Medicine
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

TIP508

Course Name:

Neurosurgery

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
		5	5

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Prof. Dr. BERRİN ZÜHAL ALTUNKAYNAK

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The purpose of this course is to teach examination techniques and diagnostic methods of neurosurgical diseases as well as indications of medical and surgical approches.

Course Content:

Introductıon to Neurosurgery The Anatomy of the Central Nervous System Practice (Weekly Case Meeting) Neurophysiology The Radiological Fundamentals Short Neurological Examination Principles of Neurocritical Care Practice (Neurosurgical Ward) Intracranial Hypertension Hydrocephalus Diagnosis and Management of Head Trauma Practice (Operating Room) Diagnosis and Management of Brain Tumour Diagnosis and Management of Cerebrovascular Disease Student Seminar Molecular and Stem Cell Biology in the Central Nervous System Neuroanesthesia Practical (Operating Room – Neuroanesthesia)
Practice (Neurosurgical Ward) Practice (Weekly Case Meeting) Diagnosis and Management of Spinal Trauma Diagnosis and Management of Non-traumatic Spinal Disease Practice (Neurosurgical Ward) Journal Club Student Seminar Diagnosis and Management of Spinal Tumour Practice (Operating Room) Diagnosis and Management of Spine Disorder in Children Diagnosis and Management of Craniosynostosis Practice (Polyclinic) Diagnosis and Management of Cranial Developmental Abnormality Practice (Video Presentations) Diagnosis and Management of Peripheral Nerve Injury and Entrapment
Practice (Neurosurgical Ward) Practice (Weekly Case Meeting) The Radiotherapy and Radiosurgery Techniques for the Intracranial Tumour Epilepsy Surgery Functional Neurosurgery Journal Club Practice (Operating Room) Pain Surgery Neurosurgery Written and Oral Examination.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1)  Recognize common neurosurgical conditions presentations.
2)  Generate a differential diagnosis for common neurological complaints.
3)  Perform and interpret a neurological examination, localize a lesion based on clinical information and neurological examination.
4)  Develop a practical approach to the evaluation and management of common neurological complaints.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1)  Preparation of the neurosurgical patient for the operation
2)  Demonstrate a basic understanding of the common indications and interpretations for neurological diagnostics (e.g., EEG, EMG, lumbar puncture, CT and MR imaging, angiology, pathological examinations).
3)  Describe emergency neurosurgical conditions.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introductıon to Neurosurgery The Anatomy of the Central Nervous System Practice (Weekly Case Meeting) Neurophysiology The Radiological Fundamentals Short Neurological Examination Principles of Neurocritical Care Practice (Neurosurgical Ward) Intracranial Hypertension Hydrocephalus Diagnosis and Management of Head Trauma Practice (Operating Room) Diagnosis and Management of Brain Tumour Diagnosis and Management of Cerebrovascular Disease Student Seminar Molecular and Stem Cell Biology in the Central Nervous System Neuroanesthesia Practical (Operating Room – Neuroanesthesia)
2)	Practice (Neurosurgical Ward) Practice (Weekly Case Meeting) Diagnosis and Management of Spinal Trauma Diagnosis and Management of Non-traumatic Spinal Disease Practice (Neurosurgical Ward) Journal Club Student Seminar Diagnosis and Management of Spinal Tumour Practice (Operating Room) Diagnosis and Management of Spine Disorder in Children Diagnosis and Management of Craniosynostosis Practice (Polyclinic) Diagnosis and Management of Cranial Developmental Abnormality Practice (Video Presentations) Diagnosis and Management of Peripheral Nerve Injury and Entrapment
3)	Practice (Neurosurgical Ward) Practice (Weekly Case Meeting) The Radiotherapy and Radiosurgery Techniques for the Intracranial Tumour Epilepsy Surgery Functional Neurosurgery Journal Club Practice (Operating Room) Pain Surgery Neurosurgery Written and Oral Examination.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Handbook of Neurosurgery 7th edition Edition, 2010 Mark S. Greenberg Thieme Publishers New York ISBN-13: 978-1604063264, ISBN-10: 1604063262 Neurosurgery Board Review: Questions and Answers for Self-Assessment Dec 23, 2015, Thieme Publishers, by Cargill H. Alleyne and M. Neil Woodall, New York, ISBN-13: 978-1626231047 ISBN-10: 1626231044
References:	Handbook of Neurosurgery 7th edition Edition, 2010 Mark S. Greenberg Thieme Publishers New York ISBN-13: 978-1604063264, ISBN-10: 1604063262 Neurosurgery Board Review: Questions and Answers for Self-Assessment Dec 23, 2015, Thieme Publishers, by Cargill H. Alleyne and M. Neil Woodall, New York, ISBN-13: 978-1626231047 ISBN-10: 1626231044

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	3	4	6	2	5	7
Program Outcomes
1) Describe the basic structure, development and normal mechanisms of the human in terms of molecules, cells, tissues, organs and systems
2) Investigates the abnormal structures and mechanisms in the human body, explains with the information depending on high quality scientific research, evaluates the reason of the diseases regarding in the interaction of the individual with his environment
3) Gain knowledge about basic and clinical medicine
4) Apply the knowledge, skills and attitudes required by the patient management in accordance with the modern medical concept.
5) Apply basic medical procedures necessary for diagnosis and treatment of diseases
6) Perform first level treatment for common diseases in the community based on scientific data and by using highly effective methods
7) Treat patients in emergency situations and transport the patient when needed
8) Perform preventive medicine and forensic medicine applications
9) Evaluate the effects of environmental factors on human health
10) Gain knowledge about the structure and functioning of the National Health System
11) Advocate for the health promotion, and development of health care services for the benefits of the individuals in the community
12) Define legal responsibilities and ethical principles
13) Act in accordance with professional values, ethical principles and legal regulations
14) Take responsibility for lifelong learning and personal assessment
15) Organize and attend to scientific meetings and conduct scientific projects
16) Know at least one common foreign language sufficient to keep up with current medical literature and communicate with peers; and use statistics and computer programmes to evaluate scientific studies

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Describe the basic structure, development and normal mechanisms of the human in terms of molecules, cells, tissues, organs and systems	5
2)	Investigates the abnormal structures and mechanisms in the human body, explains with the information depending on high quality scientific research, evaluates the reason of the diseases regarding in the interaction of the individual with his environment	5
3)	Gain knowledge about basic and clinical medicine	5
4)	Apply the knowledge, skills and attitudes required by the patient management in accordance with the modern medical concept.	5
5)	Apply basic medical procedures necessary for diagnosis and treatment of diseases	4
6)	Perform first level treatment for common diseases in the community based on scientific data and by using highly effective methods	4
7)	Treat patients in emergency situations and transport the patient when needed	5
8)	Perform preventive medicine and forensic medicine applications	4
9)	Evaluate the effects of environmental factors on human health	5
10)	Gain knowledge about the structure and functioning of the National Health System	5
11)	Advocate for the health promotion, and development of health care services for the benefits of the individuals in the community	5
12)	Define legal responsibilities and ethical principles	5
13)	Act in accordance with professional values, ethical principles and legal regulations	5
14)	Take responsibility for lifelong learning and personal assessment	5
15)	Organize and attend to scientific meetings and conduct scientific projects	5
16)	Know at least one common foreign language sufficient to keep up with current medical literature and communicate with peers; and use statistics and computer programmes to evaluate scientific studies	5

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Q&A / Discussion
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment etc.)
Internship/Onsite Practice

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Oral Examination

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Final	1	% 50
Final Practice	1	% 50
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	12	3	36
Application	12	5	60
Study Hours Out of Class	12	2	24
Final	1	4	4
Total Workload			124