Reforms in current dental curriculum, through perceptions of medical educationists in Pakistan: A Qualitative Analysis.

Objective: To explore the perceptions of dental faculty regarding changes required with regards to subjects, teaching methodology, assessment and innovative recommendations in Pakistan. Study Design: Qualitative Research Project. Setting: Riphah International University, Rawalpindi. Period: February 2019 till July 2019. Material & Methods: In which 13 members post graduate degrees Medical/Dental Education addition Dental Specialties were selected via a purposive sampling technique for semi-structured one interview. Data was collected from 8 various institutes. The protocol thematic data analysis utilized. Explanatory, exploratory interpretative approaches content employed screen out prominent relevant concepts emergent themes. Results: Participants reported that many new subjects need be incorporated. A uniform curriculum all over country is required. needs aligned community. Need carried at regulatory body level what sort General Dentists are produced who can later work other parts world, if they desire. Conclusion: Course rest world Teaching Learning Strategies should reevaluated present day curriculum. Curriculum must patient centered inculcate local