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Curriculum
The curriculum combines pre-recorded online lectures, interactive learning, and hands-on clinical attachments to cater to the busy schedules of family doctors. The programme offers a balance of flexibility and competency development, dedicated to online learning and workshops. Additionally, students will engage in 30 hours of clinical attachment at participating cardiology clinics and hospitals, ensuring that they gain practical, real-world experience alongside theoretical knowledge.
Faculty
The faculty for the programme primarily includes Cardiologists, Senior Physicians, and allied health professionals from leading healthcare institutions in Singapore. Besides the Department of Cardiology at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, we are proud to have the support of other major Cardiology centres in delivering the programme.
The faculty for this program comprises a distinguished group of Cardiologists, Senior Physicians, and allied health professionals, all hailing from Singapore's leading healthcare institutions. In addition to the Department of Cardiology at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, we are honored to collaborate with prominent cardiology centres across the nation, ensuring that participants benefit from a wealth of knowledge and experience. This robust network of experts is committed to delivering a comprehensive and cutting-edge curriculum, designed to equip participants with the latest advancements in cardiac care and improve patient outcomes.
Programme Director: Assistant Professor Kazuyuki Kasahara, Assistant Professor, Metabolic, Nutrition, and Microbiome Medicine, LKCMedicine
Course Director (Clinical): Adjunct Associate Professor Foo Chee Guan David, Medical Director, National Healthcare Group Heart Institute, and Senior Consultant, Tan Tock Seng Hospital
Deputy Course Director (Clinical): Dr Tan Chong Keat, Consultant, General Cardiology, Tan Tock Seng Hospital
Assessments & Examinations
There are five modules. Each module's assessment will consist of a summative final exam with multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
Clinical Attachment
Students will be attached to cardiology departments at participating hospitals and clinics to observe cardiovascular medicine clinicians managing real-world cases. Where possible, and if there are suitable ongoing cardiovascular events, the clinical attachment may also include participation in the medical management of such events.