Basic Medicine for Non-Medical Professionals

• Instructor: admin
• Duration: 24 weeks

Course Description:

The course is designed for individuals who work in the healthcare industry but do not have a medical background. The course aims to provide them with an understanding of basic medical concepts and terminology to help them communicate effectively with medical professionals and understand medical reports and documentation.

Learning Objectives:

• Grasp the organization and structure of the human body, including blood, infections, immune system, and basics of organ systems.
• Recognize public health hazards and their implications on community well-being.
• Acquire an overview of diagnosis and therapeutic procedures, including conservative and operative therapies.
• Understand ethical issues related to medical treatment, fostering responsible and empathetic care practices.
• Master the anatomy, physiology, and common diseases of the cardiovascular system, such as hypertension and vascular diseases.
• Understand data privacy and documentation standards in cardiovascular care, ensuring patient confidentiality and ethical practice.
• Comprehend the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the respiratory and nervous systems, including conditions like asthma and Parkinson’s disease.
• Address ethical challenges in respiratory and nervous system care, promoting compassionate and ethical patient interactions.