- Develop competence in the medical interview and physical examination of women and incorporate ethical, social, and varied perspectives to provide appropriate health care.
- Apply recommended prevention strategies to women throughout the life-span
- Recognize his/her role as a leader and supporter for women.
- Demonstrate knowledge of preconception care including the impact of genetics, medical conditions and environmental factors on maternal heath and fetal development
- Explain the normal physiologic changes of pregnancy including interpretation of common diagnostic studies
- Describe common problems in obstetrics
- Demonstrate knowledge of intrapartum care
- Demonstrate knowledge of postpartum care of the mother and newborn
- Describe menstrual cycle physiology, discuss puberty and menopause and explain normal and abnormal bleeding
- Describe the etiology and evaluation of infertility
- Develop a thorough understanding of contraception, including sterilization and abortion
- Demonstrate knowledge of common benign gynecological conditions
- Formulate a differential diagnosis of the acute abdomen and chronic pelvic pain
- Describe common breast conditions and outline the evaluation of breast complaints
- Demonstrate knowledge of peri-operative care and familiarity with gynecological procedures
- Describe gynecological malignancies including risk factors, signs and symptoms and initial evaluation
- Provide a preliminary assessment of patients with sexual concerns
- Demonstrate a commitment to patient care and the educational process through the practice of life-long learning and the ability to reflect upon acquired knowledge and skills to assess development in ever changing health care environment.
The APGO 9th Edition Objective Related Educational Topics details are available on Canvas.
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