Infectious Diseases

Catalog description

This elective clinical learning experience takes place in both in-patient and out-patient settings. Students are assigned to work directly with attending physicians and/or physician assistants in conjunction with the health care team in the Department of Infectious Diseases. Students develop proficiency in anti-microbial therapy, immunizations, and the work-up and management of infectious diseases, with special emphasis on AIDS and AIDS-related illnesses. Also, students learn and apply infectious disease control measures. Students may attend rounds, grand rounds, scheduled lectures, and conferences while on the Infectious Diseases service. Students are expected to analyze and synthesize medical information, to reason independently, and to apply the concepts of medical decision-making and problem-solving to complex patient presentations. Students will be required to take a comprehensive exam upon completion of the rotation.