Medical Education and Community Health

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How many educators were part of the 15-man Board of Trustees?

3 (correct)

What was established in 1994?

Board of Medical Examiners

Zamboanga Medical School Foundation, Inc. (correct)

National Health Association

Doctorate in Public Health Program

What is one of the primary goals of a physician?

To serve the health needs of various populations (correct)

To conduct medical research exclusively

To educate only medical students

To specialize only in surgical procedures

In what year did the Zamboanga Medical School graduate its first medical students?

1998 Signup and view all the answers

As of 2003, how many medical schools ranked above Zamboanga Medical School?

3 Signup and view all the answers

Which learning strand focuses on communication and clinical management skills?

Professional skill strand Signup and view all the answers

What type of management is NOT mentioned as part of a physician’s clinical management skills?

Research management Signup and view all the answers

What year was the MD-MPH launched at the Zamboanga Medical School?

2003 Signup and view all the answers

How can the health needs of an individual influence the community?

They can worsen community health. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main reasons medical professionals return to their communities?

To practice medicine and be of service. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the interdependence of health needs within a community?

The health of individuals, families, and the community depend on each other. Signup and view all the answers

What is a misconception about the health needs of a community?

Community health is solely determined by individual cases. Signup and view all the answers

In what way should medical professionals approach health problems?

By understanding family and community context. Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT included in the health needs of a community?

Service needs specific to healthcare providers. Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding the health needs of a community essential for physicians?

To ensure comprehensive care and effective service delivery. Signup and view all the answers

How can community health needs evolve?

They can change based on individual and family health issues. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of creating a Gantt chart in project planning?

To illustrate the series of tasks on a timeline Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of determining indicators in goal attainment?

Establishing measurable criteria for success Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'stock knowledge' refer to in the context of problem identification?

The knowledge and understanding already possessed by the team Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the strategic planning process for addressing problems?

Evaluating team members' performance Signup and view all the answers

In the planning stages, identifying what you don't know is most closely related to which of the following?

Recognizing learning gaps and issues Signup and view all the answers

What defines an individual as healthy?

No presence of disease and overall well-being Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes a healthy family according to the definition provided?

Majority of members have no disease and functions well in society Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is necessary for a community to be considered healthy?

No diseases among the majority of members and effective functioning as a whole Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of a medical student's training?

To solve health problems and meet the health needs of the community Signup and view all the answers

What are considered health problems in the context provided?

Diseases preventing social and economic productivity Signup and view all the answers

What does the term INTARMED refer to?

A medical school curriculum structure Signup and view all the answers

Which subject focuses on the microscopic parts of human anatomy?

Histology Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT mentioned as part of an individual's health definition?

Physical fitness Signup and view all the answers

Which role is NOT included in the characteristics of a 5 Star Physician?

Research Scientist Signup and view all the answers

What primary goal does the ADZU-SOM mission emphasize?

To produce self-directing physicians Signup and view all the answers

According to the WHO definition of health, how is health defined?

Complete physical, mental, and social well-being Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of health does the ADZU-SOM curriculum intend to address?

Changing patterns of health care development Signup and view all the answers

In terms of community health, what primarily determines if a community is considered healthy?

Majority of community free from disease Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a focus of the ADZU-SOM curriculum?

Pharmaceutical development Signup and view all the answers

What is a key quality of graduates envisioned by the ADZU-SOM?

To be effective health administrators Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the vision of the ADZU-SOM regarding community engagement?

Students should be sensitive to local social and cultural realities. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Founding and Development of Zamboanga Medical School Foundation

Established in 1994 by Fr. William H. Kreutz, SJ.
Initial consultations included 7 doctors, 5 civic leaders, and 3 educators.
In 1998, Zamboanga Medical School Foundation (ZMSF) graduated its first cohort of 26 medical students.
In 2003, ranked 4th among 27 medical schools by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).
Launch of MD-MPH (Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health) program in 2003.

Purpose of Training to Become a Physician

Primary duty includes serving health needs as a medical student and solving health problems as a board-certified physician.
Goals of physicians: to promote health and ensure social and economic productivity among individuals, families, and communities.

Learning Strands in Medical Training

Working Problem Strand: Includes biological, behavioral, and population perspectives.
Professional Skill Strand: Focus on communication skills (interviewing, counseling) and clinical management skills (physical examination, therapeutic management).
Population Medicine Strand: Acknowledges interdependence of individual, family, and community health needs.

Health Definitions

World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as a state of physical, mental, and social well-being, not just absence of disease.
Health Criteria:
- Individual health: No diseases and physical, mental, social well-being.
- Family health: Majority disease-free, functioning as a productive unit.
- Community health: Most community members are disease-free and socially/economically productive.

Educational Structure of ADZU School of Medicine

INTARMED program: 2 years of pre-med, followed by 4 years of medical study, and a one-year clinical internship.
Subjects for Board Examinations include Anatomy (gross and histology) and Physiology.

Role of Physicians

5 Star Physician: Acts as care provider, decision maker, communicator, community leader, and manager.
Physically, mentally, and socially healthy individuals contribute to community well-being.

Vision and Mission of ADZU-SOM

Vision: A curriculum that combines competency and problem-based instruction tailored to community health needs in Western Mindanao.
Mission: Assist in solving health problems and producing competent graduates skilled in self-directed practice and health administration.

Community Health and Problem Solving

Health assessment involves data gathering, situational analysis, and understanding community problems and solutions.
Encouragement of strategic methods and development of evaluation tools for effective health interventions.
Importance of identifying knowledge gaps to enhance understanding of health issues.

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Description

This quiz explores the establishment of the Zamboanga Medical School Foundation and its impact on community health, initiated by Fr. William H. Kreutz in 1990. It examines the role of medical professionals, civic leaders, and educators in addressing critical diseases. Test your knowledge on the historical milestones and health conditions affecting communities.