The New Times (Kigali)
30 September 2008
Uncertainty has of recent emerged at the medical school of The National University of Rwanda (NUR) over the head of faculty's decision to abruptly bring in or introduce a 7th year programme in the medical curriculum.
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Seven years for medical school is not a bad idea actually.
If it is well analysed and planned it would bring greater benefits for Rwandan graduates. This would put Rwanda in line with the UK and many other major countries, medical school programs.
If was asked my input to it I would say this; 5years for a medical school graduates as a generalist, in this respect those who finish these 5years would work as family doctors, publics heath planning and protection etc, then add 2 years to become a specilist or a consultant in a particular field. Remember we have a huge shortage of skills in heart, brain operations etc...
Many Thanks
Claude (London)