M.B.B.S,M.Med.Sc(Physiology), PhD,Dip.Med.Ed,DCME
Professor and Head
The Physiology Department was formed with the founding of a new institute, Institute of Medicine 2, in 1963, and was one of the earliest among departments to encounter its first intake students. The departmental objectives revolve around the understanding of principles and concepts of basic and advanced Physiology, and application of that knowledge to research and clinical discipline.
Histology and Organic Chemistry were first integrated into Physiology in the second MBBS course, but it was only until 1964 and 1965 respectively, when Anatomy and Chemistry Departments took over. Separation of Biochemistry Department came late in 1987.
Altogether thirty staff currently strengthens the department, rendering teaching service to various under graduate and postgraduate courses. They include second MBBS course, MMedSc (Physiology) course, PhD (Physiology), basic science training to postgraduate courses such as MMedSc at the University of Medicine 2, FRCS and MRCOG involving all institutes.
| Photo | Name | Degree | Year |
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Prof Mya Tu |
M.B.,B.S, PhD | 1964 – 1972 |
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Prof May May Yi |
M,B.,B.S, BSc ( Special ), MMedSc | 1972 – 1983 |
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Prof Hnin Hlaing |
M,B.,B.S, MSc ( Edin.) | 1983 – 1988 |
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Professor Lilian Po |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc ( Physiol ) | 1988 – 1990 |
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Professor Khin Seinn Win |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc ( Physiol ) | 1990 – 1992 |
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Professor Khin Khin Mya |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc ( Physiol ) | 1992 – 1994 |
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Professor Lilian Po |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc ;PhD ( Physiol ) | 1994 – 1995 |
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Professor Htay Htay |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc ;PhD ( Physiol ) | 1995 – 2003 |
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Professor Khin Myo Chit |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc ( Physiol ) | 2003 – 2006 |
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Professor Nyein Nyein Wai |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc, DipMedEd, PhD ( Physiol ) | 2006 – 2010 |
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Professor Nyein Nyein Wai |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc, DipMedEd, PhD ( Physiol ) | 2006 – 2010 |
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Professor Ohnmar |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc, DipMedEd, PhD ( Physiol ) | 2012 – 2014 |
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Prof. Mya Mya Thwin |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc, DipMedEd, PhD ( Physiol ) |
2014 – 2019 |
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Prof.Sanda Kyaw |
M,B.,B.S, M.Med.Sc, DipMedEd, PhD ( Physiol ) |
2019 – 2023 |
At the end of the course of Instruction, the learner should
Have acquired requisite KNOWLEDGE of the
Normal functions of the human body
Basic laws and principles underlying physiologic processes
Interactions and interrelations among the body systems
Working of the body under certain environmental and
Pathophysiological conditions
The body’s responses to stress
(The neurophysiologic basis of human behaviour)
Be able to demonstrate SKILLS in
Performing, recording and interpreting certain laboratory tests
Performing certain aspects of clinical examination
Problem solving and interpreting the given data
Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation as a first aid measure
Using the instruments that are commonly used by community doctors
Interpersonal communication
Show the HABITS of
Applying scientific method in approaching / solving problems
Applying / disseminating physiologic knowledge in improving the
Lifestyles and the health standards of oneself one’s family and one’s
Community taking responsibilities and maintenance of discipline
Participating in team work
Develop sound ATTITUDES
Regarding the importance of physiology as a basis for understanding clinical disciplines
Regarding the person as a whole and as an integral part of his family and his community (holistic outlook)
Towards the need for continuing self-education through critical
Reading and evaluation of information towards the need for ethical considerations
Course
Undergraduate course: (2nd MBBS)
Total teaching hours: 54 weeks x 10 hours = 540 hours
Theory: 270 hours
Practical: 90 hours
Tutorial: 180 hours
Total: 648 hours
Group Photo of Full Time Staff
