IPM: Integrated Practice of Medicine

This morning we started off working on out Health Policy Research. Our team is making really good and solid progress. We dedicated the hour to finish up our research on our topic and then started transferring most of the material onto the Google Slides. We do not want to overcrowd the slides, so that way we are still able to talk about the topic and be knowledgeable about the information without reading off of the screen.

Next, Chris and Caroline presented to us "Three Sides of A Coin." During this time they explained to us that after med school, students may not be able to get into residencies straight away- they are simply not guaranteed that admissions. That blew my mind and I was very unaware of that. I always thought that right after med school you are guaranteed admissions into residency.

The M2 panel came and spoke to us after Chris and Caroline's presentation. They explained to us what IMP is and before today, I had no idea what that stood for. However, it stands for "Integrated Practice of Medicine." Here is a wonderful explanation from the USC school of Medicine Greenville's website.

"Complementing the foundational sciences of medical school, the Integrated Practice of Medicine at School of Medicine Greenville teaches those "Good Doctor" skills of listening, examining, observing subtleties, interpreting studies and lab tests, and communicating with others in a motivational and caring manner. In essence, IPM teaches the art of medicine and is what good doctoring is all about."

After lunch we were able to apply our IMP skills in a clinical setting that was simulated in the SIM center. Anne, my M2 mentor, taught us about the the 12 point evaluation. This technique is used to generally try to locate any possible pain or health concerns that the patient may have. I volunteered to be the patients and Anne was able to use me as an example of what the 12 point exam is. After this we were all able to practice it on each other. I really appreciate MedEx for allowing us to use this space. It makes it a lot more real since the space exactly imitates a doctors office. I really enjoyed IMP day 1!