Emergency Medicine

Catalog description

A comprehensive introduction to the diagnosis and treatment of common and life-threatening adult and pediatric problems in the emergency department. Knowledge of conditions, their salient features and medical management in the emergency context are delivered in lectures and small group case discussions led by emergency medicine PAs. Integrates prior and developing knowledge of microbiology, pathophysiology, clinical medicine, history and physical exam skills, pediatrics, pharmacology, public health, surgery and women's health.