Abstract: Objective Pathophysiology is a bridge subject between basic medicine and clinical discipline. As an important part of teaching, the examination system guarantees the education quality. Thus, examination reform is imperative. Methods Following the PUHSC’s student-oriented idea, department of Physiology and Pathophysiolgy is committed to promote students’ development and reform the examination system in the 5-year medical program. Classroom theory assessment was implemented with theoretical teaching; experimental course assessment was carried out to assess experiment teaching; situational logic questions were integrated into final theory examination; examination analysis was conducted to strengthen the feedback function of examination. Results: A comprehensive evaluation system combined by classroom theory assessment, experimental course assessment and final theory examination was built up gradually. Conclusion: The examination reform improves the teaching quality of pathophysiology, as well as promote innovative talents.

Key words: Examination reform, Innovative talents, Pathophysiology