Emphasis on pathophysiologic basis of gastroenterological and hepatic disorders, with case discussions and symposia presented to exemplify basic principles. Lectures, demonstrations and small group case discussions of respiratory pathophysiology. Introduction to principles of etiology, mechanisms, diagnosis and management of the major diseases of the cardiovascular system, including ischemic, valvular, hypertensive, cardiomyopathic, pericardial, and electrical disorders. Lectures and small group discussions are employed. Basic understanding of pathophysiological processes in organs and tissues primarily involved in metabolic regulation and sufficient factual base so that clinical and laboratory findings, diagnosis, and elementary management of patients with endocrinological disorders can be rationalized.
Time is spent in direct patient care situations under the guidance of faculty.
Ongoing patient write-ups, rounds, conferences are required. Direct patient care situations under the guidance of faculty. Ongoing patient write-ups, rounds, conferences are required. Emphasis on epidemiology, molecular biology, and pharmacology. Covers Correctional Health delivery and the effects of detention and incarceration on health status.