Identify and initiate appropriate interventions for psychiatric illnesses in various settings
Develop skills in psychiatric history-taking, mental examination, interviewing, and symptom assessment
Create psychiatric treatment plans integrating pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy for comprehensive care
Diagnose patients using clinical history and multi-axial DSM-5 methodology for comprehensive psychiatric assessment
Understand psychiatric emergency screening, evaluation, and assessments for suicide and homicide risk
Know the major DSM-5 signs and symptoms for the major psychiatric disorders
Understand evidence-based biological treatments, including ECT and Vagal Nerve Stimulation, for psychiatric care
Develop awareness of psychotherapy’s types, indications, case formulation, and developmental issues.
Develop awareness of psychiatric practice issues: referrals, care levels, managed care, stigma, and forensics
Students should draft patient treatment plans, including further evaluation for various diagnostic possibilities
Students should write progress notes documenting significant changes in the patient’s chart.
Students recognize medico-legal issues in involuntary hospitalizations, informed consent, and confidentiality
Gain a comprehensive understanding of psychiatric practice through theory and hands-on experience.
Master core competencies like diagnostic skills, treatment planning, and patient interaction.
Learn the process of conducting thorough evaluations and presenting patient cases.
Understand the components of a complete mental status exam (MSE).
Master accurate documentation of patient information and treatment plans.
Familiarize yourself with the common symptoms and diagnostic criteria for psychiatric disorders.
Develop a clear diagnosis, identify differential diagnoses, and create a treatment plan.
Publish articles, write a book, improve psychiatry exam scores, and explore residency options.
Identify psychiatric emergencies and ensure appropriate responses to safeguard patients.