The primary focus of this section is the structure and function of the central nervous system. The gross anatomy of the head and neck is also presented. This section presents an integrated view of the organs of homeostasis including the heart, lungs and kidneys. The gross anatomy of the thorax is presented, as is an introduction to biostatistics and epidemiology. The structure and function of the gastrointestinal track, the endocrine organs, and the reproductive organs is the primary focus of this section.
Students concurrently dissect the abdomen and pelvis.
Also included is an introduction to epidemiology and population health. The course reviews the pathology and pathophysiology of the organ systems previously presented in the Human Systems course. In addition, basic principles of therapeutics, especially pharmacologic, are presented.