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=== ''Vidhi Vimarsha'' ===

=== ''Vidhi Vimarsha'' ===

The text of charak Samhita is several thousand years old. It provides holoisic solutions for the people and society. World has changed since, with change in thinking, lifestyle and technological advancements but, many of the guiding principles are still applicable Following should be applicable now.

The text of [[Charaka Samhita]] is several thousand years old. It provides holistic solutions for the people and society. World has changed since, with change in thinking, lifestyle and technological advancements but, many of the guiding principles are still applicable Following should be applicable now.

Selection of medical treatise:

 

In the last century, there has been significant change in how medical education is imparted, specially Ayurvedic education. Since olden times, Ayurvedic teacher would select a sudent and provide both theoretical and practical training by a process called Guru/shishya (student/teacher) relationship. Student was also guided how to select the medical treatise, criteria for which is descrbed in the text above. These days, books are recommended by the faculty of medical schools according to the syllabus. Guidelines given in the text are still useful in selecting any worth reading book on a particular subject.

==== Selection of medical treatise ====

Ideal presentation of text:

 

Treatise should be such that is understood by all students with different levels of intelligence. Repetition of the same principles which only increases the exercise of studying should not be present. It should include a concise and accurate statement of fact or concept followed by explanation with supportive examples using common language words. The words used should not be difficult for hearing, spelling, remembering and use of infamous words should be avoided. The sentence used for explanation should give complete and correct meaning and sequencing should be in a way to achieve clear stepwise and comprehensive understanding of the topic. The chapter or subject should be well placed and related topic should follow in order. The content in the book should be very effective, attractive and giving complete knowledge without repetition. Various graphs, flow charts, diagrams pictures and colour plates which generates interest within the readers should be included.  

In the last century, there has been significant change in how medical education is imparted, specially Ayurvedic education. Since olden times, Ayurvedic teacher would select a student and provide both theoretical and practical training by a process called ''Guru''/''shishya'' (student/teacher) relationship. Student was also guided how to select the medical treatise, criteria for which is described in the text above. These days, books are recommended by the faculty of medical schools according to the syllabus. Guidelines given in the text are still useful in selecting any worth reading book on a particular subject.

 

==== Ideal presentation of text ====

 

Treatise should be such that is understood by all students with different levels of intelligence. Repetition of the same principles which only increases the exercise of studying should not be present. It should include a concise and accurate statement of fact or concept followed by explanation with supportive examples using common language words. The words used should not be difficult for hearing, spelling, remembering and use of infamous words should be avoided. The sentence used for explanation should give complete and correct meaning and sequencing should be in a way to achieve clear stepwise and comprehensive understanding of the topic. The chapter or subject should be well placed and related topic should follow in order. The content in the book should be very effective, attractive and giving complete knowledge without repetition. Various graphs, flow charts, diagrams pictures and color plates which generates interest within the readers should be included.  

 

The conclusions of explanation should be perfect and unalterable. The principles mentioned in text should be the same from beginning to the end.  

The conclusions of explanation should be perfect and unalterable. The principles mentioned in text should be the same from beginning to the end.  

In present context, the guidelines for writing a research paper or an article or a monograph include all the points mentioned in the text. The principles to write considering reader’s psyche are important and shall be followed for making a good treatise. Caraka Samhita follows the same principles of presentation.

 

Qualities of a teacher.

In present context, the guidelines for writing a research paper or an article or a monograph include all the points mentioned in the text. The principles to write considering reader’s psyche are important and shall be followed for making a good treatise. [[Charaka Samhita]] follows the same principles of presentation.

Teacher influences the life of a student. A teacher should have complete theoretical and practical knowledge of Ayurved. The qualities of an ideal teacher are described in the text. Furthermore, keeping the competency of medical education in mind, the teacher should have knowledge of contemporary sciences and should behave with care and unbiase to the students. Teacher should not be egoistic and jealous. He should enjoy his teaching and not feel burden of teaching even if he needs to repeat. He should understand the lifestyle, psychiatric and body constitution of his patients and convey the same to his students. Significance of each symptom and sign seen in patient should be noted with help of sense organs and the same clinical methods should be explained to the students.  

 

A good teacher plays significant role in making life of a student. Even today, in ayurvedic practice, guru-shishya parampara (traditional learning through students statying with teachers) exists, that is the most effective method of learning practical applications of principles of ayurveda.  

==== Qualities of a teacher ====

Qualities of an ideal student:

 

Today, with the increasing demand of education for all, the students are taught in the classrooms in a group. However, the best teacher develops a one-to-one interaction with each student to make him inform about the knowledge. The student must possess some qualities and develop learning skills to receive the information and follow instructions given by teacher. Student should be physically and menatly able to perform his duties as a fuiure physician, surgeon, teacher, and/or researcher.  

Teacher influences the life of a student. A teacher should have complete theoretical and practical knowledge of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ayurveda Ayurveda]. The qualities of an ideal teacher are described in the text. Furthermore, keeping the competency of medical education in mind, the teacher should have knowledge of contemporary sciences and should behave with care and unbiased to the students. Teacher should not be egoistic and jealous. He should enjoy his teaching and not feel burden of teaching even if he needs to repeat. He should understand the lifestyle, psychiatric and body constitution of his patients and convey the same to his students. Significance of each symptom and sign seen in patient should be noted with help of sense organs and the same clinical methods should be explained to the students.  

He should follow sadvritta and should be respectful to teacher so as to gain more and more knowledge in each aspect of life. He should engage in frequent academic dialogue with fellow students and teachers. His mind should be focused on his goal. He should have fixed aim of attaining the knowledge about the topic. Student should concentrate on acquiring good qualities and should particpate in extra curricular activities like sports and debate etc. Retaining power of the student should be good.  

 

A good teacher plays significant role in making life of a student. Even today, in Ayurvedic practice, ''guru-shishya parampara'' (traditional learning through students staying with teachers) exists, that is the most effective method of learning practical applications of principles of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ayurveda Ayurveda].  

 

==== Qualities of an ideal student ====

 

Today, with the increasing demand of education for all, the students are taught in the classrooms in a group. However, the best teacher develops a one-to-one interaction with each student to make him inform about the knowledge. The student must possess some qualities and develop learning skills to receive the information and follow instructions given by teacher. Student should be physically and mentally able to perform his duties as a future physician, surgeon, teacher, and/or researcher.  

 

He should follow ''sadvritta'' and should be respectful to teacher so as to gain more and more knowledge in each aspect of life. He should engage in frequent academic dialogue with fellow students and teachers. His mind should be focused on his goal. He should have fixed aim of attaining the knowledge about the topic. Student should concentrate on acquiring good qualities and should participate in extra curricular activities like sports and debate etc. Retaining power of the student should be good.  

 

Inference made after discussion and considering both the positive and negative points, student should have such qualities of understanding what and which are the positive and negative effects of each and every action he does. Secondly, he should have sharp memory, broad minded and he should be forgiving and should help others.

Inference made after discussion and considering both the positive and negative points, student should have such qualities of understanding what and which are the positive and negative effects of each and every action he does. Secondly, he should have sharp memory, broad minded and he should be forgiving and should help others.

Medical ethics and social behavious of a doctor:

 

Manners and social behavior of doctor is very important. The doctor has prime importance in the society owing to his health-care responsibilities. Also, the medico-legal aspect while treating patient in emergency medical care, and treating patient of opposite gender must be kept in mind to avoid legal issues. The ethical code of conduct of the society or country where he/she lives shall be followed.

==== Medical ethics and social behaviors of a doctor ====

Conferences (acquiring cumulative wisdom):

 

In seminars and conferences, research papers and case reports are presented which help in acquiring knowledge to provide better care to the patients. Healthy discussion brings about growth in knowledge, increases enlightenment and is helpful in preparation for competition. Sharpness and clarity of knowledge is increased. Vocabulary is increased and also interpretation power is increased.

Manners and social behavior of doctor is very important. The doctor has prime importance in the society owing to his health-care responsibilities. Also, the medico-legal aspect while treating patient in emergency medical care, and treating patient of opposite gender must be kept in mind to avoid legal issues. The ethical code of conduct of the society or country where he/she lives shall be followed.

==== Conferences (acquiring cumulative wisdom) ====

 

In seminars and conferences, research papers and case reports are presented which help in acquiring knowledge to provide better care to the patients. Healthy discussion brings about growth in knowledge, increases enlightenment and is helpful in preparation for competition. Sharpness and clarity of knowledge is increased. Vocabulary is increased and also interpretation power is increased.

 

The guidelines to be followed while participating in a discussion to make it more beneficial are described in the text.  The points that should be considered while preparing a paper for presentation are applicable for effective communication.  

The guidelines to be followed while participating in a discussion to make it more beneficial are described in the text.  The points that should be considered while preparing a paper for presentation are applicable for effective communication.  

Examination of patient:

 

It is important to assess physical and mental state of the patient and the naure of medicine for treatment.           

==== Examination of patient ====

Prakriti examination:

 

It is important to assess physical and mental state of the patient and the nature of medicine for treatment.  

          

==== ''Prakriti'' examination ====

 

The prakriti or basic constitution is very important to be investigated to know overall health status of a person. The place of birth, place of living, place of work is important for identifying the ethnic habits, suitability, and external causes of a disease. Accordingly, the do’s and don’ts in terms of diet and lifestyle are prescribed, that is the integral part of Ayurvedic prescription.  Currently, concept of prakriti is being investigated further in personalized medicine to know the genotype and phenotype of an individual and predicting certaing disorders in view of prevention.  

The prakriti or basic constitution is very important to be investigated to know overall health status of a person. The place of birth, place of living, place of work is important for identifying the ethnic habits, suitability, and external causes of a disease. Accordingly, the do’s and don’ts in terms of diet and lifestyle are prescribed, that is the integral part of Ayurvedic prescription.  Currently, concept of prakriti is being investigated further in personalized medicine to know the genotype and phenotype of an individual and predicting certaing disorders in view of prevention.  

Sara examination:  

Sara examination: