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Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

You will solve medical-surgical problems of the airways, infections, metabolism and nutrition, and cardiac-respiratory arrest. You will also provide neurological support and comprehensive monitoring of pediatric patients in critical condition.
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Description

The Specialist in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, through medical practice supported by an educational methodology focused on problem-solving, becomes highly competent in their specific area of action.

The duration of the Specialty in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine is 2 years.

Required Academic Background: 3 years of Pediatric Specialty.


Primary Clinical Site 

  • Christus Muguerza Group

    • High Specialty Hospital

  • Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) 

    • High Specialization Medical Unit, Specialties Hospital No. 25

    • High Specialization Medical Unit, Cardiology Hospital No. 34

  • Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers (ISSSTE) 

    • Regional Hospital of Monterrey

Recognition of Official Validity of Studies (RVOE) granted by the Secretary of Public Education according to agreement: 20120188

Objective

To train competent professionals in resolving problems in critically ill pediatric patients, within a spirit of humanism and reflection, leading to patient care within a quality environment that promotes research and continuous medical education in the framework of pediatric intensive care in Mexico and abroad. Additionally, to use the scientific method as a habitual instrument of their professional development and as a participatory instrument in advanced research in their area of specialization. Establishing the physician-patient relationship, physician-family, physician-colleague, and physician-team relationship with quality and human warmth in the practice of their profession.

Admission profile

Knowledge

  • Understand the scientific fundamentals of medicine, particularly in Pediatrics.

  • Possess extensive knowledge of scientific methodology and epidemiological methods.

  • Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish.

  • Comprehend and translate from the English language.

Skills

  • Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in pediatrics.

  • Work effectively in a team.

  • Basic internet management skills.

  • Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Ability to use statistical packages.

Attitudes

  • Show warmth and availability in patient and family care.

  • Possess values of honesty and respect for others.

  • Cultivate the habit of studying and participating in continuous education activities.

  • Promote a healthy lifestyle to prevent diseases and enjoy a better quality of life.

Graduate profile

Upon completion of your studies in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, you will have developed the following knowledge:

Upon completion of your studies in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, you will have developed the following skills:

Upon completion of your studies in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, you will have developed the following attitudes:

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Curriculum

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First year
Code Course Credits
ESIP1001 Clinical Training I 70
ESIP1002  Hemodynamic Monitoring and Support 6
ESIP1003 Respiratory Monitoring and Support 4
ESIP1004 Neurological Monitoring and Support 4
ESIP1005 Renal, Enteral, and Metabolic Monitoring and Support 4
ESIP1006 Trauma and Intoxications in Pediatrics 4
ESIP1007 Research I 12
ESIP1008 Education I 6
Second year
Code Course Credits
ESIP2001 Clinical Training II 70
ESIP2002

Infectious and Hematological Monitoring and Support

6
ESIP2003

Management of Critically Ill Newborn

4
ESIP2004 Genomic and Immunological Medicine 4
ESIP2005

Administration, Leadership, and Ethics in PICU

4
ESIP2006 Transplants in Medical Practice 4
ESIP2007 Research II 12
ESIP2008 Education II 6

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