Intro to Microbiology and Pharmacology

Catalog description

This introductory course for medical students explores foundational concepts in microbiology, infectious diseases medicine, and pharmacology. The course emphasizes learning the introductory biology of microbes (bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites) as it relates to clinical aspects of individuals with infectious diseases. At the same time students will learn the foundational science of pharmacology, including pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, as well as the mechanisms of action, resistance, and clinical applications of antibacterials, antivirals, antifungals, and antiparasitics. The course ends by exploring clinical infectious diseases syndromes caused by multiple different pathogens.