This document outlines the syllabus and blueprint for the Diploma in Geriatric Medicine (DGM) examination offered by the Royal College of Physicians. The examination is divided into a knowledge-based assessment (KBA) and a clinical component, emphasizing the candidate's ability to synthesize knowledge of age-related impairments and the UK healthcare system. The syllabus covers epidemiological, demographic, and social factors, clinical aspects of old age (including common geriatric syndromes and pharmacology), rehabilitation, transfers of care, and administrative aspects of geriatric services. The blueprint details the structure and content of both the KBA and clinical examinations, including the format, topics covered, and assessment criteria.
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