Systemic Pathology II

Catalog description

(SECOND SEMESTER) The objective of these courses is to provide a sound foundation for the understanding of the etiology, diagnosis, progression, and appearance of human disease processes. The courses describe these conditions from the molecular to the patient levels. The course is a continuation from the 1st year General Pathology course, where the second phase continues to examine each major organ system in a logical and thorough fashion, with emphasis on the pathogenic mechanisms, morphology, and clinical manifestations of each disease condition. There are 2, 50 minute interactive sessions, where students are exposed to cases, digital images (gross and microscopic), and boards-style multiple choice questions. These sessions enhance the understanding of the morphologic alterations in diseased tissues, as well as promote diagnostic skills at the gross and microscopic levels. The course will align and complement the Medical Microbiology and Immunology and Clinical System second year courses. Throughout the second year modules, the course will also incorporate vertical integration of pertinent anatomy, histology, general pathology, physiology, microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, genetics, radiology/ diagnostic imaging, and laboratory medicine.