Student needs emphasizing either obstetrics or gynecology may be considered on an individual basis. Active participation with attending and resident staff in the management of patients in the ward and in the operating suite, as well as the out-patient setting. The extern will perform the duties of acting intern. Weekly conferences include radiology, pathology, new patient, and radiation oncology. An oral presentation will be required.
Opportunities are available in related clinical and basic research subjects.
The objectives of this course are to teach the student the application of diagnostic ultrasound to the high risk obstetric patient. Active participation with attending and genetics associate staff in the counseling and management of pregnant and potentially pregnant patients at risk for genetic abnormalities that are amenable to prenatal diagnosis. Opportunities are available in related clinical and basic research subjects. The elective is designed to familiarize the student with the diagnosis and treatment of reproductive endocrine problems such as primary and secondary amenorrhea, oligo and anovulation, other causes of infertility, galactorrhea, and hirsutism. Experience will be gained in the medical and surgical management of these problems.