Dermatology elective

Catalog description

This 2-week elective web-based rotation will utilize scientifically researched and approved modules on Dermatology. Students may complete the assigned coursework from any Internet accessible location. Goals: The primary course goal is to provide students with a basis in dermatology so they may be competent in their future training. A secondary goal of the course is to provide an educational medium while students are pursuing interviews. Objectives: At the end of this 2-week rotation each student will be able to: Develop a systematic approach to the skin examination Perform a full body skin examinations in a clinical setting Recognize and describe various dermatological conditions seen in the clinical setting. Recommend an initial treatment plan for a patient presenting with a specific dermatological condition Describe the various morphologies of inflammatory disorders Describe the various morphologies of infectious skin disorders Recognize the utility of KOH examination and interpreting the results Describe the morphology of reactive disorders Differentiate the manifestations of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome Identify and describe the morphology of benign and malignant neoplasms. Determine when to refer a patient for further evaluation by a dermatologist Develop an effective self-study approach