Surgical Medicine

Catalog description

This course is designed to provide an overview of the fundamentals of surgical disease and care of the acute and chronic surgical patient. Pre- and post-op care of surgical patients will be discussed as well as common and elective surgical procedures. The student will learn the etiology, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and management of selected surgical conditions. Offered spring term each year. Three semester hours. Clinical Year This 13-month clinical portion of the curriculum consists of eight, six- week supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE), on-campus student evaluation, and PANCE preparation, preparing the student for entry into PA practice. Students will provide medical care to patients and families across the life span in a variety of clinical settings. SCPE sites and preceptors are selected, evaluated, and scheduled by the PA faculty to maximize the potential for students to meet SCPE course and program outcomes. Students may suggest a SCPE site and/or preceptor at least three months prior to the start of a SCPE. Approval of a student-requested SCPE site and/or preceptor lies with the PA faculty, and all rotation schedules will be subject to change. Students are responsible for their own travel, meals, and lodging during the clinical year.