The curriculum at the University of Chicago provides a solid foundation in the basic sciences, building on a rich tradition at our institution in developing new knowledge. Realizing that scientific discovery impacts clinical practice, our curriculum is designed to emphasize the relationship between the basic and clinical sciences.
The educational objectives of the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine’s curriculum are grouped by competencies as defined by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (AGCME) and the Physician Competency Reference Set as defined by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).
Provide patient-centered care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health
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Demonstrate knowledge of established and evolving biomedical, clinical, epidemiological and social-behavioral sciences, as well as the application of this knowledge to patient care
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Demonstrate the ability to investigate and evaluate one’s care of patients, to appraise and assimilate scientific evidence, and to improve patient care based on self-evaluation and life-long learning
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Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in the effective exchange of information and collaboration with patients, their families, and health professionals
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Demonstrate a commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities and an adherence to ethical principles
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Demonstrate an awareness of and responsiveness to the larger context and system of health care, as well as the ability to call effectively on other resources in the system to provide optimal health care
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Demonstrate the qualities required to sustain lifelong personal and professional growth
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Through S&D, Pritzker students—beginning in their first year of medical school—undergo preparation to cultivate the level of mastery necessary to complete a mentored scholarly project by the time of graduation. Students have the option to explore and apply to one of five scholarly tracks: Scientific Investigation (Basic Sciences, Clinical Research, Social Sciences); Community Health; Global Health; Medical Education; or Healthcare Delivery Sciences (formerly Quality & Safety).
The S&D curriculum—undertaken in years one, two, and four—provides enhanced training in fundamental concepts and skills to ensure student success in one of these five fields of study.
The purpose of the Clinical Performance Center is to enhance the training of medical students, residents, and physicians at the University of Chicago, by offering a controlled, supportive, and evaluative environment. Use of medical simulation allows University of Chicago to stay at the forefront of healthcare education as well as to develop the gold standard in patient care and medical training.