Urology

Catalog description

The goal of the rotation is to provide a comprehensive urologic experience for those students who may be interested in Urology as a career as well as those students who simply want a more in-depth experience before pursuing another specialty. At the conclusion of the rotation, the student will be able to competently manage common urologic conditions such as hematuria, incontinence, and erectile dysfunction and recognize those patients who need referral to a specialist. To accomplish this, emphasis is placed on the management of both outpatients and inpatients. Active participation in the operating room is expected and the student will assist in a wide variety of urologic procedures. Students will also participate in outpatient procedures such as cystoscopy and vasectomy. Basically, the student will function as an extern on the University Urologic Service with appropriate patient care responsibilities. Credit Hour s : 5