Internal – Family Medicine

Patient Care

IM-3301: Gather an accurate, organized, hypothesis-driven history and perform technically correct physical exams and procedures on adult patients in internal and family medicine settings using necessary supplementary sources (family, health records) and taking into consideration patient comfort. (PC1 & PC2)

IM-3302: Generate a comprehensive list of potential diagnoses, apply clinical reasoning to prioritize differential diagnoses and communicate patient information clearly and concisely in oral presentations for acute/chronic care and continuity of care of adult patients in the internal and family medicine settings. (PC3)

IM-3303: Write patient notes that reflect critical thinking and a personalized approach to care and ensure documentation meets legal and ethical standards, showcasing independent clinical judgment for acute/chronic care and continuity of care of adult patients in the internal and family medicine settings. (PC4)

IM-3304: Analyze medical histories and clinical presentations of adult patients with complex disease profiles and evaluate laboratory and imaging results to inform clinical decision-making for acute/chronic/preventive care and continuity of care of adult patients in the internal and family medicine settings. (PC5)

IM-3305: Assess the necessity of preventive and diagnostic tests/ procedures based on clinical guidelines and compare the costs and benefits of different diagnostic and therapeutic options for acute/chronic care and continuity of care of adult patients in the internal and family medicine settings. (PC6)

IM-3306: Develop a basic diagnostic, health maintenance, and/or treatment plan and patient education strategies based on established guidelines for adult patients in internal and family medicine settings (PC7)

IM-3307: Observe, assist, or perform procedures common in internal and family medicine settings with an understanding of the appropriate indications and risks or benefits as detailed in required clinical experiences for the internal and family medicine clerkship, using the correct technique. (PC8)

Knowledge for Practice

IM-3308: Apply a systematic clinical reasoning process, supported by clinical decision tools, to accurately diagnose common conditions (see required clinical experiences). (KP1 & KP4)

IM-3309: Demonstrate understanding of pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria, management, and prevention of common conditions (see required clinical experiences). (KP2)

Interpersonal Communication Skills 

IM-3310: Engage in respectful dialogue with peers, faculty and patients to share insights and seek guidance. Participate in multidisciplinary team discussions to incorporate diverse perspectives and appropriate audience language. (ICS1)

IM-3311: Demonstrate effective patient and family communication by eliciting their concerns, needs, and preferences and incorporating them in the management plans through shared decision making. (ICS2)

IM-3312: Use active listening techniques to ensure patient concerns are fully understood and invite patients and their families to express their concerns during consultations to develop effective therapeutic relationships. (ICS3)

Professionalism

IM-3313: Demonstrate respectful and empathetic interactions, demonstrating accountability and dependability with diverse populations, regardless of the nature of the presenting problems, personal characteristics, or cultural background of the patients in internal and family medicine settings. (PROF1 & PROF2)

IM-3314: Demonstrate ethical behavior and learning about and complying with relevant laws, policies, and regulations for the care of patients in this clinical setting (PROF4)

IM-3315: Incorporate an understanding of the impact of healthcare disparities into the care of adult patients in the internal and family medicine setting. (PROF5)

System-based Practice

IM-3316: Participate in patient hand-offs, discharge planning, patient-related correspondence, and involvement of consultants in internal and family medicine settings. (SBP1)

IM-3317: Observe and/or participate in systematic approaches to promote continuous quality improvement and safe patient care delivery in internal and family medicine care settings. (SBP2 & 3)

Practice-based Learning and Improvement 

IM-3318: Proactively seek feedback on own performance and conduct accurate self-assessments for continuous learning and improving patient care in the internal and family medicine settings. (PBL1 & PBL3)

IM-3319: Engage in locating, critically appraising, and assimilating medical evidence from a variety of sources to contribute to the care of patients in this clinical setting. (PBL2)

Personal and Professional Development 

IM-3320: Utilize self-regulation to advance knowledge, skills, and dispositions to meet personal and professional goals and responsibilities during internal and family medicine clerkship.(PPD1)

Interprofessional Collaboration 

IM-3321: Demonstrate effective communication with peers and other health care professionals in a responsive and responsible manner that supports a collaborative approach to patient care. (IPC1)

IM-3322: Demonstrate respect for the expertise of, and work effectively with, other members of the health care team. (IPC3)