Level of skills. Observation of performance by house officers. Teaching file presentation. Daily Radiology case conferences and several ongoing clinical-radiological conferences occur during the rotation. Much of the teaching occurs at the viewbox while studies are being reviewed.
Students also accompany residents and faculty during fluoroscopy studies.
Indications for examinations, what various examinations entail, and interpretive skills are stressed during this elective which also affords the student a broad overview of several imaging methods. It has been very popular with students considering a residency in Pediatrics. A case presentation is required in addition to participation in the daily activities of the section. Observation of performance by house officers. Directed reading will be required.