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Dual-degree MBBS-MPH programs in Saudi Arabia: A call for implementation.
Ahmed Abu-Zaid1,2, Abdulaziz M Eshaq1, Khaled Alkattan1
1College of Medicine, Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
|April 16, 2019
Summary
Dual-degree programs combining medical (MBBS) and public health (MPH) training are essential for producing well-rounded physicians. Implementing these programs in Saudi Arabia and globally can bridge the gap between patient care and community health.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Public Health
- Healthcare Policy
Background:
- Current healthcare challenges necessitate a multidisciplinary approach addressing both symptoms and root causes.
- Medical training (MBBS) primarily focuses on clinical skills, while public health training (MPH) emphasizes community health improvement.
- A gap exists between individual patient treatment and broader community health strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To advocate for the implementation of dual-degree Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Master of Public Health (MPH) programs.
- To highlight the necessity of integrating clinical and public health knowledge for medical graduates.
- To propose a model for bridging the gap between patient care and community health initiatives.
Main Methods:
- This communication presents a perspective on the need for dual-degree programs.
- It discusses the background, rationale, benefits, and curriculum design considerations for MBBS-MPH programs.
- It draws examples from existing MD-MPH programs in the United States.
Main Results:
- Over 80 medical schools in the US offer joint MD-MPH programs, demonstrating their established value.
- Saudi Arabia currently lacks such integrated programs.
- The proposed dual-degree programs offer a pathway to producing physicians skilled in both treatment and prevention.
Conclusions:
- Dual-degree MBBS-MPH programs are crucial for developing comprehensive medical professionals capable of addressing complex health issues.
- Implementing these programs in Saudi Arabia is a critical step towards enhancing national health outcomes.
- The model of integrated medical and public health education should be considered globally for medical curricula.
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