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The National Medical Commission (NMC) of India has introduced the Family Adoption Program (FAP) as a key initiative within the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) framework. FAP is designed to reshape medical education by deeply embedding students within communities, providing a platform for experiential learning that enhances their understanding of healthcare challenges beyond the clinical setting. Under the program, medical students adopt families in rural or underserved areas and work with them over an extended period, addressing health needs and fostering a holistic, socially responsive approach to care. This engagement allows students to understand the multifaceted determinants of health—such as social, economic, cultural, and environmental factors—that influence well-being and disease. Through direct interaction with families, students develop a community-centred approach to healthcare delivery, fostering continuity of care and empowering communities in managing their own health. This paper explores how FAP integrates community engagement into medical education, driving both student learning and community health outcomes. It outlines the theoretical underpinnings and practical implementation strategies of FAP, offering a roadmap for medical colleges to successfully integrate this initiative into their curricula. The paper highlights best practices and innovative approaches from institutions, emphasizing the need for institutional ownership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and partnerships with local communities to ensure long-term success. Additionally, it provides insights for scaling FAP nationally, positioning it as a transformative step towards cultivating compassionate, community-oriented healthcare professionals. By fostering deeper connections between medical students and communities, FAP has the potential to improve health equity and transform health care across India.

01 Dec 2024·Asian Journal of Neurosurgery

Comparison of Effectiveness of Brivaracetam and Levetiracetam for Prophylaxis of Early Post-Traumatic Seizures: A Prospective Comparative Interventional Study

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Author: Baghel, Shashank Singh ; Sundaram, Ponraj Kamatchi ; Pandya, Rajan

Abstract Introduction Early posttraumatic seizures (EPTS) are a major complication after a head injury, defined as seizures developing within the first 7 days of trauma. Levetiracetam has become a popular drug for the prevention of posttraumatic seizures in institutions worldwide. However, it has been reportedly associated with adverse effects like behavioral changes and somnolence. This study aimed to compare the efficacy of a newer drug, brivaracetam, which is reported to have a better pharmacokinetic profile. These findings may be significant in providing a safer yet efficacious alternative to levetiracetam. Objective The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of brivaracetam for prophylaxis of EPTS and to compare it with levetiracetam. Materials and Methods A prospective, single-blind, parallel-group (alternate allocation) controlled trial over 100 patients admitted with traumatic brain injury in the Department of Neurosurgery, Goa Medical College, Panaji, Goa, India. The data was analyzed using IBM SPSS Statistics 29.0. Results Twenty patients developed EPTS in the study group: 8 from the group receiving brivaracetam and 12 from the group receiving levetiracetam. Although the brivaracetam group had a lower incidence of EPTS, the difference was not statistically significant. Eleven patients from the levetiracetam group developed side effects, while six patients from the brivaracetam group had side effects. There was no significant difference in the incidence of side effects. Conclusion Brivaracetam has efficacy equal to that of levetiracetam for prophylaxis of EPTS.

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