2.a.1 explain In-depth knowledge and understanding of theories, basics and updated biomedical, clinical epidemiological and socio behavioral science relevant to his specialty as well as the evidence – based application of this knowledge to patient care.

2.a.2 describe Basics, methodology, tools and ethics of scientific medical, clinical research.

2.a.3 Identify Ethical, medico logical principles and bylaws relevant to his practice in the field of Cardiothoracic Surgery.

2.a.4 discuss Principles and measurements of quality assurance and quality improvement in medical education and in clinical practice of

Cardiothoracic Surgery.

2.a.5 Demonstrate health care system, public health and health policy, issues relevant to this specialty and principles and methods of system – based improvement of patient care in common health problems of the field of Cardiothoracic Surgery.

2.b.1 Interpret available data to manage Cardiothoracic Surgery related conditions / problem / topics.

2.b.2- Design an algorithm to “approaches clinical situations related to Cardiothoracic Surgery.

2.b.3 Plan research projects.

2.c.6 Write competently all forms of patient charts and sheets including reports evaluating these charts and sheets.( Write and evaluate a consultation note, Inform patients of a diagnosis and therapeutic plan, completing and evaluating comprehensive timely and legible medical records).