Individual reading on patient problems encountered in the daily work routine is expected. Frequent balanced feedback is provided to students. Students are advised to contact the department as early as possible for course approval. CFM 261C. Family Medicine Continuity Experience . Students manage a panel of patients over an extended period of time at the Duke Family Medicine Center under the supervision of family physician faculty and fellow.
Patient care is scheduled for one to two half days a week for two to four months.
The rotation may be repeated to provide further continuity. A project is also required for course credit. Due to the need for clinic schedule arrangements, students are advised to contact the department as soon as possible for course approval. The Computer Textbook of Medicine . Students participate in the ongoing development of a computerized database in cardiovascular disease.