Pediatrics

Catalog description

This course will address the practice of medicine for pediatric patients ages birth through 21 years, with an emphasis on Osteopathic principles. The student will discuss the economics of children's health care including pediatric ethics, the basics of child growth and development, evaluating common childhood illnesses and disorders, pediatric history, and physical exam skills. Students will learn decision-making skills and begin formulating differential diagnoses. The course uses a case-based approach and includes small-group learning, large-group case presentation, team-based learning, and self-study. Previous systems course information and basic science will be incorporated into the learning modules.