MD Graduation Competencies

Knowledge for Practice

KP-MK. Demonstrates mastery of clinically relevant scientific knowledge of the normal structure and function of the body, mechanisms of disease, therapeutic interventions, disease prevention and health promotion.
KP-SI. Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to synthesize information from the scientific inquiry process. (Scientific Inquiry)
KP-SDH. Demonstrates an understanding of the role of social and structural determinants of health on disease prevention, health promotion and health equity. (Public Health)

PC-DX. Acquires and synthesizes relevant patient information to formulate an appropriate differential diagnosis and patient-centered care plan. (Patient Care)
PC-ED. Counsels and educates patients and their families about health conditions, disease prevention and management, and available resources to meet health needs. (Patient Care)
PC-IT. Uses information technology to optimize patient care. (HIT)
PC-PS. Performs basic procedural skills related to the care of the patient. (Patient Care)

PL-EBP. Engages in evidence-based practice, reasoning and problem solving to address medical and public health questions.
PL-FB. Utilizes self-assessment and feedback from multiple sources to improve knowledge, skills and attitudes. (Prof/LL)
PL-LL. Contributes to an environment of discovery and learning as a member of a professional community. (Prof/LL)

SBP-QIPS. Demonstrates a systems-based approach to health care delivery that optimizes quality and prioritizes patient safety measures. (QI)
SBP-CAR. Draws upon community assets and resources, integrating individual and population-based strategies, to improve the health of patients and populations. SPB – (Public Health)
SBP-HCS. Navigates the health care system in a way that optimizes quality care for patients and populations, demonstrating best utilization of health care resources. (Public Health)

PR-CARE. Respects human dignity and diversity by demonstrating accepting, non-judgmental behaviors and providing compassionate care for all. (Prof/LL)
PR-ACT. Takes responsibility, behaves honestly and acts in a timely, organized and dependable manner. (Prof/LL)
PR-ETHIC. Adheres to ethical principles in working with patients and populations. (Ethics)
PR-ADVOC. Serves as an advocate and practices the key principles of community engagement to promote health of patients and populations. (Public Health)

IC-PF. Demonstrates effective communication using oral, written and electronic formats to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with patients and families. (Communication)
IC-IP. Demonstrates effective communication and team skills to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with members of the interprofessional team. (IPE)
IC-EQT. Addresses gaps in language, health literacy and power to promote health equity and optimize health outcomes. (Communication)
IC-NOTES. Effectively communicates patient information with peers and colleagues using oral, written and electronic formats. (Communication)