NAC-OSCE Study Group: Thursdays

The Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) Study Group assists Internationally Trained Physicians in preparing for the National Assessment Collaboration (NAC). The competencies and the objectives for the NAC OSCE are reviewed and the expectations of a PGY1 resident are outlined for the different case scenarios presented. These sessions are facilitated by an experienced medical educator from the U of A. The sessions focus on taking an organized history, clinical knowledge and skills, physical exam skills, the think-aloud technique, approach to the patient, ethics, professionalism, communication, and decision-making abilities.

The 8 online sessions will be on Thursdays:

The program objectives are:

• to understand the exam objectives, format, and assessment criteria;
• to increase clinical knowledge, decision-making, and management across a broad range of cases through discussion on current evidence, practice, and feedback;
• to review specific tasks such as case presentations, interpreting of results based on expected formats;
• to enhance communication, cultural and language skills relative to patient-centered care and the Canadian context; and
• to familiarize oneself with time frames allotted for demonstrating competencies

Eligibility Requirements:

These sessions are only for members who are scheduled to do the NAC OSCE in March 2021. Therefore, you will need to send your proof of registration to Monica at monica@aimga.ca.