Family Practice - Rural Elective

Catalog description

This advanced elective in a rural setting will allow the student to further explore the practice of medicine in rural communities. Designed to complement FAPR900 rural preceptorship, the student will be expected to exercise an advanced level of autonomy and decision-making at the discretion of their rural faculty. Students will be encouraged to explore the rural healthcare system and its interdependence with the community. Students will also advance their clinical and procedural skills. Students may also be involved in local research activities. The elective is designed to allow flexibility based on a student's educational needs and rural faculty/community resources. Prior to the course, the student will meet with the course director to design specific goals. Prerequisite: FAPR900: Rural Preceptorship or permission of course director.