Master the component parts of an effective patient history in gastroenterology and hepatology: Objective one aims to enhance the participants' ability to obtain a comprehensive medical history from patients presenting with gastroenterology and hepatology complaints, including symptoms, their onset, duration, intensity, alleviating or aggravating factors, and any relevant personal, family, and social history.

Develop efficient communication skills tailored to the patient's needs: Participants will learn communication techniques to explain complex gastroenterology and hepatology concepts to patients in a way that is clear, reassuring, and simplified. This would include interpreting lab results, explaining diagnosis, treatment options and managing complicated conversations.

Develop and reinforce good bedside manners and empathy: This objective focuses on fostering a patient-centred approach including empathetic listening and demonstrating respect for patients' perspectives in order to build a positive doctor-patient relationship.

Gain insights into evidence-based advice and patient counselling: Participants will gain an understanding of nutritional and lifestyle advisements relevant to patients with gastroenterology and hepatology conditions. This would include advising on dietary adjustments, medication use, and lifestyle modifications according to the latest research evidences.

Prepare for OSCE examinations: This objective seeks to provide participants with an edge