To learn to use information resources related to surgery. To organize and present cases. History and physical, progress notes, treatment plans, postoperative care of surgical patients. Assigned reading in journals, text and demonstrations. Scrubbing at surgery.
Daily patient rounds.
Emergency room experiences. The student should be able to develop a differential diagnosis for the particular case. The student should be able to organize a case management plan and write progress notes. The student should achieve patient and family rapport. Demonstrate knowledge from reading medical text and journals through discussions and case presentations.