Medical Foundations II

6 credits · Graduate

The Medical Foundations II course builds on MF1 content in order to prepare students for the successful completion of the Year 1 medical curriculum. Foundational concepts from MF1 (i.e., biochemistry, pathophysiology, anatomy, pharmacology and clinical reasoning) are explored in further depth through units in human development, neurosciences, and the musculoskeletal (MKS) system. The first unit is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human development, enabling students to integrate developmental knowledge into clinical practice for patients across the lifespan. The aim of the second unit is to equip students with a solid foundation in neurosciences, enabling students to understand the structure, function, and disorders of the nervous system. The final musculoskeletal sub-unit will introduce students to the recognition, diagnosis, and management of common MSK conditions and injuries. Each unit continues to build on previous units delivered in the pre-requisite MF1 course. In addition to small group, problem-based learning, pre- recorded lectures will be used to elucidate complex concepts that are difficult to appreciate in a self-directed learning (tutorial) format. PREREQUISITES: MPAS 5110 RESTRICTIONS: Students enrolled in MPAS program FORMATS: Lecture | Tutorial