Inpatient Acting Internship-Gynecologic Pelvic Surgery

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Goals: To provide a comprehensive surgical and clinical experience in gynecologic pelvic surgery. Objectives: The Acting Intern will be able to: (PC, I&CS) Gather essential and accurate information about their patient and present it in an ordered meaningful way with a logical management plan. (PC) Make informed recommendations about diagnostic and therapeutic interventions (surgical and non surgical) based on patient information and preferences. (PC) Participate in surgical procedures as an assistant to the primary surgeon. (PC) Understand and perform normal post operative care and follow up of surgical patients. (MK) Demonstrate knowledge of gynecologic anatomy. (I&CS) Counsel and educate patients and their families in clinical, preoperative, operative and post operative setting. (SBP) Work with health care professionals including those from other disciplines to provide patient-focused care. (PBL&I) Use information technology to support patient care decisions and patient education. (P) Show willingness and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with all members of the gynecologic service. (P) Be present and on time for all assigned academic activities and let their team know where they are at all times.