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MCM9308

Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

18 September 2017 20 April 2024
Monash University

Postgraduate - Unit

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6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL

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LevelPostgraduate
FacultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
OfferedClayton First semester 2013 (Off-campus)
Clayton Second semester 2013 (Off-campus)
Coordinator(s)Dr Henry Taub

Synopsis

This unit aims to acquaint family physicians with the latest information about andrological topics - and to make them confident and comfortable in dealing with patients who suffer from the many disorders of the male reproductive organs. The content of the unit will cover: androgens; male infertility; erectile dysfunction; benign prostate disease, prostate cancer, testicular tumours and sexually transmitted infections. The Department of General Practice acknowledges Andrology Australia, an initiative of the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing, for its financial commitment to the initial development of this module.

Outcomes

By the end of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Appreciate the major issues in male reproductive health today.
  2. Explain in detail the physiology of the male reproductive system,
  3. Demonstrate confidence in dealing with issues of infertility and erectile dysfunction.
  4. Discuss recent advances in diagnosing and managing prostate disease.
  5. Explain the issues of diagnosis, management and prevention of testicular tumors.
  6. Develop skills in conducting a clinical audit. Conduct a clinical audit.
  7. Recognise the potential of audits to improve clinical practice.

Assessment

Journal activities (25%)
Essay (25%)
Audit part 1 and Audit part 2 (50%)

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Henry Taub

Prohibitions

DFM3008