Family Practice Program - Kuwait Institute for Medical Specialization

1. Learning methods :
• Observing trainers and other experienced family practitioners.
• Supervised (Joint) consultations followed by unsupervised consultations
• Reflection on learning ( log book, reflective diaries).
• Problem case analysis and random case analysis.
• Video case analysis.
• Formal tutorials.
• Formal courses.
• One day study course (ODSC).
• Independent self-directed learning.
2. Formal courses during the Family Practice Training Programme:
These courses are an integral part of the Family Practice Training Programme. It must be emphasized that
formal courses are only one part of the overall program of vocational training. All these courses are full
time, and attendance is obligatory for those trainees participating in the programme.
A. First Year:
• Diagnosis and management (7 days)
• Emergency (including CPR) (3 days)
• EBM / Critical appraisal principles (2 days)
B. Second Year:
• Audit in general practice (3 days)
C. Final Year:
• Practice Management (3 days)
No. Name of course Year level No. of days Special remarks
1 Diagnosis and
management course
2 Introduction to evidence
based medicine and
critical appraisal
1 7 days
1 2 days
3 Emergencies in G.P. 1 3days Including CPR
4 Audit in G.P. 2 3days Project recommended
5 Practice Management 4 3days Including CPD
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