New Approaches to Cancer Treatment (Lincoln)
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MEDS3077 | Medical Education Centre | 3 | 10 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- MEDS3077
- School
- Medical Education Centre
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
Cancer continues to be a puzzle that we need to solve at different levels. This module is for future medical professionals, particularly those who are interested in oncology or medical research. They will gain wider knowledge on cancer research and related therapeutics. Having a more in-depth knowledge on a subject area at an early stage, would be highly beneficial. It will enhance their performance in both clinical and research fields. Course structure: -It will run for five weeks. -The following topics will be covered in the first 4 weeks Critical issues to Improve cancer survival Molecular Basis of Cancer New Concepts in Cancer metastasis Angiogenesis and Therapeutic Targets Inflammation, Immunity and Cancer Cancer Stem Cells Signalling Pathways in Cancer Pre-clinical cancer modelling and Translational studies Drug discovery Immunotherapy Design of Clinical Trials -There will be a session on group presentation, on review a cancer type, on the 5 th week
Target Students
Third year medical students on the A10Lprogramme
Classes
- One 3-hour workshop
- Two 1-hour lectures each week for 7 weeks
Assessment
- 40% Coursework 1: Design a Poster and a Leaflet
- 60% Coursework 2: 1,500 word essay
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
The module is designed so that students can attain some of the outcomes specified by the GMC in Outcomes for Graduates (2018) in the areas of professional knowledge and skills.Aims of the course:1. To provide a clinically relevant overview of the biology and treatment of a series of common cancer types, including new research areas.2. To provide the setting for students to gain knowledge in:-Biology, including stages of progression and current treatment fora number ofcommon cancer types.-Pre-clinical experimentation relevant to determining novel treatmentregimensfor cancer, including laboratory-based modelling and molecular biological aspects.-How to translate this knowledge to clinical trialsThis module will complement the 3rdresearch project students undertake, in relevant cancer or molecular medicinerelated topics.Learning Outcomes
The students will achieve learning outcomes within the GMC’s Outcomes for Graduates (2018) as follows:
Outcome 1 - The doctor as a scholar and a scientist
8.The graduate will be able to apply to medical practice biomedical scientific principles, method and knowledge relating to anatomy, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, nutrition, pathology, pharmacology and physiology.
8.(b) Explain the scientific bases for common types of cancer using gastric, colorectal and breast cancer as examples.
8.(c) Justify the selection of appropriate preclinical experimentation for common types of cancer.
8.(d) Explain the fundamental principles underlying such investigative techniques.
8.(f) Demonstrate knowledge of drug actions in relation to cancer treatment including the principles underlying new therapeutic approaches undergoing development
12. Apply scientific method and approaches to medical research including understanding the ethical and governance issues involved in clinical trials of cancer therapies.
Outcomes 2 - The doctor as a practitioner
15. Communicate effectively with colleagues in a medical context, involving listening, sharing and responding through taking part in group presentations and discussions.
Outcomes 3 - The doctor as a professional
20. The graduate will be able to behave according to ethical and legal principles.
21. Reflect, learn and teach others.
21.(a) Acquire, assess, apply and integrate new knowledge, learn to adapt to changing circumstances and ensure that patients receive the highest level of professional care.
21.(b) Establish the foundations for lifelong learning and continuing professional development, through investigation, in small groups, of risk factors, premalignant conditions and current/evolving treatment approaches in relation to a number of additional common types of cancer, thus building on knowledge gained directly through lectures.
21.(c) Continually and systematically reflect on practice and, whenever necessary, translate that reflection into action
22. Newly qualified doctors must be able to apply biomedical scientific principles, methods and knowledge to medical practice and integrate these into patient care. This must include principles and knowledge relating to anatomy, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, genomics and personalised medicine, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, nutrition, pathology, pharmacology and clinical pharmacology, and physiology.
26.Newly qualified doctors must be able to apply scientific method and approaches to medical research and integrate these with a range of sources of information used to make decisions for care.
26e. critically appraise a range of research information including study design, the results of relevant diagnostic, prognostic and treatment trials, and other qualitative and quantitative aspects.