The grade for the Pediatric Clerkship will be based on clinical performance, the examination, an observed physical examination, two admission write-ups, and participation in clerkship activities. The clerkship has a total of 170 available points.
Clinical performance is the most important aspect of the Pediatric Clerkship.
The overall clinical evaluation accounts for a maximum of 120 points of the final grade. Clinical performance will be rated on both inpatient and outpatient services using the College of Medicine form. Students must record the names of all evaluators on the processing sheet provided at orientation. When you have recorded all evaluators, please turn the sheet in to the Pediatric Education Office. The examination will consist of multiple choice and short answer essay questions.