GI, GU, ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

Catalog description

Integrated Biomedical Sciences. The histology and embryology of the urinary and digestive systems will be reviewed. Anatomy and physiology will cover the basic gross structures and focus on the functionality of the systems. Topics such as acid-base balance and peptic ulcer formation will be examined. Pathology will cover diseases relating to these systems. Students study drugs used in renal and digestive disease treatment. The histology and embryology of the endocrine system will be reviewed. Anatomy and physiology will cover the basic gross structures and focus on the functionality of the system. Topics such as diabetes mellitus and hypothyroidism formation will be examined. Biosynthesis and metabolism of carbohydrates leading to a discussion of diabetes mellitus and the integration of metabolism. Pathology will cover various endocrine diseases. Students will study drugs used in the treatment of endocrine treatment.