Year Medical Students Of University Research Articles

776 “Doses of Human Anatomy”: A Telegram Channel Augmenting Anatomy Education

Abstract Introduction Telegram has become one of the most popular messaging applications. Its multiple features enable its use for different educational purposes. This study aimed to explore the role of a Telegram’s channel in Anatomical education. Method A Telegram channel was created and shared to first year medical students of University of Khartoum. Subscription to the channel was optional. The Thorax module was covered through different types of daily online posts and quizzes which were posted over one month, in line with the formal practical sessions. At the end of the module, an online test shared to both subscribers and non-subscribers, a feedback questionnaire and focus group discussion were used to assess the effects of the channel and students’ reflection on it. Results 336 students subscribed to the channel by the time of the test. There was a significant association between subscription status and test score (p = 0.01, t = 2.79). Frequency of viewing did not affect test score. Students reported that written posts with images and quizzes were the two most helpful types of posts. Students reported that the channel made it easier for them to understand anatomy (86.4%), aided retention of information (92%) and encouraged engagement (81.6%). Continuation of the channel was recommended by 95.2% of students. Conclusions The channel provided concise and structured material that acted as a blueprint for students during studying and exam preparations. It proved itself as a useful complementary tool for students in the anatomy module. We recommend formal integration of Telegram channels in anatomy curricula.

Self-Assessment of Problem-Solving Skills and Clinical Reasoning Among Sixth-Year Medical Students In Baghdad University / College of Medicine

Abstract.Objectives: To assess the level of problem solving skills of Sixth grade medical students of College of Medicine/ University of Baghdad using self-assessment tool.Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study to assess Problem Solving Disposition in Sixth year Medical Students in College of Medicine/ University of Baghdad. A printed survey of the questionnaire was distributed to sixth year medical students in august 2022. A sample of 151 students participated in the study by filling of the printed questionnaire which was validated by a previous study in a medical school in Mexico.Results: The number of sixth Grade medical students in University of Baghdad/ College of medicine that participated in the study was 151 of whom 70 (46.35 %) were males and 81 (53.65 %) were females. The mean score of the “knowledge of discipline” was 2.973± 0.999, as for the “pattern recognition” component the mean was 2.198 ±0.559 , and the mean for the “application of general strategies” component was 2.158± 0.492. The independent sample T-test results for the “Knowledge of discipline” category showed a mean score for females of 3.137 and a mean score for males of 2.778 with a p value >0.05. For correlations between the categories one of the items of the “Pattern Recognition” category had a positive correlation with a statistical significance with 2 items from “Application of general strategies for problem solving” category.Conclusion: Sixth year medical students in University of Baghdad/ college of medicine are better self-perceived in the pattern recognition and application of general strategies for problem-solving categories than the knowledge of discipline, males assess themselves in remembering concepts as better than their female counterparts, students who rate themselves higher as being able to identify the pattern of a problem also rate themselves fairly when it comes to applying what they learnt in dealing with it. Further studies with larger sample size are needed to evaluate the entirety of students from different stages and correlate with their progress throughout their education.

259 Effect of Telegram Videos on Anatomy Education Among 2nd Year Medical Students, University of Khartoum, 2021

AimCOVID-19 had major effect on the health and medical education. In order to oblige with the social distancing and quarantine, universities shifted to online learning. This study aimed to assess the effect of online education on anatomy DR (dissection room) teaching by the use of telegram software.MethodThis was a cross-sectional, prospective interventional study, which was carried out among 2nd year medical students in University of Khartoum. Students undertook initial tests on the heart and anterior abdominal wall modules. Telegram videos, prepared by the author, on the anatomy of the heart and the anterior abdominal wall were distributed to students. Students took a second test after watching the videos. A total number of 41 students attended heart sessions and 40 students attended the anterior abdominal wall sessions were included.ResultsThe pre-test mean score for the heart and abdomen modules were 4.56 ± 2.335 and 6.15 ± 2.94, respectively. The post-tests means were 9.98 ± 2.877 and 8.95 ± 3.14, respectively. 90% and 75% of the students were satisfied with these videos, respectively.ConclusionsThis study revealed that Telegram videos as a method of online teaching had a positive effect on the students' performance, which was evidenced by the significant improvement in student's scores after watching the videos. Additionally, most of the students were satisfied with the videos and give positive feedback.

Assessment of the knowledge of radiology in exiting medical students in University of Calabar

Objectives: Radiology education in the undergraduate level imparts in medical students the basic knowledge to interpret common pathological conditions, know the right imaging requests to make and the right order in which they should be made when they become physicians and the degree of this knowledge is influenced by several factors. The aim of this study was to evaluate the knowledge of radiology in exiting medical students and to identify the challenges of undergraduate radiology education. Material and Methods: This was a prospective cross-sectional observational study that was conducted in a 2-month period in the Radiology Department of the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital. The year 6 medical students of the University of Calabar, who were 79 in number, participated in the study. Relevant questions covering the major areas of radiology were presented to each participant by the use of a pre-test questionnaire. SPSS version 23.0., Pearson’s Chi-square test, and t-tests were used to analyze the data. Results: The medical students had a mean score of 66.5% in radiology knowledge. A significant relationship was observed between diagnostic radiology knowledge and the duration of radiology posting (P = 0.029), radiology teaching methods (P = 0.001), and the quality of learning environment (P = 0.002), respectively. Conclusion: The final year medical students in University of Calabar have an appreciable knowledge of radiology. This can be improved if the duration of radiology education increases by early introduction into the pre-clinical class or other clinical courses, if the radiology teaching methods are updated, and if the quality of the learning environment is improved.

Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Fourth Year Medical Students of University of Tripoli

Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Fourth Year Medical Students of University of Tripoli

Reverse teaching- A strategy for undergraduate medical education in pathology

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to explore the effectiveness of reverse teaching in learning the basic medical sciences in undergraduate pathology course. Materials and Methods: Study design was interventional case –control. Participants were 150 first year medical students of University of MAHSA, Malaysia 2017-18. We used quantitative content analysis in pre and post teaching sessions and a delayed test score after 5 months. This result was compared with control group who were exposed to traditional pathology teaching. Results: There was no significant difference in the pre test scores between control group and test group (independent sample t – test, t= -0.836, p=0.404). There was a significant increase in the test scores between the two groups for the immediate post- test (independent sample t – test, t= -23.705, pt – test, t= -6.440, p Conclusion: Reverse teaching based on clinical scenarios has significantly increased score compared to control group (P 0.072). Keywords: Backward class room, Flip class, Inverted teaching, Marketing class, Integration.

Pathology as a profession: Contribution of undergraduate traing on choice of career among final year students of a medical school in north central Nigeria

The choice of pathology as a profession by would be resident doctors, will, to a large extent depend on the amount of knowledge acquired on the subject at the undergraduate level. A questionnaire was self administered to final year medical students of University of Jos shortly after the completion of the final written paper in medicine in September 2005; meant to elicit their views on choosing patology as a profession after graduation. Eighty-five students enrolled comprising 65 (76.5%) males and 20 (23.5%) females Ninety six percent of the students were between 26 and 30 years. Those who found Pathology interesting were 76.5%; 18.8% picked pathology as their career of first choice after graduation 5.9%, 3.5% and 5.9% as 2nd, 3rd and 10th choices repectively. Among the pathology disciplines, 8.2%, 4.7%, 3.5% and 2.4% would specialize in Histopathology, Haematology, Chemical Pathology and Medical Microbiology respectively. The students generally complained of inadequate time and exposure during the postings as well as the difficulty in understanding Medical Microbiology. More time should be allocated to the teaching of Pathology at the undergraduate level. Learning enhancing aids should be introduced such as: regular practical demonstrations, audio-visual teaching aids, computer assisted programs and the establishment of pathology museums in the medical schools across the country.