An M.D., or Doctor of Medicine, is an academic achievement that can take years of schooling to obtain. It is only awarded once students have shown they have the knowledge and experience required to practice medicine competently.
M.D.s in Czech Republic
The Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen offers courses in General Medicine (six years) and Dentistry (five years) in both Czech and in English languages. For medical students, the first two years of study are devoted to theoretical disciplines, such as Anatomy, Histology, Embryology, Biophysics, Biochemistry, and Physiology. During the third and fourth years, pre-clinical subjects, such as Pathological Anatomy, Pathological Physiology, Microbiology, Immunology, and Pharmacology are studied. Bed-side teaching is also introduced in the third year. The last two years of study are fully devoted to clinical subjects. For students of Dentistry, the first two years of study are devoted to theoretical disciplines and pre-clinical Dentistry, the third, fourth and fifth years are devoted to clinical stomatology. [+]
The standard duration of study is six years. The form of study is full-time. Graduates of the program receive a complete medical education and are awarded the title MUDr. (M.D.) after successful completion of studies, entitling them to apply for positions in all M.D. specialization fields. Since the academic year 1996/97, tuition takes place adhering to a modernized and revised study program that allows students to gain integrated knowledge in theoretical and preclinical fields. Common clinical problems are explained using problem-oriented learning and clinical training focuses not only on the application of theoretical knowledge but also on developing practical skills. Tuition goals are in accordance with the European Program for Medical Faculties Euroskills, which the Third Faculty of Medicine is taking part in. Study at the Third Faculty of Medicine is compatible with study at other medical faculties. [+]
The range of MD of General Medicine at 2nd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University in Prague is comparable to other Medical Faculties in the Czech Republic and also abroad. The plus is that you can get deeper knowledge in the pediatric fields. The study of theoretical and preclinical fields is practiced in the form of lectures, seminars, and practical exercises. The students are getting acquainted from the 1st Year of Study with the problem of chronically ill patients. Clinical subjects are taught in blocks. [+]
Graduates of the General Medicine study program completed complex education in all theoretical and clinical medical disciplines for obtaining knowledge and manual skills enabling their future successful practicing of general medicine or any further specialization. Main aims of their curriculum were oriented towards providing ample theoretical background for understanding causes and development of diseases as well as possibilities of their prevention, mastering of principles and interpretation of modern diagnostic methods and of rational effective therapy. Graduates earned basic clinical experience at clinical departments and a lot of attention during education was paid also to moral, ethical and legal aspects of their future medical practice. [+]
The graduating dentist reveals broad academic dental education and has to be able to realize proper clinical dental practice. He/she is sufficiently trained in clinical practice and has relevant manual skills. He/she is able to work together with other dental and health care professionals in the health care system. He/she has to be able to communicate adequately. He/she is prepared for adequate continual self-education and professional development. He/she is able to practice evidence-based dentistry using extensive theoretical knowledge and practical skills. [+]
The curricula of the study programme General Medicine is identical to those pursued by Czech medical students, apart from being taught in English. They conform to the European Union standards. [+]
This six-year full-time field of Master studies prepares the graduates for the profession of a doctor. It is completed with the degree of Doctor of General Medicine. [+]
