DEFENCE OF ORAL FELLOWSHIP EXAMINATIONS. L. Pitmang

Department of Family Medicine

Jos University Teaching Hospital

INTRODUCTION

Part I & II are the same Timing is the only difference 30 minutes for part I 60 minutes for Part II Content Methodology

OBJECTIVES OF THE ORALS

To assess the candidate’s knowledge and skills in Family Medicine.

To assess the efficient use of resources in the management of patients.

To assess the candidate’s understanding of his role in health promotion and education.

To assess the candidate’s understanding of the impact of ill health on the family, and vice versa.

To assess his commitment to follow up and continuing care of his patients.

To assess his desire for continuing medical education in patient care.

To assess his attitude towards his patients and their family and the community at large.

To assess his practical knowledge of the organization and management of health services including administration in a hospital or clinic-based practice.

AREA OF ASSESSMENT Clinical skills

Use of resources

The patient as part of family and community

Continuing Medical Education

Admin/Organization of health services

CLINICAL SKILLS

Management of given clinical situation

Follow up and continuity of care

USE OF RESOURCES

Appropriate use of investigations

Rational prescribing and rational drug use

Use of hospital supplies

THE PATIENT AS A PART OF A FAMILY AND COMMUNITY

Psychosocial aspect of patient care

Home based care

Role in health promotion, disease prevention, treatment, limitation of disability and rehabilitation

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION

Use of library, Internet, medical informatics

Interest and commitment to research in Family Medicine

Ability to train others

ADMIN/ORGANIZATION OF HEALTH SERVICES

Personnel (human resources) management

Interaction with other members of the health team

Finances and budget

Procurement and supplies

Health management information systems

Setting up and running a health facility

DEFENSE OF DISSERTATION/CASEBOOK

Every dissertation/Casebook presented for the FMCFM Part II examination is read and assessed independently by two examiners.

GENERAL

1. Layout of the book:• Does the length (no. of pages)

conform to that recommended by the Faculty? 

2. Use of English:• Clarity and style.• Spelling and grammar.• Sentence and paragraph structure.

INTRODUCTION

SPECIFIC COMMENTS

PRELIMINARY PAGESThese should be numbered with small Roman numeralsi. Title page: This should include the

author, the name and address of the training institution, and the name and qualification of the Medical Doctor.

ii. Preface and Acknowledgementiii. Dedication (if any).iv. Certification. Signed by the

Supervisor(s) and Medical Director or Director of Training to certify that the book is the author’s person work

i. Table of contentsii. List of tablesiii. List of Figuresiv. AppendicesSummary: The text proper begins. The

pages are numbered with ordinary numerals starting with page 1. The summary should be about 200 to 500 words, and should include the study objectives and main conclusions

TITLE

Is the subject relevant to Family Medicine in Nigeria?

Does the title fit what is presented in the entire dissertation?

INTRODUCTION

Has the subject of study been adequately introduced?

Have relevant terms/issues been adequately defined?

LITERATURE REVIEW

Adequacy & relevance of literature search.

Use of Nigerian & African literature.

Critical review of literature cited.

AIM & OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY

Clarity.Feasibility with study design.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

Compliance with approved synopsis

Appropriateness to meet stated objectives

Study population clearly defined.Determination of sample size.Sampling method, including

selection (inclusion and exclusion) criteria.

RESULTS

Style of presentation.Method of data analysis and

choice of statistical instrument.Appropriate use of Tables, Figures,

and Illustrations.

DISCUSSION

Correctness of interpretation of results.

Use of existing literature (Nigeria & International) to discuss the findings.

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Are conclusions justified by the study?

Appropriateness of recommendations for Family Medicine in Nigeria

REFERENCES

Scope & Relevance.Vancouver style of referencing.Date since publication.Spot checks can be made on

some of the references.

TIPS/HINTS

Read wide

Do you work conscientiously

Be confident

Dress well

Avoid mannerism

CONCLUSION

Work hard

Pray hard and ask God for wisdom

Heaven help those who help themselves

REFERENCES

Residents Handbook, Faculty of Family Medicine, National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria pg 22 - 32