International Clinical Study Programme UK - ICSP

The International Clinical Study Programme in the UK is a comprehensive two-week course meticulously designed for doctors. It offers a unique opportunity to gain profound insights into clinical practices in diverse healthcare sectors in both India and the NHS, UK. This exposure will broaden your understanding of various medical approaches and offer an unparalleled opportunity to learn from world-renowned experts and gain international accreditation and certifications. This programme is proudly themed "Connecting Continents," creating a dynamic learning environment where you can actively engage in interactive sessions with esteemed NHS faculty members from institutions like the University of Buckingham, GTECH/WWL, and NHS, which will engage you in unique and immersive learning experiences. This interactive approach ensures that you receive practical, hands-on experience and engage in role-plays that promote skill development.

The International Clinical Study Programme (ICSP) is a comprehensive healthcare implementation emphasizing a patient-centric approach in a holistic manner. Whether you are a PLAB candidate, FMGE candidate, or a doctor from another country seeking to enhance your expertise, this programme equips you with the necessary tools and knowledge to thrive in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

Throughout this programme, you'll delve into diverse medical topics gaining practical skills through hands-on experience with common procedures and enhancing your ability to communicate effectively with patients. You will receive invaluable career guidance, including preparation strategies for those considering a medical career in the UK. Plus, the clinical skills training from Dr MO's Academy will ensure you're well-prepared for clinical PLAB assessment and emergency response, enhancing your competency.

Join us at the Medvarsity International Center at Crewe (MICC), UK, and become a part of a transformative experience that bridges the gap between continents. Elevate your clinical practice, broaden your horizons, and embark on a journey of knowledge, skill, and global connectivity.

The topics proposed for the programme have been chosen from engaging areas within the fields of general practice, internal medicine, cardiology, and diabetes. The suggested subjects will be explored during interactive sessions that incorporate role-playing scenarios, addressing each aspect of comprehensive healthcare with an emphasis on a patient-centered approach.

1. General GP session: Patient journey within the NHS from the perspective of a General Practitioner (GP)
2. Challenging pediatric consultations: Various approaches, assessment tools, and disease management strategies in holistic management of challenging pediatric population from a GPs standpoint, especially adolescents
3. Geriatric case studies: Delving into the provision of comprehensive care for often overlooked demographic groups within the Indian context will be a key topic of discussion.
4. Mastering clinical communication: This session discusses the crucial steps of effective medical communication
5. Common procedures in a GP practice
6. Exciting approach to cardiovascular system (CVS) and common cardiac problems
7. GPs: Guardians of cardiac health
8. Principles and guidelines of palliative care
9. Antimicrobial stewardship
10. Revolutionary paradigms in glucose control
11. Diabetic remission: Myth or Fact: Challenging perceptions, sustainable remission factors, long-term outcomes, unveiling mechanisms
12. Approach to interstitial lung diseases
13. Treat-to-target approach in rheumatoid arthritis
14. A session on career guidance, introduction to PLAB, preparation strategies, and requirements
15. A signature class focusing on OSCE stations for clinical PLAB assessment and emergency response training

• Overview of the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK provides an opportunity to compare healthcare practices between India and the UK
• Evolving into a competent clinical professional by embracing and implementing global standards of practice follows a structured path
• Explore the distinct patient journeys in the NHS (UK) and diverse healthcare sectors in India, shedding light on the contrasting healthcare systems, access, and patient experiences
• Learn from renowned faculties of NHS, UK, and international universities and engage with esteemed NHS faculty members from prestigious institutions
• Clinical skills training for PLAB and gaining insights into international career guidance at the outset
• Develop practical skills with hands-on training in common medical procedures, improving patient communication
• Engage in interactive sessions and role-plays, promoting skill development and active learning
• Earn international accreditation and certifications