The 4th edition of the Master’s Program in Natural Medicine will begin in Holguin

Scheduled to begin in March of this year at the University of Medical Sciences of Holguin (UCMHo), the fourth edition of the Master’s Program in Natural Medicine. Focused on comprehensive patient care, is now accepting applications.

Offered in a blended learning format with in-person sessions during the first week of each month. Requiring full-time enrollment, applicants must meet the following essential requirements. A university degree with a first or second-degree specialist, title in Medicine or Dentistry, a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Psychology, Physical Culture, or in various health technology fields.

Applicants must also submit the documentation required by the Program’s Academic Committee. Also be proficient in email communication, be comfortable using online platforms, and have the approval of their immediate supervisor at their workplace.

Finally, an entrance exam is required, which assesses mastery of general aspects of research methodology. Experience in research related to Traditional and Natural Medicine (TNM). A proposed research topic, publications of scientific articles, participation in NTM-related events, and general principles of Natural and Traditional Medicine.

Natural and Traditional Medicine is a transdisciplinary science whose objective is the knowledge and management of actions. That allow for the restoration, prevention, and promotion of health. Based on considering the individual as a biopsychosocial being. Taking into account environmental, social, mental, and physical dimensions.

The Ministry of Public Health implemented the National Program for the Development and Generalization of Traditional and Natural Medicine in 1995. Laying the groundwork for the consolidation of a working tool with a systemic, integrative, dynamic, and open approach. It includes a feedback mechanism for the development of a true healthcare subsystem. Also whose functions are aimed at achieving a uniform, progressive, and upward generalization of Natural and Traditional Medicine throughout the country.

These elements contribute to raising the quality of medical care and the level of satisfaction of the population with the health services they receive. As well as the comprehensive training of professionals. Achieving a greater social impact in health promotion, prevention, and care.

Regarding UCMHo, it demonstrates significant development in teaching and research in this area of ​​knowledge. In addition to a Specialization accredited as an Excellence by the National Accreditation Board. It possesses the necessary human and material resources and a strong international exchange in this field, which justifies offering the Master’s Degree in Natural Medicine in Comprehensive Patient Care.

Graduates of the Master’s Program in Natural Medicine with a focus on Comprehensive Patient Care will be able to perform their duties at various levels of care and apply their knowledge. Across diverse therapeutic modalities to their professional practice. They will also be able to apply the scientific method. Developing and advising on research that addresses the population’s health problems. With integration with Western Medicine as a fundamental principle.

Maylín Betancourt Verdecia
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