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20250414082

Establishment: The department was established alongside the College of Medicine in 1428 AH. 

Department members:

Dr. Aumaima Annan Omar Hamed

Department Supervisor

  • Dr. Samina Nzakat Ahmed Assistant Professor

Department tasks:

  • Teaching Obstetrics and Gynecology courses.
  • Preparing academic schedules.
  • Assessing students in final examinations which includes preparing exam papers and conducting exam across all sections.
  • Preparing and reviewing students final grades.
  • Coordinating with health institutions and Ministry of Health staff regarding relevant training activities.
  • Participating in tasks outside the department, such as college councils and various scientific committees.
  • Department members teach some courses such as, Patient Safety course, among other courses.

Vision:

To achieve excellence in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology within an educational environment that supports learning and contributes to the advancement of community health.

Mission:   

  • Creating an educational environment that enables students to develop their personalities and understanding in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
  • Providing students with sufficient opportunities to acquire the skills necessary for dealing with patients through interactive, open learning.
  • Build and develop student skills in self-learning and constant career development.
  • Engrain the values and medical and ethical work ethics through individuals and the community.

Objectives: 

  • Improve the competence of graduates so they can deliver quality services that enhance individual and community health.
  • Keep the curriculum up to date, built on the latest knowledge and research in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
  • Respect and uphold religious and social values.
  • Ensure mastery of clinical protocols in Obstetrics and Gynecology, aligned with the local healthcare system.
  • Promote teamwork and the spirit of working within an integrated team.
  • Strengthen communication skills with colleagues, patients, and other healthcare professionals and institutions.

Course: 

The Obstetrics and Gynecology course relies on lectures, seminars, and workshops for the theoretical part. the practical part focuses on clinical rounds and skills labs, in addition to problem based learning sessions and case presentations.

Academic Programs:

The department does not award a bachelor's or any other independent degree. it is part of the Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery program.

Study years:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology is taught in the fifth year of the MBBS program.
  • Students must complete the course as a prerequisite for studying surgery