Redesign of the Orthopedics and Traumatology program for the fifth year of Medicine

Abstract

The need to update content, methodologies, and teaching strategies responds to ongoing scientific and technological advances, as well as the changing demands of the current healthcare system. This article proposes a redesign of the Orthopedics and Traumatology curriculum for the fifth year of the Medical School program at the University of Medical Sciences of Pinar del Río, with the goal of improving student training in this fundamental discipline. The curriculum redesign focuses on competency development, integrating theoretical and practical knowledge through active methodologies, clinical simulations, and an interdisciplinary perspective. To carry out this proposal, various methods were employed, including documentary analysis of programs from other institutions, interviews with experts, and surveys of students and faculty. The results showed a positive assessment of the incorporation of active methodologies, the use of clinical simulations, and the integration of an interdisciplinary approach. In conclusion, the modernization of the Orthopedics and Traumatology program will significantly contribute to a more comprehensive and competent training of future physicians, promoting meaningful learning aligned with international standards.