Emergency Medicine Rotation 5 Credits/Maximum of 5

Catalog description

PAS 732 Emergency Medicine is a required clinical rotation focused on the rapid evaluation, stabilization, and management of patients presenting with acute and life-threatening conditions. Students develop skills in triage, recognizing high-acuity presentations, and prioritizing care in a fast-paced environment. The rotation emphasizes clinical decision-making using readily available diagnostic and therapeutic resources, including imaging, laboratory studies, and interdisciplinary consultation. Students gain experience managing a diverse patient population while applying knowledge and skills from the pre-clinical curriculum. The rotation also highlights the role of emergency medicine within the broader healthcare system and the contributions of Physician Assistants in this setting. Upon completion of this rotation, students will be able to rapidly assess, stabilize, and manage patients with acute and life-threatening conditions, and effectively differentiate between emergent and non-emergent presentations to guide appropriate care.