Actv Comp-Based Excel-Driven - Gastrointestinal and Renal

Catalog description

Gastrointestinal and Renal is a case-based, multidisciplinary course, taught by faculty members from foundational science and clinical departments. The course integrates critical principles related to the normal and abnormal functioning of the gastrointestinal, renal and allied systems, including content from the foundational, social, and clinical sciences. It includes clinical skills instruction in medical history and physical examination. Students participate in large and small group activities, including lectures, case-based collaborative learning, problem-based learning, clinical skills lab and simulations. Students will work collaboratively to master general principles, evaluate clinical literature, and develop tools for life-long learning. Students are assessed by multiple-choice examinations, small group and clinical skills performance, and professional development. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Muscles and Movement or permission of Associate Dean for Student Affairs.