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. There will be weekly in-depth seminar discussions of various clinical problems in Reproductive Endocrinology preceded by appropriate reading assignments. Optional limited clinical research projects may be undertaken if chosen by the student. The course will focus on the continued studies in the management of high risk obstetrics.