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# Anatomy

### <mark style="color:blue;">Module Description</mark>

This foundational module offers a comprehensive exploration of the human body's structure, from the microscopic to the macroscopic level. Through detailed study of anatomical regions, organ systems, and the developmental processes that lead to their formation, students will gain a profound understanding of the body's architecture and its functional implications. Incorporating hands-on dissection and clinical case studies, the module aims to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and its practical application in medicine. This foundational understanding is critical for diagnosing diseases, performing clinical procedures, and appreciating the intricate relationships that sustain human health and function.

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### <mark style="color:blue;">**Module Goals**</mark>&#x20;

* To provide a comprehensive understanding of the human body's anatomical structures and their functional significance.&#x20;
* To elucidate the embryological development of the human body, connecting developmental mechanisms with the anatomical variations observed in adults.&#x20;
* To develop a foundation for applying anatomical knowledge to clinical scenarios, facilitating the diagnosis and treatment of human diseases.&#x20;

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### <mark style="color:blue;">**Module Learning Objectives**</mark>

By the end of this module, students will:&#x20;

| **Module Learning Objective**                                                                                                                                                                    | **Medical Education Program Objective**                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     |
| ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Identify and describe the major anatomical structures of the human body, including organs, systems, and regions, and explain their functional relevance in both healthy and pathological states. | <p>Knowledge for Practice <br>8. Apply knowledge of the biomedical sciences to care for patients.   </p>                                                                                                                                                                                                    |
| Outline the key phases of early human development, highlighting the embryological development of major organs.                                                                                   | <p>Knowledge for Practice <br>8. Apply knowledge of the biomedical sciences to care for patients.   </p><p> </p>                                                                                                                                                                                            |
| <p>Apply knowledge of anatomy to elucidate the underlying mechanisms of clinical signs, symptoms, and treatment approaches. </p><p> </p>                                                         | <p>Knowledge for Practice <br>8. Apply knowledge of the biomedical sciences to care for patients.   </p><p>9. Apply established and emerging principles of clinical sciences to diagnostic and therapeutic decision-making, clinical problem-solving, and other aspects of evidence-based health care. </p> |
| Utilize understanding of anatomical structures and their interrelationships to analyze clinical cases and conditions.                                                                            | <p>Knowledge for Practice <br>8. Apply knowledge of the biomedical sciences to care for patients.   </p><p>9. Apply established and emerging principles of clinical sciences to diagnostic and therapeutic decision-making, clinical problem-solving, and other aspects of evidence-based health care. </p> |
| Engage actively with peers in dissection and presentations to enhance team-based learning and understanding.                                                                                     | <p>Professionalism </p><p>16. Exhibit the behaviors of honesty, integrity, and respect in interactions with peers, staff, faculty, and patients. </p><p> <br>Interpersonal and Communication Skills </p><p>21. Maintain comprehensive, timely medical records. </p>                                         |


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