Orthopedic Surgery

Catalog description

Credits 0 to 10. 0 to 10 Other Hours. 4-week elective; familiarization with orthopedic surgery which will involve treatment of musculoskeletal disorders; increase familiarity and knowledge with both ambulatory and surgical treatment of common orthopedic problems; assist in surgery and management of fractures; recognize and describe common fracture patterns seen in a community setting; introduction to adult reconstructive orthopedic surgery, including joint replacement procedures and arthroscopic surgery; diagnosis of many common ambulatory orthopedic problems; diagnosis of inpatient orthopedic problems to facilitate communication with orthopedic specialists; read plain films and selected MRI scans; demonstrate an understanding the impact of orthopedic problems in the general health and well-being of patients. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of year three of the medical school curriculum.