CP.FR 5220: Fundamentals of Clinical Reasoning

This course introduces the foundational principles and cognitive processes of clinical reasoning that underpin effective decision-making. Students will explore how clinicians gather and interpret patient information, generate differential diagnoses, and select diagnostic and therapeutic strategies while integrating scientific evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values.

Key topics include frameworks of clinical reasoning, common sources of diagnostic error, and strategies to reduce them. Through case-based learning, guided practice, and reflective exercises, students will develop skills in clinical judgment, critical thinking, and evidence-informed decision-making. Learners will also gain proficiency in searching for and evaluating evidence-based methods and management strategies to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care.