Course: Gynecology and Obstetrics

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Course title Gynecology and Obstetrics
Course code PGY/VA061
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Practice + Exercise
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter and summer
Number of ECTS credits 14
Language of instruction English
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Klát Jaroslav, doc. MUDr. Ph.D.
  • Kacerovský Marian, prof. MUDr. Ph.D.
  • Pilka Radovan, prof. MUDr. Ph.D.
  • Ľubušký Marek, prof. MUDr. Ph.D.
  • Dzvinčuk Petr, MUDr. Ph.D.
  • Marek Radim, MUDr. Ph.D.
  • Šromová Veronika, MUDr. Ph.D.
  • Maděrková Tozzi Michaela, MUDr. Ph.D.
  • Kratochvílová Tereza, MUDr. Ph.D.
  • Vodička Jan, MUDr. Ph.D.
  • Dubrava Lubomír, MUDr.
  • Hejtmánek Pavel, MUDr.
  • Benická Alžběta, MUDr.
  • Malchar Ondřej, MUDr.
  • Kudela Milan, prof. MUDr. CSc.
Course content
The course consists of a theoretical part, which introduces students to the basic knowledge necessary for practical training. The theoretical part is divided into several thematic blocks ? general gynecology, reproduction and sexuality, oncogynecology, urogynecology, perinatology, and fetal medicine. The practical part includes contact with patients in the clinic, interpretation of ultrasound findings in gynecology and obstetrics, interpretation of cardiotocography recordings, assistance during gynecological procedures, differential diagnosis, hands-on training on ultrasound, laparoscopic, hysteroscopic, and obstetric simulators, and training in neonatal resuscitation.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture, Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Observation, Demonstration, Projection (static, dynamic), Training in job and motor Skils
Learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to provide students with both theoretical and practical knowledge in the prevention, diagnostics, and treatment of diseases of the female reproductive system, care for pregnant women, and childbirth management. Special emphasis is placed on the practical application of this knowledge, particularly in the areas of differential diagnosis, interpretation of basic ultrasound findings, assistance in gynecological surgeries, and the management of physiological childbirth. The course fosters a comprehensive view of a woman as a whole and promotes an empathetic approach to the patient and her family.
Upon completion of the course, students should possess theoretical knowledge of the pathologies associated with different phases of a woman's life (childhood, reproductive age, postmenopause, senium). They should also understand the pathological course of pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. On a practical level, they should be able to take a comprehensive gynecological history, perform a gynecological examination, conduct basic gynecological ultrasound, and carry out basic fetal ultrasound examinations. Furthermore, they should be capable of assisting in gynecological surgeries, describing the principles of managing a physiological birth, practically perform neonatal resuscitation. The course provides key knowledge that every graduate of the general medicine program should master and serves as an essential foundation for further postgraduate education in the field of gynecology and obstetrics.
Prerequisites
Completing the prerequisite courses.
PGY/VA011 and PGY/VABP2

Assessment methods and criteria
Oral exam

Acquisition of theoretical knowledge about the pathologies of the various stages of a woman's life (childhood, reproductive age, postmenopause, senium), as well as the pathological course of pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Mastery of taking a comprehensive gynecological history, understanding the principles of gynecological examination, interpreting basic gynecological ultrasound examinations, performing basic fetal ultrasound examinations, the ability to assist in gynecological surgeries, and describing the principles of physiological childbirth. The ability to practically resuscitate a newborn.
Recommended literature
  • Oats, J.J.N., Boyle, J. (2022). Llewellyn-Jones Fundamentals of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Elsevier.
  • Pilka, R., Procházka, M. (2012). Gynecology. Olomouc.
  • Pilka, R., Procházka, M. (2012). Gynecology. Olomouc.
  • Procházka, M., Pilka, R. et al. (2012). Obstetrics. Olomouc.
  • Procházka, M., Pilka, R. (2012). Obstetrics. Olomouc.
  • Turková, M., Malínská, Z., Pilka, R. et al. (2022). Atlas of Ultrasound Images in Gynaecology and Obstetrics. Olomouc.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Study plan (Version): General Medicine (2025) Category: Medical sciences 6 Recommended year of study:6, Recommended semester: -