8 weeks/Credits: 8

This clerkship is designed to provide medical students with comprehensive clinical rotations focusing on health maintenance and disease prevention, following the completion of their acute care core clinical clerkships. The Chronic Care Clerkship systematically develops students' abilities in patient assessment, history taking, physical examination, communication, and ethical decision-making, with an emphasis on managing chronic conditions. Through interactive workshops, clinical rotations, and reflective practice, students will cultivate the core competencies necessary for chronic disease management. The module emphasizes the importance of professionalism, patient-centered communication, interprofessional teamwork, and patient education, preparing students for their subsequent clinical practice and fostering a lifelong commitment to excellence in medicine.

MSEC8007 Transition to Residency Module

Phase 3/4 Weeks/Credits:4

The Transition to Residency module is a comprehensive, two-week program designed to equip final-year medical students with the advanced knowledge, skills, and professional attitudes required for a successful transition from medical school to residency. This module focuses on refining clinical skills, enhancing communication and leadership abilities, preparing for the residency application process, and fostering professional development. Through a series of interactive workshops, simulations, and reflective sessions, students will be well-prepared to meet the demands of residency training and excel in their future medical careers.

MSEC8015 PEAKS III

Phase 3/1 Week/Credits: 1

The Periodic Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (PEAKS) modules are designed as capstone assessments at the end of each of the three phases of the medical curriculum. These assessments evaluate students' mastery of the knowledge, attitudes, and skills acquired throughout each phase, ensuring readiness to progress confidently through their medical education and into their future roles as competent and compassionate physicians. PEAKS modules are structured to reflect the specific learning goals of each phase: foundational sciences and basic clinical skills in Phase 1 (Pre-Clerkship Phase), core clinical clerkships in Phase 2 (Clerkship Phase), and advanced clinical practice and residency preparation in Phase 3 (Integration and Transitions Phase).

MSEC7008 Area of Concentration

Phase 3/4 Weeks/Credits:4

The Area of Concentration 4-week module designed to provide final-year medical students with the opportunity to complete their scholarly graduation requirement. During this module, students will focus entirely on their chosen area of concentration, conducting research, completing their scholarly projects, and preparing for their final presentations. There are no didactic sessions; the emphasis is on independent work, with grading based on the submission and presentation of their scholarly project.

Acting Internship in one of the following areas:

MSEC8002 Acting Internship in Medicine

Phase 3/4 Weeks/Credits:4

During this four-week acting internship, students will step into the role of an internal medicine intern, handling patient care responsibilities with increasing autonomy. They will deepen their understanding of diagnostic evaluation and management plans while refining their skills in clinical reasoning, interprofessional collaboration, and evidence-based medicine. This rotation will be pivotal in bridging the gap between theory and practice, providing real-world experience in a supervised setting.

MSEC8003 Acting Internship in Pediatrics

Phase 3/4 Weeks/Credits:4

This immersive four-week experience is designed for students to function at the intern level within a pediatric setting. It will emphasize the nuances of developmental milestones, pediatric disease patterns, and family-centered care. Students will enhance their skills in patient management, from neonates to adolescents, ensuring they will be prepared to address the unique challenges of child health care.

MSEC8004 Acting Internship in Emergency Medicine

Phase 3/4 Weeks/Credits:4

In this dynamic and fast-paced environment, students will experience the breadth of emergency medicine over four weeks. They will learn to stabilize and manage a diverse array of acute conditions, prioritizing care under pressure. Critical thinking and rapid decision-making skills will be honed, simulating the real-life intensity and unpredictability of an emergency department.

MSEC8005 Acting Internship in General Surgery

Phase 3/4 Weeks/Credits:4

This intensive four-week rotation immerses students in the fundamental aspects of general surgery. They will participate in pre-operative and post-operative care and will be actively involved in the operative setting. The experience is designed to enhance their surgical skills, understanding of pathophysiology, and ability to perform under the unique rigors of the surgical suite.

MSEC8006 Acting Internship in Surgical Subspecialties

Phase 3/4 Weeks/Credits:4

Tailored to students with a specific interest in surgical subspecialties, this four-week internship will offer exposure to specialized surgical fields such as orthopedics, ENT, vascular surgery, plastics, urology, or neurosurgery. Students will refine their technical skills, grasp complex surgical concepts, and collaborate closely with surgical teams, gaining insight into the intricate world of subspecialty surgery.