Basic Psychiatry Clerkship

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This required three (3) week clerkship will allow the student intensive experience with diagnosis and the treatment of psychiatric patients. The student will perform a complete evaluation of assigned patients, with collaboration and guidance of the staff, including a physical and mental status examination involved in formulating and carrying out a treatment plan for the patient including use of individual psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, family therapy, group therapy and other therapeutic modalities. Lecture Hours: 3 Contact Hours: 50 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit College Restrictions: Medical College of Georgia Schedule Type (Primary): Internship/Practicum Click here for the Schedule of Classes.