September Milestones of the Month--PC2 and MK2

September's Milestones of the Month are basic tools of the trade for us: Formulation and Differential Diagnosis, and Medical Knowledge of Psychopathology.  Again note the development of these skills over time. As a novice, one evaluates, reports, and develops a working diagnosis. As one advances, that working diagnosis becomes more complex, taking into account the patient's development and present stressors. With experience, you will synthesize these into a comprehensive formulation, that accounts for more subtle and idiosyncratic findings.  Along with this, your knowledge grows and develops as well.  Read down the Level 4 column in MK2 and make the mastery of that knowledge your goal by the end of residency.