DOW Medical College

Dow Medical college ranked on 3rd according to HEC.

Dow Medical College is a constituent college of the Dow University of Health Sciences, established on 29th December 2003. Dow Medical College (DMC) is the oldest medical college in Sindh and the second oldest in the country. A medical school for licentiate physicians was established at Hyderabad Sindh in 1881. In 1941 this medical school was given the status of medical college to impart training for MBBS Course. This college was under Bombay University.

This medical college at Hyderabad was inaugurated by Sir Francis Moody, first Governor of Sindh and the first batch of forty five students including one Muslim female student was admitted. This college was shifted to Karachi on 10th Dec 1945. The foundation stone of the present premises was laid by Sir Hugh Dow, the then governor of Sindh, hence the college was renamed as ‘Dow Medical College’ in the honour of Governor of Sindh. In December 2003 after the establishment of Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi. Dow Medical College became a constituent institution of Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi. Dow Medical College has a highly qualified and experienced faculty who have participated in many National and International conferences, seminars and workshops etc.Since the establishment of Dow University facilities for students and doctors have been improved drastically. The lecture halls, tutorial rooms, museum and laboratories are air conditioned, every lecture hall has multimedia and computers. The common room and canteens are fully renovated. There is a round the clock generator facility. New academic block has also been completed with state of the art lecture halls and tutorial rooms. All the basic sciences departments have been extensively renovated having tutorial rooms, museum and well equipped laboratories. The department of anatomy has one of the best plastic museums in the country. Currently major projects of modernization of the college is in progress.

Frequently asked interview questions for jobs and admission in any institution

Interview questions may vary but in essence they are all trying to establish the following:

1. Your skills and experience to do the job/field
2. Your enthusiasm and interest for the job/field
3. Whether you will fit in

If you can answer these questions, using real-life examples to illustrate your points, then you should be able to answer most of the questions that arise including the following frequently asked questions.

Tell me about yourself?
This question or something similar usually starts every interview.  Your answer should be well-rehearsed, confidently delivered and last between 3-5 minutes.  It should also:
Focus on the areas of most relevance to the job/field in question
Include some impressive achievements e.g. improvements made
Convey your enthusiasm for the job/field
Avoid personal or irrelevant information e.g. your children, un-related jobs/fields

What are your key skills/strengths?
Focus on what you know they are looking for, even if it has been a smaller part of what you have been doing to date.  The job advert or person specification form will give you the information you need about their requirements.

What are your weaknesses?
Choose a weakness that: Doesn't matter for the job/field e.g. languages for a UK firm.  Is a positive e.g. "I like to make things happen and get frustrated if too long is spent sitting around discussing it without action"
Used to be a weakness but which you have improved upon e.g. presentations

Why did you leave your last job/academy/city?
Your answer should be positive and upbeat even if the circumstances were difficult.  If you were made redundant, depersonalise it by talking about company restructuring rather than your individual circumstance.  Never criticise a previous employer no matter how tempting.

Why do you want this job/field?
Your answer should reinforce why you are such a good fit for the job and then convey your enthusiasm for the role e.g.

Good match between your skills and their requirements
Interested in the product/market/sector
Company's excellent reputation, exciting challenge etc.
Do not say (even if it's true) that you just need a job/programm, or you want it because it's local.
Tell me about a difficult scenario at work and how you dealt with it
They are testing how you cope under pressure as well as your problem-solving and communication skills.  Good examples are where you:

Helped resolve or improve a difficult situation
Were resilient in adverse conditions
Showed emotional intelligence and cool-headedness
Avoid any examples which still feel sensitive, because in a high-pressure interview situation, old emotions can easily resurface and throw you off balance.
Tell me about an achievement of which you are proud?
Choose work-related examples that shows a tangible benefit to the business.   Personal achievements should only be included if they are very impressive or prestigous. More experienced candidates looking for a specific roles .

What are your career goals?
They are checking if you are likely to stay and if so, for how long.  Reassure the employer that the role you are applying for fits your career plan and your longer term commitment to the company.

What are your salary/fee expectations?
Salary/fee negotiations are best handled at the job/field offer stage so try to avoid this at interview if you can.  If forced to name a price, give a realistic but wide salary/fee range and say that you feel that salary/fee won't be an issue if you decide to work together.

What do you know about our organisation/institution?
You need to know the following:

Company structure, finances, products and services, key staff
Customers and competitors
Market trends and challenges.

Generally they also asked some course related questions
 eg
 What is the height of K2?
Pak-China border length is ?
Also like Phy ,Bio and chemistry courses related questions .
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Editor Akhi

Psychiatry or Psychology

Psychology:-

                         The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behaviour in a given context.

synonyms:-study of the mind, science of the mind, science of the personality, study of the mental processes

                    "she has a degree in psychology"

Psychiatry:-

              The study and treatment of mental illness, emotional disturbance, and abnormal behavior.

What's the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?

        The short answer is, psychiatrists are medical doctors and psychologists are not. The suffix "-iatry" means "medical treatment," and "-logy" means "science" or "theory." So psychiatry is the medical treatment of the psyche, and psychology is the science of the psyche.

Their Credentials

Psychiatrists begin their careers in medical school. After earning their MD, they go on to four years of residency training in mental health, typically at a hospital's psychiatric department. After completing their residency, these physicians can be licensed to practice psychiatry. In order to become a Psychiatrist one must first study complete MBBS and then take a specialization in that stream.

Psychologists go through five to seven years of academic graduate study, culminating in a doctorate degree. They may hold a PhD or a PsyD. Those who are mainly interested in clinical psychology -- treating patients as opposed to focusing on research -- may pursue a PsyD.Licensing requirements for psychologists vary from state to state, but at least a one- or two-year internship is required to apply for a license to practice psychology.

Prescribing Powers

As medical doctors, psychiatrists can do what most psychologists cannot: They can even prescribe drugs.But a psychologist has no power to prescribe drugs.

Key differentiators between Psychology and Psychiatry:-

There are many differences between Psychology and Psychiatry. One of the first dissimilarity would be the varied nomenclature. Psychiatrists and Psychologists over and over again treat the same issues, in different ways. Psychotherapy techniques facilitate both fields to work on the research side and the practicing side. Psychiatrists are basically doctors with certification of MD or DO. On the other hand a Psychologist is less medically oriented and more scientifically rooted. Even though Psychology and Psychiatry can handle similar patients and caseloads, there is difference in their philosophy. One main difference is that a Psychologist does not have the power to prescribe medication to their patients, as long as there is no consultation with and approved licensed Psychiatrist. A Psychiatrist usually treats illnesses through medicines and less on psychotherapy, and a Psychologists way opposite, since most cannot prescribe medication.

Future :-

Both a psychologist and a psychiatrist are Doctors, however, someone practice psychology has earned a doctorate degree that is either a PhD or a PsyD, whereas someone practicing psychiatry is a medical doctor. Both career choices require several years of commitment to studies and both are rewarding careers that offer a variety of subfields in which you can practice. The career outlook for both positions have been and will continue to be good career options. The salaries vary depending on the field of psychiatry and/or psychology you choose to specialize in, however, a psychiatrist typically earns a larger yearly income than a psychologist due to the medical degree.

Scope :-

Psychology :- Psychology future in Pakistan is very good and there are many options available for psychologists in Pakistan. Students with Masters in Psychology are usually employed, depending upon their specialization, by multinationals, health and education sectors. In multinationals they are employed in research, human resources and training. In health sector they are employed as clinical psychologist, psychometrician, addiction and family counsellor and education sector  employed them as school psychologist, guidance counsellor and teacher. Beside that many students opt for teaching profession (psychology) in public and private institutions.

 
Psychiatrist :-As psychiatrist has also better scope in Pakistan as well as better salary .

          

Remember your decision for getting into psychology field should not be based only on job prospects, rather it should be based on your interest and passion. Technological advancement rapidly changing the nature and scope of occupations. Therefore don't expect that you'll end up only in the above mentioned sectors/options. There will be many more occupational options available to you by the time you'll finish your school.

Moral:-                     I think you guys get it .If you don’t understand it then I think so you need a Psychiatrist/ Psychologist.

Why do we need to Hug?

Hugging therapy is definitely a powerful way of healing. Research shows that hugging (and also laughter) is extremely effective at healing sickness, disease, loneliness, depression, anxiety and stress.

Research shows a proper deep hug, where the hearts are pressing together, can benefit you in these ways:

1. The nurturing touch of a hug builds trust and a sense of safety. This helps with open and honest communication.

2. Hugs can instantly boost oxytocin levels, which heal feelings of loneliness, isolation, and anger.

3. Holding a hug for an extended time lifts one's serotonin levels, elevating mood and creating happiness

4. Hugs strengthen the immune system. The gentle pressure on the sternum and the emotional charge this creates activates the Solar Plexus Chakra. This stimulates the thymus gland, which regulates and balances the body's production of white blood cells, which keep you healthy and disease free.

5. Hugging boosts self-esteem. From the time we're born our family's touch shows us that we're loved and special. The associations of self-worth and tactile sensations from our early years are still imbedded in our nervous system as adults. The cuddles we received from our Mom and Dad while growing up remain imprinted at a cellular level, and hugs remind us at a somatic level of that. Hugs, therefore, connect us to our ability to self love.

6. Hugging relaxes muscles. Hugs release tension in the body. Hugs can take away pain; they soothe aches by increasing circulation into the soft tissues.

7. Hugs balance out the nervous system. The galvanic skin response of someone receiving and giving a hug shows a change in skin conductance. The effect in moisture and electricity in the skin suggests a more balanced state in the nervous system - parasympathetic.

8. Hugs teach us how to give and receive. There is equal value in receiving and being receptive to warmth, as to giving and sharing. Hugs educate us how love flows both ways.

9. Hugs are so much like meditation and laughter. They teach us to let go and be present in the moment. They encourage us to flow with the energy of life. Hugs get you out of your circular thinking patterns and connect you with your heart and your feelings and your breath.

10. The energy exchange between the people hugging is an investment in the relationship. It encourages empathy and understanding. And, it's synergistic, which means the whole is more than the sum of its parts: 1 1 = 3 or more! This synergy is more likely to result in win-win outcomes.

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Why our brain more work at night than at daytime?

Studies haven't been able to explain the mechanisms behind this amazing result that the brain is more active at night than at during day time.

 Some reasons are these:-

• Our believe is that during day time we have to do many works, so we can’t concentrate one thing.

 • During day time the sunlight stimulates and divert our mind to do many things.

 • The watch we see also stimulate our minds. Like sometime if you wake up at 8am and see a watch that has a wrong time like 3 am then you sleep again.

•        The sound at day time also divert our mind to many thing memories to do.

•        At night the dark outside fear also stimulates our mind to not memorize outside works.

•        If we are working in a cellar , so our brain work just like at night time.

•        In all above reason hardworking students study at night time ,they get the topic in few minutes and they easily do that in exams.
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How to solve coding and decoding aptitude questions..

Code is related to secret language, system of sign, secret writing etc. Codes are used to communicate secretly. But in competitive examination question related to coding and decoding are asked just to test the logical ability of the candidate.

Types of coding:

There are no specific types of coding, But in competitive examination question related to the coding and decoding are can be categorised as

Letter coding

Letter and number coding

Mix coding.

Letter coding

IN letter coding codes are written in alphabet in logical way. In competitive exam questions you will ask to code or decode the word or statement given.

Question on coding and decoding.

1. Example

If BASE is coded as CBTF. How will you code the word ACID?

Soution:

This is the simple question. Here the word BASE is coded is CBTF. And we asked to code for ACID. For solving this question we have to identify the relation between letters of BASE and CBTF.
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solve coding and decoding aptitude questions 2

Here Example No1
If MOBILE is coded as OQDKNG. How will you code TABLET.

Solution:

This question is similar to the previous one. Only the difference is that the alphabet is to two letters ahead.



M —–(N)——> O

O —–(P)——> Q

B —–(C)——> D

I —–(J)——> K

L —–(M)——> N

E —–(F)——> G



In the same way we have to code for TABLET



T —–(U)——> V

A —–(B)——> C

B —–(C)——> D

L —–(M)——> N

E —–(F)——> G

T —–(U)——> V



Thus TABLET should be coded as VCDNGV.

example 2
n certain code BRAIN is coded as CQBHO. How will you code TALENT?

Here the the question does not look simple. But when you write the letters in sequence it becomes simple one.

B —–>C

R<—– Q

A——>B

I<——H

N——>O

Here letters are shifted alternately one step forward and backward. Therefor in same code we can write code for talent as

T —–>U

A<—– Z

L——>M

E<——D

N——>O

T<——S

Thus we can code TALENT as UZMDOS

example no 3
If POOR is coded as ONNQ. How will you code RICH?

This question becomes simple to solve when you write the word and its code vertically in front of each other?

P <—–O

O<—– N

O<——N

R<——Q

We can easily decode the sequencing of alphabate in above code. Here each letter is shifted backward by one letter. Therefor in similar way we can write the code for RICH as follows

R <—–Q

I <—– H

C <——B

H<——G



Thus the code for RICH is QHBG.

How to solve MCAT MCQs

1.. Read the multiple choice question carefully and think of an answer before you see your choices. Read the choices to see if your answer is there. If so, it is probably right. Read the other answers quickly to be certain.
2.. If your answer is not one of the choices, then read all the choices carefully and start to eliminate choices.
3.. Cross out any answers that are obviously wrong.
4... When you narrow your choices to two, try each answer with the question to see if they both make sense. Sometimes you'll find a hidden clue, like a subject/verb agreement that gives it away.
5.. If you are confused by "all of the above" and "none of the above" questions and they tend to take up too much time, leave all of those blank and go back to them. These questions have an element of logic to them, and some people take longer than others to work out logic problems. If you find that they require a little extra concentration, you may need to treat them as a separate section.
6.. If you are stumped about a word, dissect it for clues. Think about the meanings of the prefix or suffix. Compare it to other words that start with the same letters. For example, the prefix "epi" is found in the word epidermis, which refers to the top layer of the skin. What can you discern, then, about a plant called an "epiphyte?" Would it have roots that stretch deep into the dirt or would it grow on the surface of something?
7... Don’t second-guess yourself. If you make an educated guess the first time around, don’t go back and start changing your answers around.
8.. Keep an eye on the clock to give yourself time to re-visit the questions you left blank.
9... If all else fails, choose B or C! A few studies show that those answers are correct at a slightly higher rate than A or D.

How to Prepare yourself for MCAT

Here are the tips for the preparation of MCAT. Students should not be confused. here are tips for preparation of physics, chemistry and biology.
1. Physics
Dear students, the MCQs of physics in the paper are both easy and difficult. There are a total of 44 MCQs. Out of them, about 36 mcqs are quite easy and can be said as book lines. However, remaining 8 mcqs are not as such from the book. These mcqs are always world known and conceptual, not too difficult but quite interesting. In order not to lose 50 marks, which literally DECIDE YOUR MERIT, you have to be keen about those 8 mcqs as well.These mcqs involve diagrams and calculations etc, but are not so difficult. But you must have once gone through them before the entrance test. That's it!!
2. Chemistry
There are a total of 58 mcqs in chemistry. According to the updated syllabus, 2012-2013 about 52 mcqs are quite lenient(no diagrams), but remaining may contain diagrams and the most important questions in the form of diagrams come from AMINO ACIDS and MACROMOLECULES. Moreover, you should have FULL GRIP on your organic chemistry. Because 30 questions are from organic chemistry only. A good teacher can help you master the organic chemistry. If you think that first year chemistry is difficult then don't waste all your time on learning it only. There are 18 mcqs from first year and 40 from second year. So, try to keep a balance. That's it!!
3. Biology
There are 88 mcqs in biology paper. Dear students, ALL THESE MCQs are SIMPLE BOOK LINES except a few (3 or 4). So, you have to prepare it necessarily from book. I don't say that simply CRAM the book lines. You should learn all the topics of Biology like a story, yes a scientific story. Don't cram same to same book words but try to learn everything that is written in the book. And you need not learn any key books or notes in order to GET CONCEPTS. I can say, with extreme honesty that all the concepts are easily available in our textbook. So, you must take your textbook as reference. Learn everything from it, because not even a single word in mcat is from outside the range of your book. So, plz be serious about it. That's it....!
4. English
Now comes the embarrassing question of English (embarrassing for most of the students..). Actually the paper consists of 30 mcqs. These mcqs are very very important in deciding your merit. There are roughly 2 categories of questions:

Vocabulary (4 fill in the blanks and 10 synonyms)
Correction (6 Spot the Error and 10 choose the correct sentence)

So, you have to focus on these 2 things and I CLAIM that VOCABULARY is MORE IMPORTANT. Not even a single question in the paper of English is without the use of Vocabulary( given by UHS in syllabus "Essential Word Power"). So, you must have firm grip on these 872 vocabulary words. These are very very difficult words and have been eliminated from the Oxford Dictionary. At least, you must know the meaning of each and every word. This will cause your avoirdupois of English be reduced.
In grammar, you should know only the basic and primal concepts of tenses and PREPOSITION. You must learn all the basics, only basics not detailed concepts of verb, adverb, adjective, etc. These questions are very easy for those who are good at English and have a good base. but the students who need improvement must CONCENTRATE on English Grammar and general rules. These rules are taught by teachers. So, prefer them or simply read books for grammar like Captain and Bright. I personally prefer Captain Key book( only its Grammar portion). Thus the key to at least 25 correct questions in English is THE GRIP ON VOCABULARY. That's it!!!!

by : a medical student..

How to improve Memory

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Do you find yourself forgetting where you left your keys or blanking out information on important tests? Fortunately, there are things that you can do to help improve your memory. Before your next big exam, be sure to check out some of these tried and tested techniques for improving memory. These strategies have been established within cognitive psychology literature to improve memory, enhance recall and increase retention of information.
1. Focus your attention on the materials you are studying.
Attention is one of the major components of memory. In order for information to move from short-term memory into long-term memory, you need to actively attend to this information. Try to study in a place free of distractions such as television, music and other diversions.

2. Avoid cramming by establishing regular study sessions.
According to Bjork (2001), studying materials over a number of session's gives you the time you need to adequately process the information. Research has shown that students who study regularly remember the material far better than those who do all of their studying in one marathon session.
3. Structure and organize the information you are studying.
Researchers have found that information is organized in memory in related clusters. You can take advantage of this by structuring and organizing the materials you are studying. Try grouping similar concepts and terms together, or make an outline of your notes and textbook readings to help group related concepts.
4. Utilize mnemonic devices to remember information.
Mnemonic devices are a technique often used by students to aid in recall. A mnemonic is simply a way to remember information. For example, you might associate a term you need to remember with a common item that you are very familiar with. The best mnemonics are those that utilize positive imagery, humor or novelty. You might come up with a rhyme, song or joke to help remember a specific segment of information.
5. Elaborate and rehearse the information you are studying.
In order to recall information, you need to encode what you are studying into long-term memory. One of the most effective encoding techniques is known as elaborative rehearsal. An example of this technique would be to read the definition of a key term, study the definition of that term and then read a more detailed description of what that term means. After repeating this process a few times, you'll probably notice that recalling the information is much easier.
6. Relate new information to things you already know.
When you are studying unfamiliar material, take the time to think about how this information relates to things that you already know. By establishing relationships between new ideas and previously existing memories, you can dramatically increase the likelihood of recalling the recently learned information.
7. Visualize concepts to improve memory and recall.
Many people benefit greatly from visualizing the information they study. Pay attention to the photographs, charts and other graphics in your textbooks. If you do not have visual cues to help, try creating your own. Draw charts or figures in the margins of your notes or use highlighters or pens in different colors to group related ideas in your written study materials.
8. Teach new concepts to another person.
Research suggests that reading materials out loud significantly improves memory of the material. Educators and psychologists have also discovered that having students actually teach new concepts to others enhances understanding and recall. You can use this approach in your own studies by teaching new concepts and information to a friend or study partner.
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9. Pay extra attention to difficult information.
Have you ever noticed how it's sometimes easier to remember information at the beginning or end of a chapter? Researchers have found that the order of information can play a role in recall, which is known as the serial position effect. While recalling middle information can be difficult, you can overcome this problem by spending extra time rehearsing this information. Another strategy is to try restructuring what you have learned so it will be easier to remember. When you come across an especially difficult concept, devote some extra time to memorizing the information.
10. Vary your study routine.
Another great way to increase your recall is to occasionally change your study routine. If you are accustomed to studying in one specific location, try moving to a different spot during your next study session. If you study in the evening, try spending a few minutes each morning reviewing the information you studied the previous night. By adding an element of novelty to your study sessions, you can increase the effectiveness of your efforts and significantly improve your long-term recall.