Laboratory provides demonstrations on models and prosection in small groups. Credit, four hours. Overview of metabolism, enzyme activities, and genetic reproduction as they relate to health and disease. Regular clinical correlation conferences. Credit, four hours.
Systems approach to normal function of the human body, including relevant information on anatomy.
Weekly problem-solving sessions, regular laboratory exercices, and clinical application to systemic disorders. Credit, five hours. Basic principles of medical microbiology, immunology, and virology presented through lectures, clinical conferences, and laboratory work. Pathogenic bacteria, fungi, viruses, and animal parasites discussed in relation to human disease, with emphasis on pathogenesis, mechanisms of virulence, epidemiology, therapy, and prevention. Concepts of immunology are introduced.