Clinical Human Anatomy Lecture

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(Only for students enrolled in the Long Island/NUMC program; offered at the Long Island campus only)An integrated lecture-laboratory course in gross anatomy designed to provide an understanding of the structural and functional anatomy of the human body essential to the practicing Physician Assistant. Clinical problems are used to highlight the importance of anatomy to the understanding of the clinical sciences. Regional sections to be covered include general anatomical concepts, central nervous system, upper extremities and back, head and neck, thorax and abdomen, perineum, pelvis and lower extremities. The laboratory component of the course is taught with virtual pro-sections. When appropriate, clinical problems are reviewed to highlight the importance of anatomy as it pertains to clinical practice.