Family Medicine Rotation 5 Credits/Maximum of 5

Catalog description

PAS 733 Family Medicine I is a required clinical rotation focused on the outpatient evaluation and management of adult and geriatric patients presenting with acute and chronic conditions, as well as preventive care needs, in the primary care setting. This rotation takes place within Penn State Health faculty clinics and provides exposure to patients across the adult lifespan. Students participate in the initial assessment of patients, including wellness screening, history-taking, and physical examination, and develop differential diagnoses and management plans. Under supervision, students refine their clinical reasoning, present cases to preceptors, and engage in patient-centered communication, including education on diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. Upon completion of this rotation, students will demonstrate the ability to evaluate and manage a broad range of conditions commonly encountered in primary care among adult and geriatric patients, including acute, chronic, and preventive care needs. Students will refine their clinical reasoning, patient presentation, and communication skills, including building rapport and providing clear, patient-centered education to patients and families.