Liceo de Cagayan University

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

• The following are the program educational objectives of Medical Education at Liceo de Cagayan University:
  • • To produce a medical practitioner who adheres to the existing laws, legal, ethical and moral principles.
  • • To develop internationally recognized competent physician-managers who are innovative, conscientious physician- leaders sensitive to the health needs of the local, national, and global communities.
  • • To nurture students value of actively addressing solutions to current community health and environmental concerns through research and advocacy.
  • • o foster the passion for life-long learning experiences.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

• The following are the program outcomes of Medical Education at Liceo de Cagayan University:
  • • Demonstrate clinical competence
  • - The students competently manage clinical conditions of clients in various settings.
  • • Communicate effectively
  • - The students convey information, in written and oral formats, across all types of audiences, venues, and media in a manner that can be easily understood.
  • • Lead and manage health care teams
  • - The students initiate planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating programs and health facilities.
  • - The students provide clear direction, inspiration, and motivation to the health care team/community.
  • • Engage in research activities
  • - The students utilize current research evidence in decision making as practitioner, educator, or researcher.
  • • Collaborate within interprofessional teams
  • - The students effectively work in teams with co-physicians and other professionals in managing clients, institutions, projects and similar situations.
  • • Utilize systems-based approach to healthcare
  • - The students utilize system-based approach in actual delivery of care.
  • - The students network with relevant partners in solving general health problems.
  • • Engage in continuing personal and professional development
  • - The students update themselves through a variety of avenues for personal and professional growth to ensure quality healthcare and patient safety.
  • • Adhere to ethical, professional and legal standards
  • - The students adhere to national and international codes of conduct and legal standards that govern the profession.
  • • Demonstrate nationalism, internationalism and dedication to service
  • - The students demonstrate love for one’s national heritage, respect for other cultures and commitment to service.
  • • Practice the principles for social accountability
  • - The students adhere to the principles of relevance, equity, quality, and cost effectiveness in the delivery of healthcare to patients, families, and communities.
  • • Serve with empathy and be a physician with a compassionate heart.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

• A licensed physician may take any of the following career pathways:
  • • Government Service
  • • Research
  • • Private Practice as a General Practitioner or as a Specialist
  • • Education
  • • Corporate Service