Faculty directly observe a resident performing a specific procedure (e.g. lumbar puncture, central line) and score them against a checklist. Multiple DOPS ratings across the residency contribute to competency sign-off.
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CBME (Competency-Based Medical Education)
Outcome-based training framework mandated by the NMC in India.
NMC (National Medical Commission)
India's statutory regulator for medical education, replacing the MCI in 2020.
PGMER 2023
Postgraduate Medical Education Regulations 2023, notified by the NMC.
MSR (Minimum Standard Requirements)
The NMC's college inspection standard for infrastructure, faculty and training.
Logbook (PG Medical)
Mandatory record of a resident's clinical work, procedures and academic activity.
IEC (Institutional Ethics Committee)
Body that approves research protocols involving human participants.