M.Ch.Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Understand the basic sciences (embryology, anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmaco-therapeutics etc.) and principles of plastic surgical care as applicable to practice in plastic surgery.

Be conversant with the embryology, aetiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of common (elective or emergency) conditions requiring plastic surgical intervention.

Be conversant with principles guiding care with reference to plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine and surgery and burn management.

Recognize the role of multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approach in the management of various conditions requiring plastic surgery so as to obtain relevant specialist consultation, where appropriate.

Acquire basic knowledge of research methodology and bio- statistics; familiarity and participation in clinical and experimental research studies; involvement in scientific presentation and publication.

Recognize the importance of family, society and socio-cultural environment in the treatment and rehabilitation of the individual needing plastic surgery care.

Provide counselling to the patient and caretakers for the smooth dispensation of medical care.

Evaluate a patient thoroughly (history, clinical examination), order relevant investigations and interpret them to reach a diagnosis and plan of management.

Plan and carry out routine investigations/ procedures (bedside, laboratory, radiology) independently.

Provide Basic and Advanced Life Support services in emergency according to ATLS guidelines.

Acquire Skills to provide critical care of individuals requiring airway support, ventilation, central vascular access etc. during the course of treatment.

Prepare a patient for an elective/emergency surgery and provide specific post- operative care.

Acquire skills in routine ward procedures (wound dressings and peripheral vascular access).

Acquire proficiency in prescribed minor and major operative procedures, and provide these, initially under supervision and later independently.

Acquire proficiency in managing emergency and elective referrals and provide adequate support under supervision and later independently.

Monitor the post-operative patient in the routine post-op ward / high dependency unit / and in the intensive care setting.

Provide specific and relevant advice to the patient and family at discharge time for proper domiciliary care, reporting to hospital in an emergency and routine follow up.

Acquire proficiency in teaching undergraduate students, nursing and other health care personnel.