Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine (NSU MD)—Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Program 2024–2025 117 the first to the last day of study in each year or semester. To the degree possible, exams for concurrent blocks and courses will be scheduled so that exams do not compete with other learning activities. The syllabus for each block, course, clerkship, and elective contains the course objectives, the NSU MD Educational Program Objectives addressed, the schedule of activities, learning objectives for specific sessions or activities, names and contact information for the faculty involved, a listing of course materials, the student assessment system, and grading policies. NSU MD General Competencies Medical Knowledge: Students will demonstrate knowledge of established and evolving biomedical, clinical, epidemiological, and social-behavioral sciences and the application of this knowledge to patient care. Patient Care: Students will demonstrate patient-centered care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health. System-Based Practice: Students will demonstrate an awareness of—and responsiveness to—the larger context and system of health care, utilizing other resources in the system to provide care for patients. Practice-Based Learning and Improvement: Students will demonstrate the ability to evaluate their professional development and approach to patient care, to appraise and assimilate scientific evidence, and to improve based on self-assessment and lifelong learning. Interpersonal Skills and Communication: Students will demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in the effective exchange of information and collaboration with patients, their families, and health professionals. Ethics and Professionalism: Students will carry out professional responsibilities with the highest standards of excellence and integrity and adherence to ethical principles. Personal and Professional Development and Wellness: Students will demonstrate the qualities required to sustain lifelong personal and professional growth and wellness. NSU MD Grades and Transcript The official NSU MD transcript is organized by academic year, listing all blocks, courses, and clerkships in the academic year, with the credit hours for each block, course, or clerkship, followed by the final grade earned for each block, course, or clerkship. The transcript will also record that the student passed the college’s internal competency assessments and, for students in the M.D. program, the USMLE licensing examinations. Grades Courses and system blocks (preclerkship): Student achievement of competencies results in either a Pass or Fail final grade. • Pass: All competencies demonstrated at least a satisfactory level of performance; no significant portion of the performance has been below the minimum level of competency.
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