Overview
Diploma in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery (DRMS) is a popular program aimed to develop clinical knowledge, research skills and clinical skills in the field of Reproductive Medicine and assisted conception. This program is delivered by Academy of Reproductive Medicine and Surgery with collaboration of fertility centre at Birmingham Women’s NHS Hospital, Birmingham UK.
This program is designed to be a comprehensive program to develop a competent clinician who can deliver safe, effective and evidence based clinical care to all patients seeking fertility treatment across the world. We ensure high quality teaching, competency-based logbook, and workplace-based assessments to achieve this objective.
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The modules and program are carefully designed and implemented to achieve all intended learning outcomes. Various national and international faculties are invited as guest speaker on the program to enrich learning experience.
Key Intended learning outcomes
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By the end of this program the candidate will be able to
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Knowledge
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To understand and demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and attitudes in relation to female reproductive endocrinology.
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Understand and discuss the scientific bases relating to general subfertility problems
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Discuss and understand the surgical skills appropriate for a subspecialist in reproductive surgery.
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Understand and discuss the assessment and management of recurrent miscarriage.
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Discuss and understand the knowledge and competency in relation to men with fertility problems.
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Understand research methodology and learn how to publish a paper
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Skills
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Ability to counsel patients sensitively about the options available andrespect patient confidentiality.
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Ability to explain clearly and openly about treatments, complications, and adverse effects of drug treatment.
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Ability to interpret all investigations and evaluate diagnostic procedures.
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Ability to understand the validity of diagnostic tests, variability, and reliability criteria
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Ability to formulate and implement fertility treatment management plan and modify if necessary.
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Ability to liaise effectively with colleagues in other disciplines (e.g. andrologists, endocrinologists, IVF team and urologist).
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Ability to mange risks and complications of assisted conception treatment
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Ability to develop protocols to deliver safe, effective and high quality fertility care
Eligibility
Essential criteria
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MBBS or MBCHB qualification with full registration to practice in the course country
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Recognized post graduate qualification including MS or MD or Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
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Work experience in obstetrics and gynaecology for at least two years
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Opportunity to work clinically at approved assisted conception facility
English language requirement
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The program is taught and assessed in English language.
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Applicants can demonstrate English language requirements by:
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· Medical degree taught in English
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· taking an approved proficiency test IELTS/ TOEFL/PTE academic
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· providing an approved international English language qualification.
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If you have any questions regarding your eligibility for the program you may send your enquiry with all details to us for assessment using this link.
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching
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Students will be taught through a mix of:
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Lectures
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Group discussions
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Clinical skills at training centres
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Competency based assessment portfolio
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Virtual teaching from Fertility Centre at Birmingham Women’s Hospital
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Journal clubs
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Self-directed learning
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The course consists of taught modules and a research project.
Lectures will be delivered by Distinguished International Faculties. The faculties are chosen carefully to enrich the learning experience of our students.
Modules
Assessment
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Written exams:
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Four modular exams, one at the end of each module
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Format: MCQs, and case studies
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One final MCQ exam at the end of the program
Oral exam
One oral exam will be held at the end of the program. The candidate passes through four sessions each has a board of two teachers.
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Pass/Fail criteria
In all written, clinical, and oral exams the pass /fail limits will be defined using a formal standard-setting process.
Logbook
The candidates will have a competency-based logbook which should be submitted by the end of program. The mark of logbook will be distributed on
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Workplace-based assessments
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Lectures attendance
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Live surgery attendance
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Workshops attendance
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Research Project
Duration
The duration of the program is Minimum 6 months and a maximum of one year.
The DRMS program is competency and skill-based program. It is built on the successful achievement of clinical competency and knowledge evidenced by logbooks, assignments, and course work. Due to different workloads at different places, varied timetables, or case opportunities, few applicants may take longer than others to complete the program.
The DRMS program ensures that candidates have achieved adequate knowledge and skills to deliver safe effective and high-quality fertility care.