Introduction To Orthopaedic Su

Catalog description

This elective is designed to give students an introduction to orthopaedic surgery and the diagnosis and treatment of the musculoskeletal system. It is taught by senior faculty in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. The sessions will consist of problem-based case presentations via a Socratic interactive dialogue between faculty and students. Students will be exposed to various aspects of orthopaedic surgery including general orthopaedics, total joints, sports medicine, pediatrics, trauma, oncology, hand, spine and foot/ankle. There will be no written or oral examinations. Pass/fail grades will be based upon class attendance, class participation, and oral student presentations. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.