M.D. Biochemistry

Acquisition of knowledge:

To explain the molecular, physical, and physiological aspects of the processes involved in the maintenance of normal health and their deviation in a disease state.

To integrate his/her acquired knowledge in principles and concepts of classical biochemistry, biophysics, and molecular biology.

To comprehend and apply his/her cognition and skills in a professional patient care setup.

Acquisition of Skills:

To facilitate the UG and PG learning of biochemical concepts and principles

To render hands-on training in the Biochemical laboratory investigations and experimentations relevant to the strengthening of biochemical concepts

Recognize and apply skills in scientific and clinical problem-solving and biomedical research.

To analyze, interpret and evaluate the data, and rationalize their application in clinical management and experimental research

Teaching and training:

To develop his/her learning skills by applying the fundamental principles of medical education

To effectively teach undergraduate students in medicine and allied health science courses

To contribute to training of post graduate students.

Diagnostic services:

To set up/supervise/manage a diagnostic laboratory in Biochemistry in a hospital or in any other setup (diagnostic units in remote places or independent of a hospital setting)

To ensure quality control and quality assurance, and providing a reliable support service.

To provide clinicians with consultation services for diagnostic tests in biochemistry and in interpretation of laboratory results.

Professionalism, Ethics, Communication skills:

To develop and sustain work ethics and empathetic behavior with students and colleagues

To demonstrate professional integrity,honesty and higher ethical standards

To display appropriate attitude and communication, skills to interact with colleagues, teachers, students, laboratory personnel and health care professionals

To exhibit compassion, care and concern while dealing with patients and their relatives

Research:

To carry out a research project from planning to publication

To pursue academic interests and continue life-long learning to become more experienced in all the above areas and to eventually be able to guide postgraduates in their thesis work by applying the principles of research methodology.